Sheree Farkas

Dynamic multi-unit retail leader with 15+ years of experience driving sales growth, operational excellence, team development, and customer satisfaction across customer-focused environments. Proven success leading multiple retail locations, developing high-performing teams, improving operational consistency, and executing business strategies that drive profitability and employee engagement.

Real Estate Sales Consultant | Business Development & Client Relations - RE/MAX Niagara Region - Niagara Region, ON

(2019-02)

• Built and maintained a strong client portfolio through consultative sales strategies, generating repeat business and referrals.
• Developed customized marketing and business development plans to maximize client success.
• Managed multiple client relationships simultaneously while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Negotiated contracts and facilitated complex transactions while ensuring positive client outcomes.

District Store Sales Manager - Van Heusen - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

(2014-04 - 2019-02)

• Directed operations and sales performance across multiple retail locations while leading a team of approximately 25 employees.
• Managed staffing, labour allocation, scheduling, inventory control, merchandising standards, and operational compliance.
• Developed and executed visual merchandising strategies across multiple locations to enhance brand presentation, improve customer engagement, and maximize sales opportunities.
• Leveraged extensive product knowledge to coach sales teams, improve customer interactions, and support achievement of sales and conversion goals.
• Partnered with store leadership teams to ensure merchandising standards, promotional displays, and product presentation were consistently executed across all locations.
• Trained and mentored employees on product knowledge, selling techniques, and customer service best practices.
• Analyzed sales, labour, and operational metrics to identify trends and implement performance improvement initiatives.
• Conducted regular coaching sessions, performance reviews, and leadership development activities.
• Created and implemented operational procedures and training programs later adopted nationally.

Store Manager - Jack & Jones - St. Catharines, ON

(2011-03 - 2014-03)

• Led all aspects of store operations including sales performance, customer experience, inventory management, and team leadership.
• Trained and mentored employees to improve sales performance and operational efficiency.
• Led visual merchandising initiatives, floor set execution, and product presentation strategies that enhanced customer experience and supported sales growth.
• Conducted inventory audits and implemented controls that resulted in record-low shrink rates.
• Managed financial reporting, documentation, and administrative processes.

Grade 12 Diploma - Lakeshore Catholic High School