Chris (Anita) Scheller
About Chris (Anita) Scheller
Chris (Anita) Scheller is a Decor Manager with over a decade of experience in retail and customer service. She has held various management roles at companies such as Sears, Boot Barn, and Dillard's, and currently works at Floor & Decor in Colorado.
Current Role at Floor & Decor
Chris Scheller serves as the Decor Manager at Floor & Decor, a position held since 2022. In this role, Chris is responsible for overseeing decor operations and managing product assortments. The focus is on enhancing customer experience and driving sales through effective merchandising strategies.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Chris has extensive experience in retail management, having held various positions across multiple companies. Prior to joining Floor & Decor, Chris worked at Boot Barn as Store Manager from 2021 to 2022 and as Assistant Store Manager from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, Chris served as Regional Sales Manager at Hickory Farms, LLC for four months in 2011, and as Area Sales Manager at Dillard's Inc. from 1988 to 1992.
Education and Professional Development
Chris attended the University of Arizona, where studies focused on Consumer Merchandising and Retailing Management, completing 9 units before leaving in 1987. Earlier education includes attendance at Tucson High School from 1978 to 1982. This educational background supports Chris's extensive career in retail and customer service.
Expertise in Sales and Customer Service
With over a decade of experience in retail and customer service, Chris has developed expertise in multi-unit management and commercial accounts management. Skills include planning assortments and buying, which contribute to improved sales training and operational efficiency. Chris emphasizes the importance of customer experience, recommending 'The Disney Way' by Bill Capodagli & Lynn Jackson as a key resource.
Career Timeline in Retail
Chris's career in retail spans several years and various roles. Starting as an Area Sales Manager at Dillard's Inc. in the late 1980s, Chris transitioned to Hickory Farms, LLC, and later held positions at Pier 1 and Sears Stores. The timeline reflects a consistent focus on sales leadership and operational management in the retail sector.