Amanda York
About Amanda York
Amanda York is a Merchandise Manager at Kohl's with extensive experience in retail management.
Current Role at Kohl's
Amanda York currently holds the position of Merchandise Manager at Kohl's. Her tenure at Kohl's began in 2006. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the merchandise strategy and ensuring product availability. This includes managing inventory, forecasting sales, and optimizing the product mix to meet customer demands. Amanda's extensive experience in retail management contributes significantly to her effectiveness in this role.
Previous Roles at Target
Before joining Kohl's, Amanda York served as an Executive Team Lead at Target from 2000 to 2006 for a period of six years. In this capacity, she led various team operations, ensuring seamless store management and customer service. Her responsibilities included coordinating between different departments, optimizing store performance, and driving sales growth. This role solidified her expertise in retail management and honed her leadership skills.
Experience at Cascade Bay Water Park
Amanda York worked as the Lifeguard Manager at Cascade Bay Water Park from 1997 to 2000, overseeing lifeguard activities and ensuring safety protocols were strictly followed. During her three-year tenure, she managed a team of lifeguards, conducted safety training, and coordinated emergency response procedures. This role demonstrated her ability to handle high-pressure environments and prioritize safety.
Role at Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
From 1995 to 2000, Amanda York was the Head Snowboard Instructor at Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area. Over her five years in the role, she was responsible for training new instructors and developing snowboarding programs for a range of skill levels. Her role required a blend of technical expertise and teaching ability, which she effectively utilized to enhance the learning experience for her students.
Education at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Amanda York attended the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where she completed her Bachelor's degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management in 1970. Her academic background provided a strong foundation in managing recreational facilities and programs, which has been instrumental in her subsequent professional roles. The knowledge and skills acquired during her education continue to inform her approach to effective management and leadership.