Makesha Baxter
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Adept sales professional with 10+ years experience in large-scale retail environments. Implement cost control measures to ensure operations remain within company targets. Maximize bottom-line performance through P&L, merchandising, staff management, loss control and inventory management initiatives. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
DAYCARE TEACHER
THE CHILDREN'S PLACE
04.2017 - Current
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and progress, using Excel spreadsheets
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
DOLLAR TREE
11.2014 - 04.2017
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations, using QuickBooks
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement, resulting in the surpassing of sales quotas.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
WALMART SUPERCENTER
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Led and managed a team of 20 employees in the Department, ensuring that all tasks were completed efficiently and on time.
- Reviewed job applications, interviewed applicants, hired, trained, and developed 25+ associates using SAP, HCM, and SuccessFactor operating system.
- Supervised and trained up to 25 staff members in sales and customer service skills.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to monitor progress of individual employees.
- Analyzed weekly reports to identify areas for improvement in operations, budgeting, and staffing levels.
- Created monthly schedules for staff members to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
Education
Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Management -
University of Arkansas Community College At Hope
05.2009
Skills
- MS Office Proficiency
- Conflict Resolution
- Behavior Modeling
- Decision-Making
- Data Evaluation
- Proven team leader
- Excel proficiency
- Accurate record keeping
- Progress Reporting
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Reliable
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Interpersonal and written communication
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
DAYCARE TEACHER
THE CHILDREN'S PLACE
04.2017 - Current
ASSISTANT MANAGER
DOLLAR TREE
11.2014 - 04.2017
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
WALMART SUPERCENTER
09.2013 - 09.2014
Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Management -
University of Arkansas Community College At Hope