Well-qualified Customer Service Manager with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers, and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
HR professional highly effective at verifying that all documentation is properly authorized and supported according to company policies, regulatory practices and legal requirements.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Associate III
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Enters transactions into the MUNIS, TalentEd, Search Soft, Frontline and Lets Talk
Answers applicant questions, direct them to the right point of contact
Respond to inquires about Job verifications, password issues and any other issues in a timely manner
Operates standard office and personal computer equipment
Conducts new hire pre-boarding and on-boarding
Conduct background checks for all new hires
Create New hire profiles by entering all contact information,
Assign tasks list and monitor daily to see if they have completed all task before onboarding
Release all new hires in a timely manner to ensure they have what they need before their first day of work
Maintains permanent record cards;
Assists with annual programs, such as Teacher of the Year Banquet, Retirement Banquet and
United Way
Customer Service Manager
Navy Exchange
04.2019 - 09.2024
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Provide work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions
Create job postings through Taleo, monitor closing job requisitions to schedule interviews
Utilizing various channels like job boards, social media, networking, and internal databases to find potential candidates that match job requirements, attend Newcomer orientation for Newly enlisted to welcome them to the Base
Reviewing resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates based on job criteria, conduct phone or in-person interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
New hire orientation, Introduction to the company's mission, vision, values, history, and organizational structure. Signing necessary employment forms like W-4s, I-9s, and benefit enrollment documents. Discuss details regarding health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other employee benefits. A physical walkthrough of the office space, including their workstation and relevant departments. Give a clear outline of their role, performance goals, and key performance indicators. Go over important company policies related to attendance, dress code, safety, and conduct. Schedule training on company software and systems they will need to use.
Attend monthly trainings on Reasonable Accommodations, schedule zoom calls on active cases, discuss ways to accommodate associates and still maintain quality work standards
Prepare work schedules; make work assignments and reassignments depending on workload; provide on-the-job training, orientation and instructions on new procedures; provides guidance and assistance to subordinates in connection with problems encountered
Operations clerk; purchase equipment and supplies for the store
Create 48's to ensure the correct information is documented before payment is completed
Reconcile P-card statement daily, weekly and monthly to ensure all payments have the proper documentation supporting each payment
Review work of subordinates; accomplish performance appraisals; approve/disapprove leave; recommend personnel actions such as promotions, performance awards; and take disciplinary actions
Promote employee morale and attempt to resolve employee relations problems
Support and carry out EEO policies and communicate support of these policies to subordinates
Maintain inventory in accordance with prescribed levels
Supervise and participate in the taking of periodic inventories and ensure adherence to correct procedures for the receipt, pricing and storage of merchandise
Responsible for the security of cash, fixed assets and merchandise inventory
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures for the security of cash and stock
Assure areas are kept clean and orderly
Supervisor: Caterina Wilson (832-808-5679)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
E-Commerce Manager
Kroger Marketplace
08.2016 - 04.2019
Ensured organization's online ordering department met and exceeded customer expectations
Focused on marketing in an electronic environment and tracked sales data
Ensured all online orders were accurate and properly processed
Checked analytics to monitor traffic and identified or digital system glitches
Deployed technical staff to troubleshoot and resolve the issue
Reviewed the security of checkout pages and payment procedures
Participated in creating promotional offers and checked to see that these are uploaded precisely and accurately
Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently
Reviewed, validated and reconciled cash, credit cards, checks, debit cards, SNAP EBT/WIC transactions to ensure accountability
Identified and resolved accounting discrepancies in cash drawers
Established and achieved daily sales goals
Lead, motivated, trained and coached a staff of over 30 associates for adherence to store policies/guidelines and all local, state and federal laws
Supervisor: Richard Green (757-535-6100)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Customer Service Manager
Kroger Food and Drug/ Marketplace
03.2001 - 08.2016
Planned, prioritized and delegated work tasks to ensure a proper functioning department
Directed the daily operations of the customer service team including scheduling work hours, approving and validation of timecards
Processed daily and weekly payroll functions for over 500 associates
Handled complex and escalated customer service issues
Interacted with customers on a daily basis, responding to their questions and guiding them to the appropriate service
Resolved financial as well as customer relation problems throughout the store
Ensured associates are adequately trained and up to date on current procedures; overseeing cashiers, filling and switching up cash registers, scheduling cashiers' breaks, assigning associates to a cashier role when the store is too busy, etc
Trained all associates in a 7 stores rotation on SCO (self-check-out)
Created vacancies for new positions, collect drug test samples, monitored drug test and background reports for pass or failed results
Controlled orientation of all new hires as well as hiring for all departments, assisted with the onboarding process for new hires, including conducting orientation sessions and completing necessary paperwork
Opened and closed the store, served as Manager on Duty 2 nights/ week
Fostered positive employee morale and achieved the lowest turnover rate in my department
Opened 2 Marketplace stores locally, provided customer service leadership and support to ensure customer loyalty
Assisted in additional store openings in the Richmond area
Directed and supervised over 250 associates
Assisted with the onboarding process for new hires, including conducting orientation sessions and completing necessary paperwork
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition for new employees, coordinating training schedules and providing ongoing support
Interviewed, hired, trained, mentored, coached and evaluated performance of associates
Assist employees with pay questions, time and attendance questions, employee orientation, and training opportunities
Review employees' time and attendance records for accuracy and recordkeeping for hourly front end personnel
Supervisor: Richard Green (7575670260)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Office Manager
Kroger Food and Drug
06.2000 - 03.2001
Maintained, validated, verified and balanced store financial ledgers for accuracy and completeness
Developed financial statements showing store cash flow, profits and loss
Entered financial transactions in store financial databases
Fact-checking accounting entries for accuracy
Communicated with management regarding overages and shortage/notified senior staff of accounting errors
Followed company guidelines regarding proper procedures for handling financial transactions
Ensured that all vendors are invoiced and paid on time
Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires
Inputted schedules for all departments, balanced hours, assisted store manager with interviewing, hiring, training and evaluating performance of associates
Assisted employees with pay questions, time and attendance questions, employee orientation, and training opportunities
Reviewed employees' time and attendance records for accuracy and provided time and attendance recordkeeping for hourly front end personnel
Bookkeeper
Hannaford Food and Drug
05.1999 - 06.2000
Validated and reconciled source accounting documents including invoices, receipts, vouchers, computer printouts to cash sales and credit card sales
Reconciled and balanced accounting and financial transactions from systems, documents, statements and reports
Reviewed and researched discrepancy reports and out of balance accounts, making corrections as needed
Conducted daily audit of cash drawers to ensure accuracy of totals and balances
Maintained sufficient amounts of change in the cash drawer
Reconciled and balanced cash drawer and receipts with total sales and document discrepancies
Maintained and reconciled accounting records by utilizing principles of accounting and double entry bookkeeping
Collated and analyzed account data and generated reconciliation and financial reports for review by store manager/district managers
Identified and provided resolutions to accounting exceptions, doubtful transactions, outstanding/unidentified balances, problems and made recommendations to improve processes
Processed accounting documents such as charge account reports/request and/or dishonored checks
Posted accounting/financial transactions to ledger accounts
Operated cash register, accepts cash, checks, or bank cards for payment; complete check and bank card transactions according to established procedure
Entered purchases into the cash register to calculate total purchase price
Counted cash and negotiable items in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to ensure amounts are correct
Gave change and issued receipt for funds received
Calculated discounts or references; request customer identification transactions, discounts and returns as required
Welcome customers and help them with the selection of merchandise
Resolved customers' service or billing complaints by performing activities such as exchanging merchandise, refunding money, and adjusting bills
Trained new cashiers
On occasion, managed self-check-out registers and assisted customers
Changed register tape, and clear routine equipment and scanning jams on registers
Responding to customers' inquiries and resolving customers' issues/problems related to overcharges, missed coupons
Assisted customers in locating specific items
Communicated information regarding product availability, ingredients and nutritional information
Participated in counting the store's physical inventory
Reacted to all concerns of customers quickly with a sense of importance
Verified shipments/orders against receiving reports
Receive and store office supplies
Assisted/participated in bi-annual store inventory
Supervisor: Cynthia Jones (7576868037)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
The ability to mentor others, train new hires, and guide teams
The ability to prioritize tasks, manage your schedule, and meet deadlines
The ability to adapt to changing requirements, circumstances, and strategies
The ability to function well with coworkers and other teams
Timeline
Human Resources Associate III
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Customer Service Manager
Navy Exchange
04.2019 - 09.2024
E-Commerce Manager
Kroger Marketplace
08.2016 - 04.2019
Customer Service Manager
Kroger Food and Drug/ Marketplace
03.2001 - 08.2016
Office Manager
Kroger Food and Drug
06.2000 - 03.2001
Bookkeeper
Hannaford Food and Drug
05.1999 - 06.2000
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