Ashley Arnold
Ashleys Dog Grooming
Talladega,Alabama
11
years of professional experience
Experienced Dog Groomer with over six years in operational management and staff training. Expert in grooming techniques and tools, enhancing service quality and customer loyalty through effective communication and adaptability. Committed to maintaining a clean, safe environment, fostering strong relationships with pet owners.
Work History
Dog Groomer
2 Months- Trimmed dogs using clippers, scissors, and brushes to achieve desired styles, enhancing pet appearance.
- Washed and dried dogs to maintain cleanliness and comfort during grooming.
- Cleaned and organized grooming tools and equipment for safe, reliable use.
- Answered pet owner questions and provided grooming updates to foster trust and satisfaction.
Owner/Dog Groomer
10 Years 7 Months- Managed daily operations of a dog grooming business.
- Supervised grooming staff to ensure quality service.
- Groomed various dog breeds using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Trimmed fur and nails to maintain pet hygiene and appearance.
- Bathed and dried pets to ensure cleanliness and comfort.
- Created a safe environment for pets during grooming sessions.
- Trained new employees on grooming procedures and customer service.
- Assisted in training junior groomers on best practices and techniques.
- Groomed various dog breeds using appropriate tools and techniques. using appropriate tools and techniques for various breeds.
- Managed scheduling for grooming appointments to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trimmed fur to maintain pet hygiene and improve appearance. and nails to maintain pet hygiene and appearance.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce the spread of illness from infected animals.
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Developed customer relationships to enhance client loyalty.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to ensure repeat business opportunities.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to attract new clients and promote services.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
Order Fulfillment / Administartor
9 Months- Processed customer orders accurately and efficiently for timely fulfillment.
- Executed order fulfillment processes to ensure on-time delivery and improve customer satisfaction. to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Pulled and packed products from shelves based on customer orders.
- Verified order accuracy prior to shipment.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient and timely processing of orders.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding order discrepancies or issues.
- Followed SOP procedures to prevent mix ups and damages during the order fulfillment process.
- Monitored stock levels and communicated needs for replenishment to management.
- Reviewed production schedules and customer orders to prioritize item movement and distribution.
- Utilized software tools to streamline administrative processes and enhance productivity.
- Prepared invoices for completed orders using company software system.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Collaborated with sales team to facilitate special orders and rush deliveries.
- Pick products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
- Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damage during shipments.
- Completed shipping paperwork, attached appropriate labels and scanned barcodes for tracking.
- Contributed ideas toward process improvement initiatives within the fulfillment team.
- Operated equipment to support efficient inventory management.
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Received incoming shipments, inspected contents, and verified invoices.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Prepared outgoing shipments according to customer requests and company policies.
- Utilized barcode scanners to track movement of products within the warehouse.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Maintained accurate records for all shipping activities using computer systems.
- Created labels for packages and containers using label-making software programs.
- Prepared parcels for mailing using packaging quality standards.
- Processed paperwork for international shipments including customs documents.
- Examined shipment contents and compared with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to order status or delivery issues.
- Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Education
GED
Skills
Trimming techniques
Breed-specific grooming
Grooming tools organization
Safety and sanitation
Detail orientation
Customer service
Relationship management
Problem solving
Communication effectiveness
Verbal communication
Teamwork and cooperation
Workflow efficiency
Process optimization
Task management
Order processing
Order accuracy verification
Shipping operations
Warehouse management software
Inventory management software
Shipping paperwork
Label preparation
Quality assurance
Quality inspection
Packing and crating
Package handling
Material handling tools
Order selection
Pallet organization
Pallet jack operation
Shipment tracking
Delivery coordination
Merchandise staging
Record documentation
Data entry
Cross-department collaboration
Procedure adherence
Safety compliance
Warehouse safety compliance
Export compliance regulations
Order tracking
Pick lists
Order accuracy verification
Procedure adherence
Timeline
Dog Groomer
Noble Pet Resort
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
Order Fulfillment / Administartor
KBR
10.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
Ameribolt
03.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Owner/Dog Groomer
Ashleys Dog Grooming
02.2016 - CurrentRead More
Ayers Technical College
GED
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