Ayva Pankake
Summerville,SC
Summary
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. Currently a reservist in the United States Marine Corps.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply 3043 (Reservist)
United States Marine Corps
Minneapolis, MN
06.2024 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed physical training exercises to maintain peak physical fitness.
- Assisted in the development of teamwork and leadership skills among recruits.
- Participated in tactical drills to enhance operational readiness and adaptability.
- Conducted weapon handling and safety training for fellow recruits.
- Engaged in problem-solving scenarios to build critical thinking abilities.
- Supported administrative tasks related to recruit evaluations and assessments.
- Maintained discipline and order within the training environment for effective learning.
- Ensured compliance with Marine Corps regulations and standards.
- Received orders from chain of command and relayed them appropriately.
- Provided guidance on proper safety protocols during field exercises.
- Participated in daily inspections to ensure uniformity and cleanliness.
- Assisted in the instruction of basic military knowledge and skills to new recruits.
- Utilized various weapons systems as part of marksmanship training.
- Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
- Conducted regular war games without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
Footwear Specialist
Scheels Sporting Goods
Eden Prairie, MN
08.2023 - 01.2026
- Advised customers on footwear selection for various sports and activities.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking of footwear displays.
- Demonstrated proper fitting techniques for optimal comfort and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service experience.
- Maintained knowledge of current footwear trends and product features.
- Conducted product training sessions for new staff on footwear lines.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding shoe care and maintenance products.
- Collaborated with customers to help each choose right product for specific needs.
- Provided customers with product knowledge and expertise on various types of shoes.
- Performed daily tasks including restocking shelves, cleaning displays, and dusting merchandise.
Women’s Swimwear Manager
Scheels Sporting Goods
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Selling products for a commission.
- Managing, training, and mentoring part-time associates.
- Teaching product knowledge meetings in order to keep the team up to date on styles, materials, sales goals, and new training or sales methods.
- Led daily operations to ensure excellent customer service and store presentation.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock availability and minimize shortages.
- Designed and maintained table and wall displays of products.
- Assisted customers in selecting products that meet their needs and preferences.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to foster positive shopping experiences.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Web Shopper
Scheels Sporting Goods
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Complete the selection of customers online orders.
- Package and ship customers online orders.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Safety training
- CPR certified
- AED certified
- EMR certified
- Equipment maintenance
- Planning
Timeline
Supply 3043 (Reservist)
United States Marine Corps
06.2024 - Current
Footwear Specialist
Scheels Sporting Goods
08.2023 - 01.2026
Women’s Swimwear Manager
Scheels Sporting Goods
05.2022 - 08.2023
Web Shopper
Scheels Sporting Goods
08.2021 - 05.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
Normandale Community College