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BERNETIA JOHNSON

TUMWATER,WA

Summary

Dedicated Front End Supervisor well-versed in satisfying customers with exceptional service and support. Accurate and efficient in Microsoft Office and Excel as well as other computer programs, and maintaining customer areas. Prepared to bring over 20 years of experience to dynamic new position.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Front End Department Supervisor Fulfillment

Lowe's
05.2024 - Current
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
  • Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.


Community Event Coordinator

Love Local Events WA
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Managed a data base of over 300 small business owners, food trucks, and entertainers
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
  • Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
  • Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
  • Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
  • Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
  • Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
  • Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.

General Board Member

Spouses' Club of Lewis McChord
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
  • Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to drive organizational growth and development.
  • Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
  • Created one of the organizations largest ever community engagement events in 2021, attracting over 4000 guests.

Small Business Owner

Busy Bee'z Home and Garden Place
09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
  • Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
  • Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
  • Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
  • Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.

Early Childhood Educator

Montessori, CYS Department of Defense, CAELC KS
05.2008 - 04.2014
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.

Teaching Assistant

Houghton Elementary School
09.2006 - 05.2008
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
  • Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Met with families and students to discuss implementing plans for student success
  • Led classrooms independently under guidance of school principle.

After School Program Lead

21st Century Grants
09.2005 - 02.2008
  • Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
  • Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies and individual needs.
  • Implemented student safety measures across program to minimize accidents.
  • Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
  • Greeted Families upon arrival and gave tours of the program.
  • Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for large groups of students.
  • Selected nutritious snacks and educational toys for students.
  • Maintained confidentiality of records by using appropriate data security methods.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed
01.1998 - 09.2006
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Volunteered for many public school programs while my own children attended elementary school.
  • Gained valuable skills in budgeting, multitasking, relationship building, and problem solving.

Department Manger

Macy's Department Store
10.1993 - 11.1997
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Development

Highland Community College
Wamego, KS

No Degree - Education K-12, Eng Lit Minor

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS

No Degree - Education K-12, Eng Lit Minor

Finlandia University
Hancock, MI

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Complaint resolution
  • Administrative Support
  • Effective Planning
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Relationship building and management
  • Operations
  • Administrative Skills
  • Time Management
  • Marketing knowledge

Qualifying Questions

1. Treating each individual with respect and kindness while seeking ways to assist them to fulfill their needs is something I have always excelled at. I was promoted to Front End Supervisor at Lowe's due to my engaging personality and my ability to put people at ease while providing the best possible service at all times. As a non-traditional student that understands the challenges of multiple generations from a very diverse community, I am dedicated to serving each student as the unique individual they are. Every person that walks through the doors to Evergreen University is there because they are looking towards the future. It is the administrators purpose to remember that they are all different individuals working towards a common goal, but each on their unique path. Students deserve a place to learn where they feel safe, valued, and respected.


2. I've had a lot of opportunity to use various computer programs throughout my career. I've done everything from office to excel and I learn very quickly hands on. Most of my training with Lowe's and my marketing and communications skills were all self taught with just diving in and immersing myself in the different programs and reports used. I also am skilled in Canva, Zoom, and all Social Media Platforms. I also utilize the Timberland Library System for refreshers when it comes to updates in Office. Utilizing current systems has come pretty easy to me.


3. Prioritizing objectives and time management are the core of operations and logistics. My current position at Lowe's is part of the operations team and I supervise Fulfillment. My team and I pull all the online, Special orders, Pro Orders, and flat bed deliveries for the store while simultaneously managing the order pick-up desk and curbside delivery. Everything is timed and then rated for quality of service. At the same time, I am supervising the customer service area and handling communications between customers and upper management. Everyday is approached strategically and with great attention to what our priorities are. At the same time, we have to leave room for changes and unexpected circumstances. It's an environment that I thrive in. Organizing large community engagement events are much the same. There are many strategic moves taking place simultaneously.


4. As an operations and logistics person, my profession involves clerical duties such as filing, emails, reports, paperwork, spreadsheets, and communicating with customers and staff. Owning my own business meant the responsibility of keeping spreadsheets and business records was mine alone. 


5. Microsoft 365 is what most businesses use currently for all their reports, and documents. Even though I use different versions of this program everyday, I am utilizing the Timberland Library Online Courses to review the current operating systems. I also learn very quickly, so I am sure to be able to meet expectations of the position.


6. Personally, I have not heard of the Customer Relationship Management Systems, but I am actively researching how it works. I have been trained on fundraising software and assume it is very similar. 

Timeline

Front End Department Supervisor Fulfillment

Lowe's
05.2024 - Current

Community Event Coordinator

Love Local Events WA
08.2021 - 12.2023

Small Business Owner

Busy Bee'z Home and Garden Place
09.2018 - 09.2021

General Board Member

Spouses' Club of Lewis McChord
08.2018 - 10.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Montessori, CYS Department of Defense, CAELC KS
05.2008 - 04.2014

Teaching Assistant

Houghton Elementary School
09.2006 - 05.2008

After School Program Lead

21st Century Grants
09.2005 - 02.2008

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed
01.1998 - 09.2006

Department Manger

Macy's Department Store
10.1993 - 11.1997

Associate of Arts - Child Development

Highland Community College

No Degree - Education K-12, Eng Lit Minor

Kansas State University

No Degree - Education K-12, Eng Lit Minor

Finlandia University
BERNETIA JOHNSON