Candice Mize

• Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
• Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
• Adapted store operations to meet changing market conditions and customer needs while preserving overall business stability.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
• Strengthened relationships with vendors to ensure reliable product deliveries while maintaining healthy business partnerships.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
• Developed a loyal customer base with personalized assistance, attentive listening, and friendly interactions.
• Boosted sales during peak seasons by designing promotional events and coordinating targeted advertising campaigns.
• Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

• Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
• Supported extracurricular activities such as tutoring sessions or after-school clubs by providing supervision or leading specific programs related to subject expertise.
• Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
• Strengthened parent-teacher communication through proactive outreach via conferences, phone calls, and email updates on student progress.
• Assigned, explained and graded homework.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
• Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
• Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.

I became pregnant with my 2nd child and had pregnancy issues which required me to quit my job and stay home. In Oct 2004 I had my daughter who was born with major health issues and Down Syndrome. I became a mom/nurse for several years taking care of her. In the years of taking care of her, I learned patience and how to solve issue with quick thinking also. I did attempt to take some courses on Criminal Justice while staying home with her. I had to quit due to some unforeseen events that had come up.

• Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
• Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
• Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
• Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
• Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
• Managed efficient cash register operations.
• Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
• Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
• Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
• Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
• Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
• Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
• Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
• Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.