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Carlisa Young

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Resourceful Owner/Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, financial management, and customer service excellence. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to navigate business challenges and drive growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator of Cleaning Business

So C.A.M Clean
Atlanta, GA
05.2019 - Current

I currently own a residential cleaning business. My duties include but are not limited to:

  • Developed strategic partnerships with other businesses in order to expand reach into new markets.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures across departments while maintaining quality standards.
  • Evaluated employee performance metrics against established benchmarks in order to determine areas of improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.

Owner-Operator of Interior Decorating/Set Designer

Creative Intentions
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - Current
  • Working within the client's budget, the interior decorator chooses wall paint colors and finishes, furniture pieces, and textiles such as rugs and upholstery.
  • Make indoor spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting essential and decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials.
  • Undertake design project from concept to completion
  • Define project requirements and schedule during the “brief”
  • Interpret and translate customer needs into rough plans
  • Set costs and project fees according to budget
  • Research and decide on materials and products sourcing
  • Produce “sample” and “mood products”
  • Supervise work progress
  • Work closely with designers, decorators, architects and constructors
  • Research and follow industry changes, evolutions and best practices
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.

Office Supervisor

DHL- ASOS
Atlanta, Ga
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Supervise the order processing and customer service functions for assigned clients
  • Distribute and monitor work assignments within assigned responsibilities.
  • Train and cross train associates for all functions within their assigned responsibilities.
  • Prepare and review Excel Logistics and client reports ensuring their accuracy and timely submission.
  • Maintain discipline within assigned office responsibilities.
  • Maintain operating efficiencies through scheduling, supervision, and planning.
  • Interface with client representatives daily and maintain office operational coordination.
  • Conduct performance reviews and periodic feedback sessions for hourly associates in work group.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by management.
  • Effectively communicate with associates and customers in person and via telephone, verbally and written to accomplish necessary objectives.
  • Effectively review performance of subordinates, if any, to ensure compliance to requirements.

Lead

Simos Solutions- Walmart Distribution
Atlanta, Ga
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Updated general ledger with latest entries.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Packed and shipped orders
  • Ensured the safety of items being packed
  • Read and placed shipping labels on the correct boxes
  • Ensured that proper labels are placed on VAS shipments
  • Inducted

Office Manager

Bowers Realty
Southfield, MI
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Took phone calls to set appointments, schedule showings and give information about various properties.
  • Made copies of important documents and paperwork
  • Collected necessary paperwork to put together a file on each client.
  • Filed folders and various paperwork and files.
  • Made phone calls to assure appointments, cancellations and accepting or denying last minute showings.
  • Added, changed or deleted any of the new and old listings on MLS.
  • Proficiently used Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Making a lease, various addendums and other necessary paperwork for the office staff

Head Cashier

Lowes
Fayetteville, GA
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Ensured each customer received outstanding service by mystery shop standards.
  • Maintained awareness of all promotions and advertisements
  • Executed the daily operational, day-to-day goals and priorities assigned by store management.
  • Upheld merchandising and store cleanliness standards.
  • Practiced in the processing of new shipments and helped the team keep the receiving and back stockroom area clean.
  • Tendered online orders.
  • Responsive of safety issues
  • Conscious of shoplifting activity
  • Aided customers in locating merchandise in the store
  • Worked at the customer service desk.

Assembly Line Lead Supervisor

Flexible Staffing- Clorox
Atlanta
02.2014 - 01.2015
  • Checked production goods and reported deficiencies.
  • Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
  • Trained numerous assemblers and provided adequate knowledge
  • Prepared monthly and yearly reports for management.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and supplies and ensured proper handling.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and proper stocking of inventory in the work area
  • Maintained quality in the warehouse and kept track of all damaged inventory and reported to supervisors.
  • Properly packed merchandise
  • Efficiently followed all orders of the supervising team.
  • Worked in accord with the safety regulations of the warehouse.
  • Coordinated work with fellow workers and other team members.

Supervisor

Anna's Linens
College Park, GA
02.2012 - 03.2014
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Ensured each customer received outstanding service by mystery shop standards.
  • Maintained awareness of all promotions and advertisements
  • Executed the daily operational, day-to-day goals and priorities assigned by store management.
  • Upheld merchandising and store cleanliness standards.
  • Practiced in the processing of new shipments and helped the team keep the receiving and back stockroom area clean.
  • Tendered online orders.
  • Responsive of safety issues
  • Conscious of shoplifting activity
  • Aided customers in locating merchandise in the store
  • Solicited customers to sign up for Fan of Anna's reward program
  • Answered customers' questions and provided information on procedures and policies
  • Counted cash drawer and safe at the end or beginning of each shift

Stock Clerk

JCPenny 5 Star Outlet
Forest Park, GA
08.2012 - 12.2013
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Applied proper safety procedures in warehouse, stockroom, and store, and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
  • Removed debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
  • Placed special customer orders for custom or special order merchandise.
  • Attended and participated in sales meetings to stay abreast of current offers and product issues.
  • Conducted inventory and restocked items throughout day.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Received and counted stock items
  • Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, and out on the outlets sales floor.
  • Stored items in an orderly and accessible manner in the warehouse
  • Examined and inspected stock items for wear or defects, reported any damages to the supervising team.
  • Cleaned and maintained storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations

Education

High School Diploma -

North Clayton High School
College Park, GA
05.2011

Skills

  • Skilled multi-tasker
  • Computer-savvy
  • Attentive to detail
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Hardworking team player
  • Office Management
  • Executive Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Analytical and Critical Thinker
  • Innovative and Visionary
  • Budget Development
  • Financial Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Human Resources oversight
  • Human Resources
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Negotiation
  • Human Resource Management

Timeline

Owner/Operator of Cleaning Business

So C.A.M Clean
05.2019 - Current

Office Supervisor

DHL- ASOS
04.2018 - 05.2019

Owner-Operator of Interior Decorating/Set Designer

Creative Intentions
01.2018 - Current

Lead

Simos Solutions- Walmart Distribution
09.2017 - 04.2018

Office Manager

Bowers Realty
03.2016 - 07.2017

Head Cashier

Lowes
01.2015 - 02.2016

Assembly Line Lead Supervisor

Flexible Staffing- Clorox
02.2014 - 01.2015

Stock Clerk

JCPenny 5 Star Outlet
08.2012 - 12.2013

Supervisor

Anna's Linens
02.2012 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

North Clayton High School
Carlisa Young