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Cheryl Barker
Business Professional
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Skilled Business Development leader and customer service professional offering 18 years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and business development, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives. Leverages exceptional analytical skills to ensure full efficiency potential and assist in developing cost-saving financial strategies. Professional collaborator as a market research analyst and business consultant to influence an increased competitive position within the market.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Bartender/Trainer/Inventory Management Specialist
Bottles & Bones Steakhouse
Suwanee, GA
11.2020 - Current
- Successfully designed inventory management system through Excel that increased accuracy and efficiency with local distributors, while also implementing new logistical analysis tools such as: ROP, MAPE, Safety Stock, SFC, and costs associated with left-over inventory
- Performed market research analysis and addressed inventory needs to adapt to shifting customer demand resulting in increased profit margins by 8%-14.5% and reducing costs margins by 17%-36%
- Developed community reputation through commitment to customer satisfaction and strong client relationships.
- Created and deployed successful strategies which increased output, business performance & efficiency by 150%, while also streamlining bar prep processes and reducing waste.
Retail Store Manager/Internship Student
CVS Health
Alpharetta, GA
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Successfully developed and implemented innovations in marketing strategies to influence increased success and efficiencies in CVS Care Pass program while also creating stronger connections with CVS Health Hubs and Aetna Health Services.
- Examined and identified various routes to merchandise key items and measured their effectiveness in leveraging planograms and their impact on maximizing sales and profitability.
- Liaised with sales, marketing and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives through successful capstone
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and increased weekly Care Pass sales by 58%
Private Dining Coordinator/Bartender/Trainer
Barebones Steakhouse
Buford, GA
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Successfully increased profitability in private dining sector by 300% through implementation of new process management practices that greatly improved efficiency and efficacy of private events.
- Appropriately allocated resources, budgets, inventories, training support and team building materials to increase overall productivity.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
Hairstylist/Color Consultant/Entrepreneur
Jonas Marc Style Studio
Myrtle Beach, SC
09.2013 - 08.2018
- Serviced high-profile clients with advanced premium coloring applications and intricate highlighting techniques.
- Generated clientele base to 88% full capacity in year one, with average retention rate of 69%, through creative consumer marketing strategies and high achievements in customer satisfaction.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Education
BBA - Business Economics
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA 08.2017 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts - Master Cosmetology
Strand College of Hair Design
Myrtle Beach, SC 09.2012 - 09.2013
Skills
Marketing research
Business Development
Training and Development
Project Management
Product Development
Leadership
Relationship building and management
Financial Management
Data Collection & Research
Forecasting skills
Strategic planning
Consulting
Quality assurance
Accomplishments
- Georgia Gwinnett College Outstanding Economics Student Award
- Student Academic Achievement Award
- Member of Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honors Society
- Member of Beta Gamma Sigma Honors Society
- Member of National Society of Leadership and Success
Software
Google Workspace
Timeline
Lead Bartender/Trainer/Inventory Management Specialist
Bottles & Bones Steakhouse
11.2020 - Current
Retail Store Manager/Internship Student
CVS Health
05.2020 - 12.2020
Private Dining Coordinator/Bartender/Trainer
Barebones Steakhouse
08.2017 - 05.2020
BBA - Business Economics
Georgia Gwinnett College
08.2017 - 05.2021
Hairstylist/Color Consultant/Entrepreneur
Jonas Marc Style Studio
09.2013 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Master Cosmetology
Strand College of Hair Design
09.2012 - 09.2013