Colten Foster
Vincennes,IN
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Active Nutrition & Supplements
Vincennes, IN
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
- Networked with other businesses/companies in order to secure locations for monthly "booths" at various locations and expand advertising reach.
- Coordinated the stores social media pages.
- Set the monthly schedule
- Worked personally in sales.
- Implemented and changed polices in order to make the store run more efficiently.
- Reviewed past sales reports and calculated monthly sales goals
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Trained new employees
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
Sales Associate Specialist
Active Nutrition & Supplements
Vincennes, Indiana
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
- Coordinated store's social media page
- Networked with other businesses/companies in order to secure locations for monthly "booths" and expand advertising reach.
- Collaborated with other departments in order to reach company goals.
- Trained new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Car Washer
All American Car Wash
Vincennes, IN
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Answered customer questions on pricing, products, procedures and materials used.
- Pressure washed car exterior, wheel wells and tires.
- Cleaned wash equipment after shift and confirmed proper storage.
- Used scrapers, brushes and cleaners to eliminate layered on dirt, mud or debris.
- Inspected incoming vehicles, assessed condition and took note of any current damage prior to starting wash or detail.
- Cleaned windows, mirrors, headlights, taillights and dried exterior of vehicle.
- Inspected washing tools, equipment and materials daily for damage or needed repairs.
- Monitored inventory levels for adequate supply of chemicals and materials.
Food Preparation Worker/Food Delivery Driver
Jimmy John's Franchise
Vincennes, IN
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Used culinary and cutlery tools to prepare foods for cold dish presentations.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized and sufficiently stocked.
- Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings.
- Logged hours, mileage and order-related activities to maintain detailed records.
- Developed and maintained professional relations between customer, store personnel and company.
General Staff
Planet Fitness Gym
Vincennes, IN
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and machines.
- Signed customers up for memberships and kept records of payments.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Followed company procedure when signing up new members, handling customer complaints, and dealing with any issues related to the gym.
Lumber Yard Worker
Niehaus Lumber
Vincennes, IN
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Operated forklift and yard truck with focus on precision and safety.
- Assisted in preparing shipments by staging, counting and documenting materials and supported refurbishment teams with load outs and equipment staging.
- Demonstrated highest level of ethical conduct when dealing with customers, team members and management.
- Adhered to safety rules and regulations when operating saws, forklifts and other equipment.
- Helped customers make lumber decisions for building projects.
- Prepared materials for safe movement and shipment using banding machine and clincher.
- Built loads and loaded trucks for outbound delivery.
Education
Associate of Business Administration -
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05.2022
High School Diploma -
North Knox Jr-Sr High School
Bicknell, IN05.2018
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Creative merchandising
- Coaching and mentoring
- Business Development
- Negotiation
- Sales and marketing
- Operations management
- Key Performance Indicators
Timeline
Manager
Active Nutrition & Supplements
05.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate Specialist
Active Nutrition & Supplements
09.2020 - 05.2021
Car Washer
All American Car Wash
05.2020 - 11.2020
General Staff
Planet Fitness Gym
08.2019 - 01.2020
Lumber Yard Worker
Niehaus Lumber
03.2019 - 08.2019
Food Preparation Worker/Food Delivery Driver
Jimmy John's Franchise
04.2018 - 02.2020
Associate of Business Administration -
Vincennes University
High School Diploma -
North Knox Jr-Sr High School
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