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CAROL V. BURNS

CAROL V. BURNS

Evans,GA

Summary

Information Technology Support Specialist with 10+ years of proven experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce successful outcomes. Possess a comprehensive background in personnel management and customer service. Possess extensive knowledge in accounts management and human resources processes. Proven ability in strategic and operational planning. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams, providing assessment, and quality control. Career supported by training, Google IT Support Professional Certification (June 2019), and Associate of Science in Computer Applications (Aug 2019). Fluent in Spanish. Areas of expertise include: Customer Service Team Leadership Strategic Planning Training and Development Policy Implementation IT Policies Quality Assurance Interpersonal Communication Process Improvement

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Stocker

Costco
Augusta, GA
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Make daily items drop list for forklift driver.
  • Work with team to stock out low quantity and new product items into the department before warehouse opens.
  • Ensure best quality and large quantity of product is available on the sales floor.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Make product movement plans and follow through in an urgent manner.
  • Work at a fast pace to get large quantity of product out to the sales floor.
  • Navigate the AS400 computer application system to print sales signs, look up inquiries on products in store or in shipments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Front End Supervisor

COSTCO WHOLESALE
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Managed front end employee daily shift schedules.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Ensured employees were promoting internal programs to members to increase membership sales and product sales in store.
  • Counseled and coached employees after expectations were not met or policies were not followed.
  • Gave recognition to employees for good work performances.
  • Completed and logged daily audits on returned merchandise.

Gas Station Attendant

Costco
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted members with transactions by operating POS system with accuracy.
  • Logged hourly safety checks of operating equipment.
  • Checked tools and equipment to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Cleaned up fuel spills and disposed of waste products according to safety protocols and laws.
  • Tracked, accepted and logged daily fuel deliveries into the computer system.
  • Confirmed excellent customer service by quickly resolving member concerns.

Front end Assistant

COSTCO WHOLESALE
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Assisted customers with placing large purchases on hold to be picked up at a later date.


Lead, Service Representative/Service Representative

24 HOUR FITNESS
12.2017 - 05.2018
  • Provided information about company products and services, and capitalized on upsell opportunities.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Conferred with customers by telephone or in-person to provide information about products, and services, create and cancel accounts, or obtain details of complaints
  • Accounts Management
  • Maintained records of client needs, preferences, and other services provided to ensure accurate client historical data
  • Kept records of customers interactions/transactions, recorded details of inquiries, complaints, comments, and actions taken

Certified Salon Operator

DESERT SUN TANNING SALON
01.2017 - 05.2017
  • Greet customers and give salon tours to new customers.
  • Sterilize equipment, clean salon and tanning beds.
  • Keep records of client needs and preferences and the services provided.
  • Promote product for sales.
  • Educate customers about skin care and which products will improve customer’s experience.
  • Prepare sales slips and contracts.
  • Inventory stock and requisition new stock.
  • Arrange and display merchandise to promote sales.

Police Officer Trainee

Fountain Police Department
05.2014 - 01.2015
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Managed paperwork by tracking records to remain organized and maximize accuracy.
  • Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
  • Analyzed investigation data to make informed decisions and take necessary action.
  • Performed public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.

Cashier

ROSS DRESS FOR LESS
11.2009 - 05.2010

• Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers or automatic debits.
• Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
• Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
• Request information or assistance using paging system.
• Stock shelves, and mark prices on shelves and items.
• Assist with duties in other areas of the store, such as monitoring the fitting room or bagging and carrying out customers’ items.

Softgoods Coordinating Manager/Markdown Associate

Mashalls Homegoods
01.2007 - 05.2008
  • Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Perform work activities of subordinates, such as cleaning and organizing shelves and displays and advertising copy.
  • Examine merchandise to ensure it is correctly priced and displayed and that it functions as advertised.
  • Set up weekly and monthly promotional advertisements in the store for sales.
  • Follow planograms for visual merchandising.

Pharmacy Technician

Foodtown
03.2005 - 08.2005
  • Assisted customers in English and Spanish by answering simple questions, locating items, and referring them to the management for more information
  • Administration
  • Utilized automated systems to access pertinent information and schedule appointments; ensured 100% accuracy of data
  • Ordered, labeled, and counted stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies; ensured accurate inventory data into computer

Education

Associate - Science, Computer Applications

American Military University Online
2019
  • 3.96 GPA
  • Extracurricular Activities: APUS CompTIA AIT Member

Google IT Support Professional Certification

Coursera
2019

Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement

Pikes Peak Law Enforcement Academy, Colorado Springs
12.2013

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training and Development
  • Policy Implementation
  • IT Policies
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality control

Affiliations

APUS CompTIA AIT Member

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Warehouse Stocker - Costco
03.2022 - 09.2023
Front End Supervisor - COSTCO WHOLESALE
09.2021 - 03.2022
Gas Station Attendant - Costco
12.2020 - 05.2021
Front end Assistant - COSTCO WHOLESALE
09.2020 - 12.2020
Lead, Service Representative/Service Representative - 24 HOUR FITNESS
12.2017 - 05.2018
Certified Salon Operator - DESERT SUN TANNING SALON
01.2017 - 05.2017
Police Officer Trainee - Fountain Police Department
05.2014 - 01.2015
Cashier - ROSS DRESS FOR LESS
11.2009 - 05.2010
Softgoods Coordinating Manager/Markdown Associate - Mashalls Homegoods
01.2007 - 05.2008
Pharmacy Technician - Foodtown
03.2005 - 08.2005
American Military University Online - Associate, Science, Computer Applications
Coursera - , Google IT Support Professional Certification
Pikes Peak Law Enforcement Academy - Peace Officer Certification, Law Enforcement
CAROL V. BURNS