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Dannica Coburn

Herndon,VA

Summary

Extensive experience in business administration, sales, customer service, education, and childcare. Reliable, efficient, and takes pride in identifying and addressing the specific needs of each respective client. Enthusiastic problem solver and talented performer with superior communication, planning and decision-making skills. Ten collective years of experience in retail logistics with strong commitment to precision and efficiency. Professional in maintaining organized and accurate inventory systems. Known for reliable collaboration and adapting to changing needs, with skills in stock management and inventory control. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stocking Associate

Walmart
08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced store organization by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining inventory control.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Examined and inspected stock items for defects and reported damages to supervisor.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Scanned, recorded and verified received inventory during regular shipments.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized work environment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively handling various tasks, including receiving shipments, organizing backroom storage, and updating pricing information.
  • Managed time effectively during high-pressure situations such as peak shopping hours or holidays to maintain consistent service levels across all departments of the store.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Maintained proper rotation of perishable items according to expiration dates, reducing waste and ensuring fresh products were available for customers.
  • Assisted in training new Stocking Associates, sharing best practices and relevant experience.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.

Freight Associate (Part-time)

Home Depot
07.2019 - 08.2022
  • Checked readiness of delivery docks and alerted management of incoming shipments.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading merchandise from delivery trucks while maintaining safety protocols to avoid workplace accidents.
  • Operated machinery, including pallet jacks and forklifts to move freight from receiving bay to designated departments.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Prepared merchandise for transfer to shelves by removing packing materials and applying identifying codes, such as price or inventory control numbers.

Project Coordinator

Image 360
08.2017 - 01.2021
  • Educated clients in our wide variety of available options of signage, graphics and displays to best meet the personalized business needs of each respective client.
  • Coordinated presentations for customers and project members detailing proposal scope, progress and results, keeping all entities well-informed of milestones and goals.
  • Transitioned design proposals from estimation and pre-design phase to well-defined project execution plan.
  • Liaised between customer service and design production department, facilitating communications and keeping appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to foster client loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Liaised with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to properly process orders in alignment with needs and specifications of management.
  • Facilitated payment of invoices due by contacting clients and sending bill reminders.

Nanny/Caregiver

Care.com
03.2016 - 09.2017
  • Supported children in daily activities, including playing, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Coordinated different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.

Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
08.2014 - 02.2016
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Open Arms Child Development
02.2013 - 06.2014
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Assistant Cook

Open Arms Child Development
10.2011 - 01.2013
  • Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors.
  • Communicated menu item information and offered suggestions to promote featured products.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.

Server

Finnegan's Irish Pub
08.2010 - 09.2011
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma - Advanced Studies

Centreville High School
Clifton, VA
05.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Certified: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access (10 years)
  • Adobe Certified: Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat (10 years)
  • Fluent in Spanish (10 years)
  • Project Design (4 years)
  • Advanced Retouching (4 years)
  • Document Management (7 years)
  • Data Entry (4 years)
  • Database Management (4 years)
  • Data File Transferring (4 years)
  • Proposal Writing (4 years)
  • Financial Analysis (4 years)
  • Financial Management (4 years)
  • Childcare (8 years)
  • Pallet jack operation (2 years)
  • Heavy lifting (2 years)
  • Loading and unloading (2 years)
  • Proficient in Ballymore equipment (2 years)
  • Stock replenishment (2 years)
  • UPC codes checking (2 years)

Certification

  • CPR/First Aid
  • Early Childhood Education

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Stocking Associate

Walmart
08.2022 - Current

Freight Associate (Part-time)

Home Depot
07.2019 - 08.2022

Project Coordinator

Image 360
08.2017 - 01.2021

Nanny/Caregiver

Care.com
03.2016 - 09.2017

Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
08.2014 - 02.2016

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Open Arms Child Development
02.2013 - 06.2014

Assistant Cook

Open Arms Child Development
10.2011 - 01.2013

Server

Finnegan's Irish Pub
08.2010 - 09.2011

High School Diploma - Advanced Studies

Centreville High School