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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Darla Joyce

Greensburg,PA

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Retail Management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

Daily Thread
07.2022 - 10.2023
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.

Store Manager

Dollar General
12.2017 - 12.2021
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Member Services Assistant Manager

Sam's Club
02.2015 - 09.2017
  • Recommended specific products and services in alignment with individual needs, requirements and specifications.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Handled complaints with prompt, courteous service to uphold professional reputation.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.

Asset Protection Manager

Sam's Club
12.2005 - 02.2015
  • Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary, or theft.
  • Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
  • Created and maintained records of security incidents and investigations.
  • Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
  • Performed thorough cash audits and deposit investigations.
  • Monitored store surveillance cameras to detect suspicious behavior.
  • Reviewed and updated store security policies and procedures.

Office Manager

Check N' Go
08.2004 - 12.2005
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Office Manager

Advance America
10.2000 - 08.2004
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.

Customer Services Representative/Customer Financial Services Representative/Assistant Head Teller

Southwest Bank
05.1995 - 10.2000
  • Resolved issues with deposits and open items.
  • Ratified loan totals and balanced daily cash deposits with zero error rate.
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of bank products and services to provide appropriate recommendations to customers.

Customer Service Manager

Wal-mart
10.1994 - 10.1998
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Took ownership of customer issues and followed problems through to resolution.
  • Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Front End Manager

Shop N Save
04.1984 - 04.1989
  • Monitored cash drawers in [Number] checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping and security.
  • Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Prepared weekly employee work schedules to meet operational needs.

Education

Certificate - Principles of Banking

Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA
05.1998

High School Diploma -

Greensburg Salem
Greensburg, PA
06.1983

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Training
  • Accurate Cash Handling
  • Store Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Customer Service
  • Goals and Performance
  • Employee Motivation
  • Team Leadership
  • Outstanding Communication Skills
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Cash Management
  • Bank Deposit Procedures
  • Policies and Procedures

Certification

Safe Serve Certificate


Fuel Station Certificate issued by Fuel Compliance in Pennsylvania

Timeline

Store Manager

Daily Thread
07.2022 - 10.2023

Store Manager

Dollar General
12.2017 - 12.2021

Member Services Assistant Manager

Sam's Club
02.2015 - 09.2017

Asset Protection Manager

Sam's Club
12.2005 - 02.2015

Office Manager

Check N' Go
08.2004 - 12.2005

Office Manager

Advance America
10.2000 - 08.2004

Customer Services Representative/Customer Financial Services Representative/Assistant Head Teller

Southwest Bank
05.1995 - 10.2000

Customer Service Manager

Wal-mart
10.1994 - 10.1998

Front End Manager

Shop N Save
04.1984 - 04.1989

Certificate - Principles of Banking

Westmoreland County Community College

High School Diploma -

Greensburg Salem

Safe Serve Certificate


Fuel Station Certificate issued by Fuel Compliance in Pennsylvania

Darla Joyce