Deanna Truitt
Independence,KS
Summary
Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Walmart
Independence, KS
02.2022 - Current
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Sales Associate
Tobacco Town
Independence, KS
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Associate /Seasonal Trainer
Macys Logistics
Owasso, OK
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to foster collaboration between department members.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by advocating for professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined processes for creating, updating, and distributing training materials, resulting in significant time savings for staff members involved in these tasks.
- Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills, informing future program development.
- Contributed to the retention of top talent by providing employees with the resources and support necessary to excel in their roles.
Landscape Groundskeeper
TLC
Independence
08.2007 - 10.2017
Staffing Consultant
Express Personnel
Independence, KS
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Maintained comprehensive records of all interactions with clients, candidates, and internal stakeholders within company CRM system for future reference or analysis purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to share best practices and improve overall performance within the organization.
- Conducted thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit for client organizations.
- Utilized strong communication skills when presenting staffing solutions and conducting negotiations with clients to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
Department Manager/Assistant Manager
Walmart
Independence, KS
05.2000 - 08.2005
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
Timeline
Team Lead
Walmart
02.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Tobacco Town
07.2020 - 02.2022
Associate /Seasonal Trainer
Macys Logistics
02.2019 - 05.2020
Landscape Groundskeeper
TLC
08.2007 - 10.2017
Staffing Consultant
Express Personnel
08.2005 - 08.2007
Department Manager/Assistant Manager
Walmart
05.2000 - 08.2005