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Debra Tilley

Bossier City,LA

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of fostering team unity and driving sales growth at Bassett Homes And Outdoor LLC. Skilled in operations management and customer relationship management, I excel in creating positive environments and achieving results. My approach combines effective multi-tasking with a genuine passion for people, boosting profitability and client satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Bassett Homes And Outdoor LLC
02.2019 - Current
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Sales Associate

Steve Gross Manufactured Homes
02.2014 - 02.2019
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Service Manager

Brewer Quality Homes
04.2011 - 02.2014
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain streamlined and productive workflow.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Coordinated warranty claims processing, advocating on behalf of customers to ensure prompt resolution of covered repairs or replacements.

Sales Associate/Head of Finance

Scott Tilley's Manufactured Housing
08.2004 - 04.2011
  • 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
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.

Stay at Home Mother

N/A
07.2001 - 08.2004
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Provided much love and trained development for my child.

Very Blessed to have been able to be with my young Son.

Business Owner

Marshall Mobile Homes
04.1996 - 07.2001
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.

Teacher

Greenfield Child Development
08.1989 - 04.1996
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Stay at Home Mother

N/A
08.1985 - 08.1989
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Provided my 2 young children with love and training.
  • Very blessed I was given the opportunity to have this special time with them.

Interior Decorator/Cleaner

Tilley's Bossier Mobile Homes
03.1983 - 08.1985
  • Optimized small spaces using innovative storage solutions and clever furniture arrangements for increased functionality..
  • Transformed outdated interiors into stylish, modern spaces that met clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
  • Purchased accessories to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.
  • Selected and organized color schemes for clients.
  • Balanced visual impact with practical considerations when selecting fabrics, finishes, colors, furniture pieces, artwork, and accessories for each project.
  • Organized and maintained schedules for home consultations, customized room designs and staff meetings.
  • Arranged furniture to facilitate traffic flow and design objectives.
  • Cleaned lot models for a fresh eye appeal once a week

Automobile Insurance Underwriter

Patterson Insurance Agency
06.1979 - 03.1983
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Daily operations of dealing with clients quotes and binders of auto insurance poliicies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bossier High School
Bossier City, LA
05.1979

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Operations Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Time Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • I love people and have good people skills I never meet a stranger

Timeline

General Manager

Bassett Homes And Outdoor LLC
02.2019 - Current

Sales Associate

Steve Gross Manufactured Homes
02.2014 - 02.2019

Service Manager

Brewer Quality Homes
04.2011 - 02.2014

Sales Associate/Head of Finance

Scott Tilley's Manufactured Housing
08.2004 - 04.2011

Stay at Home Mother

N/A
07.2001 - 08.2004

Business Owner

Marshall Mobile Homes
04.1996 - 07.2001

Teacher

Greenfield Child Development
08.1989 - 04.1996

Stay at Home Mother

N/A
08.1985 - 08.1989

Interior Decorator/Cleaner

Tilley's Bossier Mobile Homes
03.1983 - 08.1985

Automobile Insurance Underwriter

Patterson Insurance Agency
06.1979 - 03.1983

High School Diploma -

Bossier High School
Debra Tilley