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Derek Guilfoyle

Derek Guilfoyle

IT Management
Lonsdale,MN

Summary

  • Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning IT field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.
  • Dedicated sales and marketing professional with proven success exceeding goals, retaining customers and maintaining strong reputation for customer satisfaction. Experienced knowledge of social media market conditions and marketing campaigns.
  • Versatile Inventory Specialist with advanced problem-solving and time management abilities. Proficient project coordinator and administrative leader. Highly familiar with inventory counts, business audits and documentation requirements.
  • Possesses background in website design and testing. Executed strategies that drove website traffic from social media and search engines. Excellent communicator and team leader.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Inventory Control Specialist

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
South Saint Paul, MN
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for future company jobs.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork.
  • Kept merchandise moving smoothly and accurately from stockroom to sales floor.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size or type of material.
  • Collaborated with purchasing and production to maintain levels of quality and on-hand inventory.
  • Marked stock items with identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools or other labeling equipment.
  • Conducted future planning to obtain sufficient materials to accomplish mission.
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.

Website Manager

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
South Saint Paul, MN
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Collected and responded to user feedback through iterative improvements to site structure and content.
  • Incorporated SEO techniques to verify maximal site exposure to search engine robots and crawlers.
  • Created targeted social media strategy to connect with existing and new customers through relevant platforms and expand influence.
  • Analyzed website traffic and developed content to meet needs and interests of website visitors.
  • Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms.
  • Used content management system to analyze user engagement and website traffic metrics.
  • Approved, reviewed and edited content flowing to website.
  • Used consultative techniques to understand customer needs and make strategic referrals to business partners.
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
  • Described product highlights and benefits to help guide purchasing decisions.
  • Carried out opening and closing functions to meet operational needs underpinning strong customer service.
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.
  • Applied basic sales strategy to engage customers and present solutions to suit individual needs.
  • Reinforced established quality control standards and followed procedures for optimal customer interactions.
  • Handled over 10+ calls per shift signing up new customers, retrieving customer data, presenting relevant product information and cancelling services.
  • Answered average of 10+ calls, emails and faxes per day, addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing product information.
  • Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.

Delivery Driver

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
South Saint Paul , MN
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
  • Safely operated heavy lifting equipment such as fork trucks and cranes.
  • Kept detailed records of completed or in-progress deliveries using hand-held devices and camera images.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
  • Drove 12ft flat bed truck to transport pallets of tile and materials to job locations.
  • Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from flat bed trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.

Laborer Worker

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
South Saint Paul , MN
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assisted carpenters and other tradespeople in construction, installation and repair of buildings and loaded, transported and unloaded materials, tools and supplies.
  • Measured, marked and recorded openings and distances to designate areas for construction work.
  • Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
  • Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
  • Read and interpreted plans, instructions and specifications to determine work activities.
  • Gathered and removed debris and discarded material upon final completion of construction project.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.

Carpenter Laborer

Northwoods Carpentry
Rush City, Minnesota
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Planned and laid out work from blueprints, drawings and models.
  • Maintained variety of hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments on daily job assignments.
  • Cleaned, calibrated and serviced tools and equipment.
  • Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
  • Made standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work.
  • Used hand tools such as utility knives, hammers and deglazing devices to complete carpentry tasks.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.

Warehouse Associate

Amazon Fulfillment Center
Shakopee, Minnesota
10.2016 - 10.2017

Product Stocker

  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.

IT Problem Solver

  • Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
  • Employed various tools and equipment to find solutions to difficult or complex issues.
  • Instituted sequence of actions to drive gratifications and progress.
  • Defined problem to identify, prioritize and select alternatives.
  • Looked outside known experience to find solutions and produce results.
  • Researched and extracted data to complete tasks.
  • Used logic and imagination to analyze situations and develop intelligent solutions.
  • Gathered and designed technical specifications to solve customer needs.
  • Defined problems to make decisions and moved forward to support quick resolution.
  • Assisted in development of trainees, providing instruction and support to optimize readiness.

Education

Business Marketing

University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN
09.2005 - 06.2007

Business

Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN
09.2009 - 06.2010

Finance

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
09.2010 - 06.2011

Computer Science

Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
Saint Paul, MN
01.2015 - 06.2016

Skills

    Forklift Operation

Materials movement

Commercial construction

Problem-Solving

Organization and Time Management

Daily vehicle inspections

Tear down and set up

Power and hand tools

Truck unloading

Multitasking Abilities

Interpersonal Communication

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Dependable and Responsible

Planning and Coordination

Telephone etiquette

Customer Relations

Warehousing practices and procedures

Complaint resolution

Report preparation

Creative problem solving

Technical Support

Account management

Money handling abilities

Strategic sales knowledge

Key holder experience

Warehousing functions

Stocking and replenishing

Order fulfillment

Excellent written and oral communication

Website optimization

Troubleshooting

Technical Analysis

Organization

Marketing

SEO techniques

Embedded media management

Site template development

Social media management

Analytics and SEO

Market Analysis

Pricing structures

Marketing and advertising

Sales expertise

Campaign management

Campaign development

Time management

Sales Strategies

Digital marketing

Sales processes

Order management

Analytical problem solver

Direct sales

Relationship building

Goals and performance

Positive and upbeat

Sales Reporting

Operations

Marketing strategy

Websites managed/developed

www.tileflipper.com

www.tilehawk.com

www.northstarflowart.com

Interests

Website development

Computer programming

Marketing and sales

Inventory management

Travel

Timeline

Inventory Control Specialist

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
03.2021 - 03.2022

Website Manager

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
03.2021 - 03.2022

Delivery Driver

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
03.2020 - 03.2021

Laborer Worker

Blackhawk Tile And Stone
10.2018 - 03.2020

Carpenter Laborer

Northwoods Carpentry
10.2017 - 10.2018

Warehouse Associate

Amazon Fulfillment Center
10.2016 - 10.2017

Computer Science

Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
01.2015 - 06.2016

Finance

Saint Cloud State University
09.2010 - 06.2011

Business

Dakota County Technical College
09.2009 - 06.2010

Business Marketing

University of Minnesota - Duluth
09.2005 - 06.2007
Derek Guilfoyle IT Management