Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Truckload Champion
Sams Club
01.2022
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills
Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success
Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance
Goal-oriented Processes and procedures Lead generation Contract development and management Key accounts and territory management Issue and conflict resolution Brand management Relationship building
Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvment
- 01.2022
Problem resolution Teambuilding Planning Microsoft Office Training & Development Conflict resolution Organization Supervision Skills Experience Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively
Provided ongoing training to address staff needs
Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals
Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations
Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives
Coached and mentored 20 staff members through constructive feedback to develop long-term career goals
Realigned workflows with changing business demands by evaluating processes and employee strengths
Created training manual for employees to use as reference guide
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations
Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments
Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
08.2015 - 08.2018
Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs
Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively
Provided ongoing training to address staff needs
Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals
Implemented effective inventory control procedures and ordered items when stock was low
Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations
Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives
Coached and mentored 20 staff members through constructive feedback to develop long-term career goals
Conducted employee evaluations and reviews
Realigned workflows with changing business demands by evaluating processes and employee strengths
Developed position rotation to support continuous improvement and operator development.
Pro Paint Specialist
The Home Depot Inc
04.2013 - 08.2015
Demonstrated knowledge of paint types, faux and decorative finishes, painting tools and adhesives, solvents and caulk to offer customized recommendations for customer projects
Ordered product, stocked shelves and neatly and safely displayed products with corresponding information to fulfill customer painting needs in welcoming environment
Leveraged equipment and machinery to match and mix paint while visually distinguishing slight color variations
Managed customer telephone inquiries by giving accurate product information and product selection advice
Maintained current pricing information and informed customers of discounts and promotions to maximize customer spending and increase revenue
Operated POS system, inputted sales orders and tracked delivery or pick-up processes to expedite purchases
Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences
Educated customers on product and service offerings
Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
Owner/Operator
Professional Carpet Cleaning
01.2005 - 04.2013
Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue
Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations
Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports
Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends
Trained teams on specific operations and requirements for each job site, including applicable procedures and techniques
Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning
Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings
Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures
Maintained cleaning machines and tools and verified excellent condition before using at customer site
Confirmed customer satisfaction with cleaning and overall service before leaving home or business
Used special treatments to remove stains without damaging surfaces
Moved furniture to allow thorough cleaning of designated carpet surfaces and returned to position, using protective padding if needed
Equipped truck with applicable tools, equipment and cleaning materials before arriving at client site and verified full return to truck after cleaning
Performed carpet and upholstery cleaning using chemicals and shampoo periodically, building expertise to compare alternative cleaning processes
Inspected carpets and upholstery before beginning and pinpointed specific cleaning needs and processes to apply
Maintained safe working environment at all times to avoid injury to workers, owners, children or pets
Provided every customer with top-notch service and satisfied each client's individual needs
Secured long-term accounts, managing sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits
Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
Shift Manager
Technicolor Thompson Services
04.2005 - 05.2011
Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity
Enhanced operations and boosted productivity through employee training, coaching and creating work schedules and assignments
Provided coaching and reinforced standards to foster superior performance from crew members and others throughout organization
Generated reports to assess performance and adjusted workflows to realign with targets
Directed employees through daily routines
Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish company goals.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business management and Leadership
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
06.2026
Skills
Goal-oriented
Processes and procedures
Lead generation
Contract development and management
Key accounts and territory management
Issue and conflict resolution
Brand management
Relationship building
Timeline
Truckload Champion
Sams Club
01.2022
Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
08.2015 - 08.2018
Pro Paint Specialist
The Home Depot Inc
04.2013 - 08.2015
Shift Manager
Technicolor Thompson Services
04.2005 - 05.2011
Owner/Operator
Professional Carpet Cleaning
01.2005 - 04.2013
Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvment
- 01.2022
Bachelors of Science - Business management and Leadership