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Elaine Ross

Santa Maria,CA
Elaine Ross

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

Toys 'R' Us / Babies 'R' Us
Santa Maria, CA

Service Desk Analyst
10.2010 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • Answered user product/toy attribute and usage questions to promote satisfactory experience.
  • Discussed customer concerns regarding product usage, billing or online orders to promote improved user experience.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.
  • Created new baby Registries.
  • Set up advertisements and special events.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.

Blockbuster Video
Santa Maria, CA

Night Supervisor
05.2007 - 09.2009

Job overview

  • Customer service and new account creation.
  • Supervise team of employees and satisfy customer complaints.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests and fellow employees.
  • Maintained stock of products.
  • Enforced policies and procedures to increase efficiency.
  • Balance registers and dropped of nightly bank deposit.

Linens 'n Things
Santa Maria, CA

Cashier/Merchandiser
10.2005 - 11.2006

Job overview

  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Organized store merchandise by size, style, and color.
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, and discontinued items from displays.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.

Icing By Claire's (formerly Afterthoughts)
Santa Maria, CA

Assistant Manager
09.1999 - 03.2005

Job overview

  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by monitoring employee call-outs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
  • Generated weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports to highlight milestones.
  • Drop off daily bank deposits and closing duties.
  • Demonstrated and trained personnel to safely perform ear piercings.

Education

Ernest Righetti High School
Santa Maria, CA

High School Diploma
06.2002

University Overview

Skills

  • Supervisory Experience
  • Customer Service Training
  • Customer Communication and Empathy
  • Friendly and Patient
  • Service Desk Team Management
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Service Desk Analyst
Toys 'R' Us / Babies 'R' Us
10.2010 - 04.2014
Night Supervisor
Blockbuster Video
05.2007 - 09.2009
Cashier/Merchandiser
Linens 'n Things
10.2005 - 11.2006
Assistant Manager
Icing By Claire's (formerly Afterthoughts)
09.1999 - 03.2005
Ernest Righetti High School
High School Diploma
Elaine Ross