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Education
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ELON TAYLOR

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freight Flow Lead

DICK SPORTING GOODS
08.2023 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Team Leader

TARGET
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Managed a team of 20-30 people who were responsible for replenishment, store fulfillment, store recovery, unloading vendor food trucks and driving sales.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Stayed calm, collected and logical during stressful moments to identify and implement optimal solutions.
  • Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Night Shift Closer (PIC)

ALBERTSONS
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Responsibilities were replenishment, store recovery, truck delivery, inventory audits and adjustments, and overseeing a small group of 3-5 people in each department.
  • Served as first contact in escalation path to resolve questions between team members, customers and third-party vendors.
  • Secured safety of business and employees at closing time by locking doors, reducing lighting and checking surrounding areas for suspicious activity.
  • Encouraged atmosphere of teamwork by supporting staff and fostering cooperation and trust through fairness and consistency.

Line Cook

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (KFC)
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Pierce College
Puyallup, WA
11.2023

High School Diploma -

Clover Park High School
Lakewood, WA
06.2021

Skills

  • Shipment Inspection
  • Freight Processing
  • Rigging
  • Hand Saw Safety
  • Operations Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Development
  • Team Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Priority fill of the month by having the highest percentage of store replenishment in the district.
  • Achieved BRLA of the quarter by having the most accurate backroom in the district.
  • Achieved Team Lead of the month.
  • Kfc Employee of the month.
  • Safeway employee of the month.


References

Motisola McKinnon, 910-527-9167, Personal Robert McAfee, 253-651-6501, Professional

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer at Food Bank (unloading trucks, restocking, server)
  • Volunteer at Good Hope COGIC (Piano Player, Usher, Events)

Timeline

Freight Flow Lead

DICK SPORTING GOODS
08.2023 - Current

Team Leader

TARGET
08.2022 - 08.2023

Night Shift Closer (PIC)

ALBERTSONS
07.2021 - 08.2022

Line Cook

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (KFC)
03.2021 - 07.2021

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Pierce College

High School Diploma -

Clover Park High School

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