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Ericia Loving

Gainesville,Ga

Summary

At Taco Bell, I spearheaded initiatives that surged customer satisfaction scores by overhauling service protocols, leveraging my expertise in operations management and team leadership. My strategic planning and cross-functional teamwork led to innovative solutions, significantly enhancing productivity and brand recognition. I excel in fostering employee development and driving business growth through effective negotiation and problem-solving.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Taco Bell
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies that effectively communicated brand values, increasing brand recognition.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement techniques.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
  • Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
  • Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, significantly reducing time to market for new product launches.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management plan, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
  • Spearheaded transition to remote work during global health crisis, ensuring business continuity and employee safety.
  • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and adjusted product offerings accordingly, increasing customer satisfaction.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
  • Implemented customer feedback mechanisms to gather insights, using this information to guide strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Increased market share with strategic business development efforts, expanding into untapped markets.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Education

West Hall High School
Flower Branch, Georgia
2009

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Performance Management
  • Staff Development
  • Sales Techniques
  • Policy Implementation
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Sales management
  • Workforce Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Business Administration
  • Marketing
  • Negotiation
  • Product Management
  • Budget Control
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Financial Management
  • Expectation setting
  • Expense Tracking
  • Contract Management
  • Brand Management
  • Lead Generation
  • Salesforce Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Decision-Making
  • Computer Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Positive Attitude
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Hiring and Training
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Training and Development
  • Task Delegation
  • Staff Training
  • Employee Coaching and Mentoring
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Goal Setting
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Relationship Building
  • MS Office
  • Good Judgment
  • Process Improvement
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • Schedule Management
  • Employee Development
  • Project Planning
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Self Motivation
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Adaptability
  • Reliability
  • Performance reviewing
  • Idea Development and Brainstorming
  • Team building
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Budget Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Business Analysis and Reporting
  • Task Prioritization
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Cost Control
  • Schedule oversight
  • Emergency Response
  • Human Resources Management
  • Professionalism
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Team Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Budget Administration
  • Interpersonal Skills

Certification

Serve safe food safety

Timeline

Manager

Taco Bell
01.2023 - 06.2024

West Hall High School
Ericia Loving