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Work History
Education
Skills
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Gaylen Hobbs

Gaylen Hobbs

Summary

I am a dynamic and versatile professional with a results-driven approach. I am dedicated to making significant contributions and enhancing my professional abilities. Recognized for my adaptability, robust problem-solving capabilities, and creativity, I possess hands-on experience and a knack for merging strategic thinking with analytical communication skills to introduce innovative solutions to organizational objectives and a proactive stance on new tasks.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Palmetto Outpost LLC

Keyholder/ Retail Sales Associate
08.2023 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Facilitated smooth store operations during manager absence, Streamlined opening and closing
    procedures as integral member of store staff.
    • Assisted visual merchandising efforts by updating window displays and styling mannequins, creating
    appealing merchandise displays and product placements.
    • Preserved outlook of store by dusting, cleaning and restocking merchandise.
    • Professionally provided expert advice on sizing, fit, materials, and care instructions for various apparel
    items.

Tropical Smoothie Café

Food Service Associate
11.2021 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Achieved consistent compliance with health department regulations through diligent adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Prepared food according to standard recipes, accommodating customer requests to enhance repeat business.
  • Cut, sliced, and ground meat, poultry, and seafood for cooking.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients, performing other preliminary tasks as needed.

Birds Automotive Auto Repair LLC

Service Writer/Front Office Manager
03.2021 - 02.2022

Job overview

  • I employed the Mitchell database system for customer data entry, service record creation, efficient parts ordering, and cost estimation generation.
  • By upselling additional services, I enhanced profit margins. I also specialized in recommending and sourcing obsolete parts tailored to customer requirements.
  • Through assertive negotiations with suppliers, I achieved reduced operational costs, guaranteed timely deliveries, and upheld quality standards.
  • Additionally, I optimized resource use and addressed inventory discrepancies by diligently tracking the stock levels of parts and supplies critical for repair and maintenance operations.

Bed Bath & Beyond

Retail Warehouse Shipping and Receiver
12.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Perfected receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
  • Managed high volumes of inbound shipments, verifying accuracy and promptly addressing any discrepancies.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers..
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Managed return process for defective or unwanted products, ensuring proper documentation and stock adjustments.

Circle K Convenience Store

Overnight Cashier
01.2017 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a positive shopping experience for customers.
  • Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately while adhering to company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted management with ad hoc projects such as inventory audits or seasonal merchandising changes as required.
  • Sought out opportunities to improve store appearance and operations in between assigned overnight work.
  • Pushed out large amounts of new stock during slower overnight hours.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.

Bed Bath & Beyond

Inventory Control Specialist
09.2014 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.
  • contributed to to a knowledgeable workforce capable of maintaining high standards of accuracy.
  • Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.

Education

West Florence High School
Florence, SC

Diploma

Skills

Customer Service skills,Active Listening,De-Escalation Techniques,Professional telephone demeanor

Excellent CommunicationTeamwork and Collaboration

Problem-solving abilities,Prioritization

Critical Thinking

Basic Mathematics,Reading Comprehension

Cash Handling and Reconciliation,POS system expert

Record keeping strengths, Daily Reporting,Cycle Counts and Audits,Microsoft Office,Microsoft PowerPoint,Microsoft Outlook

Alarm systems,Bank Deposits

Product Assessments,Inventory Oversight,Resource Planning,

Product orderingSorting and Categorizing

Organization

Merchandise Promotion and Display, strategic selling

Process Optimization,Sales floor organization

Warehousing functions,Shipping and Receiving Packages

Key holder experience,Staff Oversight,Task Delegation

Timeline

Keyholder/ Retail Sales Associate

Palmetto Outpost LLC
08.2023 - 09.2024

Food Service Associate

Tropical Smoothie Café
11.2021 - 03.2023

Service Writer/Front Office Manager

Birds Automotive Auto Repair LLC
03.2021 - 02.2022

Retail Warehouse Shipping and Receiver

Bed Bath & Beyond
12.2020 - 05.2021

Overnight Cashier

Circle K Convenience Store
01.2017 - 09.2019

Inventory Control Specialist

Bed Bath & Beyond
09.2014 - 07.2016

West Florence High School

Diploma
Gaylen Hobbs