Jacqueline Bodnel
JACKSONVILLE,FL
Summary
"Entrepreneurial Retail Store Owner with 2+ years of experience building and scaling a high-traffic storefront from the ground up. Proven ability to drive revenue growth, optimize visual merchandising, and negotiate supplier contracts to maximize profit margins.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Founder
Party Time!
Sierra Vista, AZ
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Managed inventory and supply chain processes, ensuring timely delivery of products for events.
- Trained and supervised staff in event coordination and customer service best practices.
- Managed 20 or more incoming calls, email, and faxes per day from customers and vendors.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure competitive pricing and enhance service offerings for clients.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
Retail Sales Associate
Dilliards Dept Store
Sierra Vista, AZ
02.2013 - 09.2015
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards by arranging displays to attract customer attention.
- Trained new team members on sales techniques and store policies to promote effective service delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
Human Resources Assistant
Black and Decker
Fayetteville, NC
03.1994 - 01.2003
- Coordinated employee onboarding processes, ensuring smooth integration and adherence to company policies
- Supported recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates effectively.
- Facilitated training sessions on HR procedures, enhancing team knowledge and compliance.
- Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
South University Savannah
GA12.2005
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Attention to detail
- Goal-oriented
- Issue resolution
- Operations management
- Team leadership
Timeline
Business Founder
Party Time!
07.2018 - 12.2021
Retail Sales Associate
Dilliards Dept Store
02.2013 - 09.2015
Human Resources Assistant
Black and Decker
03.1994 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Wayland Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
South University Savannah