James Collison Jr.
Waukee,IA
Summary
Reliable team member with strong communication skills ande ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Associate
The Tile Shop
Urbandale, IA
06.2022 - Current
- Optimized website performance through strategic design approaches, resulting in improved user engagement and conversion rates.
- Led a team of junior designers, providing mentorship and guidance to foster professional growth and skill development.
- Guaranteed designs adhere to company brand standards and guidelines.
- Researched new design technology and tools to bolster professional skillset and drive quality deliverables.
Branch Manager
The Tile Shop
Urbandale, IA
02.2014 - 06.2022
- Enhanced staff competency with regular training sessions, boosting productivity levels across the branch operations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Optimized branch inventory management practices for improved product availability and reduced stock obsolescence costs.
Assistant Manager
Midwest Tile And Marble
Urbandale, IA
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
Branch Manager
The Tile Shop
Urbandale, IA
10.2007 - 09.2013
- Enhanced staff competency with regular training sessions, boosting productivity levels across the branch operations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Optimized branch inventory management practices for improved product availability and reduced stock obsolescence costs.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Launched new training program to boost employee skills and staff retention rate.
Assistant Manager
The Tile Shop
Urbandale, IA
01.2005 - 09.2007
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Sales Associate
The Tile Shop
Urbandale, IA
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Conducted regular competitor analysis to stay informed about market trends, adjusting pricing strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure Services
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2002
Skills
- Motion graphics
- Print design
- Design thinking
- Digital illustration
- Visual Communication
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Responsive design
- Interaction design
- Concept Development
- Project Management
- Material Selection
Timeline
Senior Design Associate
The Tile Shop
06.2022 - Current
Branch Manager
The Tile Shop
02.2014 - 06.2022
Assistant Manager
Midwest Tile And Marble
11.2013 - 01.2014
Branch Manager
The Tile Shop
10.2007 - 09.2013
Assistant Manager
The Tile Shop
01.2005 - 09.2007
Sales Associate
The Tile Shop
01.2004 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure Services
University of Northern Iowa