Jared Forrest
Little River,SC
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in freight processing and sales, honed at Big Lots and other reputable retailers. Excelled in enhancing workflow efficiency and safety, leveraging skills in freight management and team collaboration. Proven track record in improving productivity and fostering positive client relationships through effective problem-solving and interpersonal communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Processing Lead
Big Lots
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted with the development of company-wide freight policies and procedures, helping create a more organized and efficient workplace for all employees involved in the transportation process.
- Resolved shipment issues promptly, minimizing delays and maintaining positive client relationships.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations, resulting in improved overall productivity.
- Conducted regular safety training sessions for staff members, promoting a safe work environment and reducing workplace incidents.
- Contributed ideas during team meetings that led to improvements in overall workflow efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Mentored junior team members, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
Sales Associate
Food Lion
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sales Associate
Kroger
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
North Myrtle Beach, SC06.2021
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Order tracking
- Transportation scheduling
- Freight management
- Load planning
- Package handling
- Warehouse safety
- Pallet jack safety
- Loading and unloading
- Package labeling
- Heavy lifting
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet jack operation
- Freight processing
- Shipment inspection
Timeline
Freight Processing Lead
Big Lots
02.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Food Lion
10.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2022 - 10.2022
Sales Associate
Kroger
06.2021 - 01.2022
Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
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