Jennifer Martinez
Houston
Summary
Energetic and dedicated, bringing strong organizational and team-building skills to foster collaboration and drive success. Possesses in-depth understanding of process optimization and project management, coupled with proficiency in conflict resolution and strategic planning. Aims to enhance team performance and deliver impactful results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead and Trainer
Smoothie King, Webster
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Led team to enhance daily operational efficiency through effective task delegation and communication.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of objectives.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced downtime.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment by facilitating team meetings to discuss challenges and solutions.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies for uninterrupted operations.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
- Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decision making.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Sales Associate
Victra Verizon Wireless
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization.
- Executed daily sales transactions efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets and promote new products.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems to process payments and manage customer accounts effectively.
- Provided exceptional service by addressing customer inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Educated customers on device features, plans, and promotions to drive sales engagement.
- Contributed to store visual merchandising efforts, optimizing product displays for maximum visibility.
- 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.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Team Leader
Crumbl Cookies
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Led team in executing daily operational tasks, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and managed supply orders to minimize downtime.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate issue resolution, leading dedicated customer service team.
- Facilitated culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and innovative solutions from all team members.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively solving any issues that may arise.
Retail Reset Merchandiser
Sephora USA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Executed store layout changes according to planograms to optimize product placement.
- Coordinated installation of promotional displays, ensuring compliance with brand standards.
- Conducted inventory audits to maintain stock accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Trained new team members on merchandising guidelines and operational procedures.
- Implemented visual merchandising enhancements that increased customer engagement in-store.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Maintained inventory accuracy, conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Improved store appearance by executing merchandise resets and planogram updates according to client guidelines.
- Reduced out-of-stock occurrences by closely monitoring inventory levels and reporting any discrepancies or concerns promptly.
- Supported new team members in their training process, serving as a resource for guidance and best practices.
- Maximized sales potential with strategic product placement based on customer preferences and market trends.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Used props and lighting to enhance appearance and visibility of displays.
- Monitored store traffic and customer engagement to determine display effectiveness.
- Incorporated new design techniques to create innovative and eye-catching displays.
- Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Deer Park High School
Deer Park, TXSkills
- Stock replenishment
- Product rotation
- Guest assistance
- Planogram execution
- Department reset
- Planogram implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Interior and exterior displays
- Organization and prioritization
- Adaptability
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Team Lead and Trainer
Smoothie King, Webster
05.2024 - 03.2025
Sales Associate
Victra Verizon Wireless
11.2023 - 05.2024
Team Leader
Crumbl Cookies
09.2022 - 10.2023
Retail Reset Merchandiser
Sephora USA
09.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Deer Park High School