Jennifer Redding
Winnsboro,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Haven's Cafe, adept in customer service and team leadership. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and employee productivity, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and communication skills. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and service delivery without compromising quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Manager, Sales
Scott's Pharmacy
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
- Participated in trade shows and industry events to stay current on market trends, develop new supplier relationships, and gain insight into emerging technologies in the field of procurement.
- Developed long-term relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality standards and secure competitive pricing.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Manager
Haven's Cafe
05.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Owner/Director
Winnsboro Tot Spot
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Teacher
Winnsboro Christian Preschool
08.2014 - 10.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Executive Assistant
R Cinco Ranch
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
- Collaborated on special projects to improve overall business operations within the organization efficiently.
Education
Elementary Education
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Staff management
- Shift scheduling
- Schedule preparation
- Problem resolution
- Positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Buyer Manager, Sales
Scott's Pharmacy
12.2023 - Current
Manager
Haven's Cafe
05.2021 - 10.2023
Owner/Director
Winnsboro Tot Spot
11.2019 - 10.2022
Teacher
Winnsboro Christian Preschool
08.2014 - 10.2018
Executive Assistant
R Cinco Ranch
06.2014 - 08.2016
Elementary Education
Tyler Junior College