Summary
Education
Certification
Work History
Skills
Timeline
Overview
Receptionist

Jessica "Grace" Spear

Noblesville,IN

Summary

I am a driven and knowledgeable student talented at learning quickly and adding value to any team. I have a strong history of successful projects using leadership, communication and teamwork to complete tasks. I have obtained superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. I strive to bring a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. I have had experience in multiple different professional fields ranging from animal handling and care to customer satisfaction with sales and service projects.


Education

Cosmetology

Aveda Fredric's Institute
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Sociology & Art

Hope College
Holland, MI

High School Diploma -

Indiana Connections Academy
Indianapolis, IN
05.2021

Certification

  • Level 1 Makeup Artist, MUD

Work History

Sales Associate

Sea Bags
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.

Delivery Coordinator and Customer Satisfaction

McGavic Outdoor Power Equipment Inc
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Set up delivery schedules, monitored progress and informed customers of delays or changes.
  • Coordinated, distributed and filed paperwork for each delivery.
  • Engaged with customers regarding delivery and merchandise requests.
  • Used organizational skills and abilities with equipment to prepare the equipment for delivery.
  • Created delivery routes based on destinations and timelines to maintain efficiency.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
  • Bridged the gap in communication between all departments and the customers for optimal communication and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained detailed records of all shipments, utilizing advanced database software systems for accurate reporting purposes.
  • Inspected merchandise for damage and accuracy against order documents.

Supervisor

Hope College DOW
05.2022 - 10.2022


  • Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions.
  • Conducted employee observations and documented findings.
  • Implemented clear goals for each employee and tracked his or her progress carefully, providing support and assistance whenever it was needed.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Maintained safe work and collaboration spaces for employees.
  • Led university student staff members, monitored building access, coordinated emergency response and assisted students, staff, and the general public.
  • Utilized well-honed decision-making skills to quickly and effectively find solutions to customer issues.
  • Encouraged employees to voice concerns and share opinions without fear of reprisal, promoting positive and conducive working environment.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Sales Associate

Muddy Boots Gardens
05.2021 - 06.2022


  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.

Assistant

Creekside Quarter Horses
07.2021 - 08.2021

Skills

  • Marketing
  • Communication skills
  • Problem management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Schedule coordination
  • Route planning
  • Organizational skills
  • Supervision & leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Childcare
  • Photography
  • Animal handling
  • Barista experience
  • Greenhouse experience
  • Equipment Inspection

Timeline

Cosmetology

Aveda Fredric's Institute
10.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Sea Bags
04.2023 - 09.2023

Delivery Coordinator and Customer Satisfaction

McGavic Outdoor Power Equipment Inc
10.2022 - 03.2023

Supervisor

Hope College DOW
05.2022 - 10.2022

Assistant

Creekside Quarter Horses
07.2021 - 08.2021

Sales Associate

Muddy Boots Gardens
05.2021 - 06.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Sociology & Art

Hope College

High School Diploma -

Indiana Connections Academy

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Jessica "Grace" Spear