John Jackson
Dillon,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have owned my own business since the 10th grade. I currently have 7 businesses, Florist, Carwash, Landscape Design Company, and 4 Commercial Rentals. All of these are located in Dillon. I have was also elected as Mayor of the City of Dillon in 2019, the youngest in South Carolinas History. I strive to make my home town a better place in everything that I do.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Floral Designer
JCJ Propeties LLC
Dillon, SC
08.2011 - Current
- Coordinated delivery schedules with local courier services for timely delivery of floral arrangements.
- Ensured that all products were properly priced before being displayed in the shop.
- Conducted regular quality checks on incoming shipments of fresh flowers.
- Developed promotional displays to attract new customers.
- Created custom bouquets using a variety of fresh flowers and foliage.
- Collaborated with event planners to create custom-made centerpieces and decorations according to client specifications.
- Trained new employees on proper handling techniques for fresh flowers.
- Provided guidance on care and maintenance of freshly cut flowers.
- Advised customers on color combinations, flower types, and other design elements for their order.
- Created unique designs for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, funerals.
- Communicated effectively with suppliers to obtain discounts or better pricing on materials.
- Handled complaints from unsatisfied customers promptly and professionally.
- Participated in industry trade shows to showcase products and services.
- Inspected each finished arrangement prior to packaging and delivery.
- Ordered supplies from wholesalers to maintain adequate stock levels in the store.
- Assisted customers with floral selection, design and arrangements.
- Prepared weekly reports regarding sales figures and product trends.
- Organized flower inventory to ensure availability for customer orders.
- Updated social media accounts regularly with images of latest creations.
- Maintained proper storage conditions for all flowers in the shop.
- Monitored competitor activities to stay ahead of the market trends.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with customers to determine type of arrangement desired, occasion and date, time and location for each arrangement needed.
- Prepared and processed floral orders to customer specifications via phone or resulting from in-store consultations.
- Participated in client consultations to discuss floral designs for special occasions, christenings, weddings and funerals.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by recommending flower pairings and greenery options for floral arrangements.
- Ordered and maintained floral inventory and supplies to meet customer demand and offer seasonal varieties.
- Cut, arranged and produced flower bouquets and potted perennial plants according to customer specifications.
- Utilized expert communication skills to collaborate with customers and design bouquets, corsages and other floral pieces to meet requirements.
- Set up colorful and inspiring store displays and arrangements.
- Created tabletop and various other custom arrangements or pieces.
- Pruned flora and fauna to fit perfectly into bouquets and arrangements.
- Maintained portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities.
Education
Biology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Floral arrangement
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Event coordination
- Visual merchandising
- Supplier negotiation
- Employee training
- Sales reporting
- Market analysis
- Sales and marketing
- Event planning expertise
- Order placement
- Retail operations
- Financial analysis
- Budget management
- Debt management
- Tax compliance
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Italian
Limited
Accomplishments
- Youngest Mayor in South Carolinas History
- Class President
- FFA President
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Floral Designer
JCJ Propeties LLC
08.2011 - Current
Biology
University of South Carolina
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