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John David Bodner

Charleston

Summary

Travel management professional prepared for this role. Expertise in coordinating travel logistics, optimizing travel budgets, and ensuring compliance with travel policies. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in vendor negotiation, itinerary planning, and customer service.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Manager

National Travel
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed budgets and monitored expenses to ensure financial objectives were met consistently across all bookings.
  • Negotiated competitive rates with vendors to provide cost-effective travel options for clients.
  • Coordinated complex multi-city itineraries that catered to individual preferences while maximizing group cohesion.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide seamless support throughout the entire itinerary planning process.
  • Resolved unforeseen issues during trips swiftly, minimizing disruption and maintaining client satisfaction levels high.

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life Insurance
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Analyzed clients'' financial goals and objectives to recommend appropriate life insurance products that aligned with their needs, maximizing policyholder satisfaction.
  • Enhanced client understanding of complex life insurance products through clear communication and educational materials, fostering trust and loyalty.
  • Generated new business leads using targeted prospecting techniques such as cold calling, email campaigns, social media outreach, and attending industry conferences or seminars.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and product offerings, allowing for effective adaptation to changing market conditions.
  • Streamlined the application process for clients, resulting in faster policy approval times and higher customer satisfaction.

Inventory Manager

Chick-fil-A
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
  • Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
  • Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
  • Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to optimize procurement strategies, ensuring appropriate stock levels at all times.

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Walmart
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
  • Assisted with special projects or displays as needed, ensuring timely completion and alignment with store goals.
  • Conducted regular checks on expiration dates of perishable items, removing expired products from shelves in compliance with health regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale restocking projects within tight deadlines.
  • Utilized store equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, in a safe and efficient manner to transport merchandise from the backroom to sales floor.

Education

Biology

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05-2020

Skills

  • Global awareness
  • Itinerary development
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Excellent communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Travel Manager

National Travel
09.2023 - Current

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life Insurance
07.2023 - 08.2023

Inventory Manager

Chick-fil-A
04.2023 - 07.2023

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Walmart
07.2022 - 04.2023

Biology

West Virginia University