Industrious inventory management and planning professional offering 30-year retail background. Knowledgeable about merchandise layouts, sales promotions and customer service. Meticulous attention to detail with creative but disciplined approach to displays.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Merchandiser
SAS Services
04.2023 - 11.2023
Utilized visual merchandising techniques to effectively showcase products in retail stores.
Managed inventory levels and product rotation to maximize sales and minimize out-of-stock items.
Enhanced store sales through effective product placement and targeted promotions.
Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Retail Lead
Tailwinds BMI
08.2021 - 05.2022
Trained and oriented associates to maximize team performance.
Promoted business' development by building and maintaining relationships with new clients.
Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
Engaged associates in daily operations through open communication and upbeat team meetings.
Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
Coordinated merchandising displays, signage and sales enablement.
Entered and priced inventory to assist with efficient restocking.
Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
Achieved record-breaking sales performance through exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and effective staff management.
Followed HACCP safety guidelines for correctly receiving and distributing foods.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Assembly Line Worker
Hearthside Foods
04.2021 - 07.2021
Contributed to improved workplace safety by consistently following proper operating procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment.
Reduced product defects by maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to strict quality control standards.
Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
Operated various machines used in production processes.
Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
Claims Associate
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance
08.2012 - 04.2020
Ensured compliance with state regulations governing injury claims handling by staying informed of current laws and applying knowledge accordingly.
Developed strong relationships with clients by empathetically addressing concerns and providing clear explanations of case progressions.
Facilitated effective collaboration within cross-functional teams by sharing relevant information and participating in regular meetings regarding claim statuses.
Checked documentation for accuracy and validity on updated systems.
Determined appropriateness of payers to protect organization and minimize risk.
Managed high-volume caseloads while maintaining excellent attention to detail and prioritizing tasks effectively.
Followed industry best practices for handling sensitive information, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the entire claims process.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing injury claims and providing timely resolutions.
Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
Clerical Assistant, Campus Dining
Illinois State University
11.2007 - 08.2012
Typed and printed daily menus and recipes
Managed inventory and ordered supplies as needed, reducing costs through diligent monitoring of available resources.
Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
Composed sensitive, confidential reports and documentation.
Organized events and meetings to maximize capacity and keep event venues running smoothly.
Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
Ensured accuracy in data entry tasks, resulting in improved record-keeping and reduced errors.
Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Recorded meeting minutes to provide historical account of actions, measure progress against strategic plan and drive accountability.
Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
Edited documents to keep company materials free of grammar errors.
Purchased and maintained office supplies.
Monitored office calendars to plan meetings, activities, and travel to maximize productivity.
Inpatient Coder
Unity Point Methodist Medical Center
07.2006 - 10.2007
Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
Demonstrated expertise in various code sets including CPT, HCPCS Level II, ICD-10-CM/PCS codes while maintaining certification as an Inpatient Coder.
Maximized reimbursement rates by expertly navigating complex payer requirements and accurately selecting the appropriate codes for each patient encounter.
Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines through continuous education on updates to ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and Coding Clinic guidance.
Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
Education
Master of Science - Paralegal Studies
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA
03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management