Jon Pederson
Cornelius
Summary
Driven professional with extensive experience in the paint retail and supply chain sectors, notably with Husky Paint. Excelled in color matching proficiency and fostering team agility, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Demonstrated a goal-oriented mindset and adeptness in surface preparation knowledge, contributing to the development of future organizational leaders. Service-oriented Paint Sales Associate offering 40-year background assisting customers with paint selections and mixing colors to match paint specifications. Friendly and courteous individual with in-depth knowledge of paint mixing machine and POS system operations. Comfortable standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 65 pounds.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Sales Associate
Husky Paint
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Mixed paint colors to create custom blends, using paint mixing machine and spatulas.
- Maintained stock shelves by fronting, facing and straightening products throughout shift.
- Shared personal recommendations and product knowledge with customers to help determine correct product for customer DIY projects.
- Operated POS system to total purchases and receive and process cash, credit and debit card payments.
Sales/Receiving Associate
New River Building Supply
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Maximized workspace functionality by efficiently utilizing available equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts during the receiving process.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area for optimized workflow and reduced clutter or obstructions.
- Boosted overall warehouse productivity by collaborating with team members on various tasks such as unloading trucks, sorting products, and updating inventory systems.
Manager/Outside Sales Representative
Scott/Florida Paint
01.1986 - 12.2019
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Manager
Mautz Paint Co.
02.1980 - 01.1986
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MNHigh School Diploma -
Hastings High School
Hastings, MI05.1978
Skills
- Surface Preparation Knowledge
- Paint Application Techniques
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Safety Protocols Adherence
- Brand Awareness
- Product Knowledge Expertise
- Color Matching Proficiency
- Order Processing Efficiency
- Store maintenance abilities
- Supply chain familiarity
Timeline
Paint Sales Associate
Husky Paint
07.2021 - 07.2024
Sales/Receiving Associate
New River Building Supply
05.2020 - 08.2021
Manager/Outside Sales Representative
Scott/Florida Paint
01.1986 - 12.2019
Manager
Mautz Paint Co.
02.1980 - 01.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Business
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
High School Diploma -
Hastings High School