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Joseph D Wood

Springfield,MO

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Assistant Manager

FYE
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed and managed employee schedules, balancing individual requests and requirements with business needs.
  • Directed promotion and brand loyalty efforts to build direct relationships with customers.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Compiled financial data to comply with budget.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Managed phone and fax lines approximating 30+ per shift (8 Hours)

Softlines Manager

Sears Roebuck
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Formulated pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities and determining additional needed sales promotions.
  • Designed floor plans to maximize merchandising strategies by refreshing signage, organizing displays, and keeping premises de-cluttered.
  • Conducted, evaluated and created cycle counts to verify accurate inventory.
  • Assisted customers in selecting various products by explaining features and benefits, discussing price points and asking open-ended questions.

Field Member

National Park Service, Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa
02.2017 - 12.2017
  • Wildland Fire Suppression, Pesticide Application, Invasive Plant Species Management, Search and Rescue, Natural Resource Management
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Supervisor: Ryan Kooiker Supervisor Work Number: 1-(417)-450-5441Lincoln Way

Us Assistant Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager

Toys "R" Us & Babies "R" Us
08.2016 - 02.2017
  • I oversaw writing the schedule for the store, kept track of the safe and register counts, as well as inventory for back of house organization
  • Fixed errors for time punches
  • Supervisor: Vanessa Morgan Supervisor Work Number: 1-(417)-781-8697 Stanley Tanger Boulevard, Tanger Outlets Branson, Branson MO
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fire Science

Ozark Technical Community College
Springfield, MO
05-2026

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Health and safety
  • Operations Management
  • POS Systems
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

I have my S-130, S-190, S-230 certification administered by the Buffalo Fire Management Team. Certified in CPR and use of the AED by the Red Cross. Pesticide Applicator's License, Obtained March 2017

Timeline

Senior Assistant Manager

FYE
03.2024 - 08.2024

Softlines Manager

Sears Roebuck
07.2017 - 09.2018

Field Member

National Park Service, Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa
02.2017 - 12.2017

Us Assistant Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager

Toys "R" Us & Babies "R" Us
08.2016 - 02.2017

Bachelor of Science - Fire Science

Ozark Technical Community College
Joseph D Wood