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Judy Folkers

Plainfield,IL

Summary

Dependable individual with exceptional people skills. Real team player committed to high levels of job performance. Positively interacts with customers and employees alike in a working environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Produce Associate

Walmart
Plainfield, IL
07.2021 - Current
  • Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Supported promotional plans by updating signage with price changes.
  • Completed regular cycle counts and inventory audits.
  • Operated balers, power jacks and slicing machines.

Regional Trainer/Store Manager

Motherhood Maternity
Aurora, IL
08.2014 - 06.2020
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
  • Interviewed and hired strong candidates for team openings, using newspapers, job boards and social media to find applicants.
  • Eased team transitions and new employee orientation through effective training and development.
  • Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
  • Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as key advocate for various personnel issues.
  • Optimized training curriculum with team exercises, group discussions and lectures

Store Manager/Meat Market Manager

The Children's Place
West Dundee, IL
01.2008 - 07.2014
  • Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.

Education

No Degree - Counseling Psychology

Central Christian College of The Bible
Moberly, MO

Skills

  • Understanding Sales and Promotions
  • Lead a Successful Team
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Effectively Reach Goal
  • Reach and Retain Metrics
  • Understand Inventory Results

Timeline

Produce Associate

Walmart
07.2021 - Current

Regional Trainer/Store Manager

Motherhood Maternity
08.2014 - 06.2020

Store Manager/Meat Market Manager

The Children's Place
01.2008 - 07.2014

No Degree - Counseling Psychology

Central Christian College of The Bible
Judy Folkers