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Julie Strutz

Appleton,WI

Summary

Dynamic professional with retail experience at J Jill, excelling in customer relations and floor management. Proven ability to enhance customer experiences through product knowledge and strategic merchandising. As a Certified Hand Therapist, I effectively collaborated with teams to promote patient independence, demonstrating strong decision-making and teamwork skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Manager

J Jill
06.2023 - Current
  • Made personal recommendations for customers by sharing product knowledge and demonstrating product.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures [3-4] times weekly by balancing cash drawers and reconciling credit card transactions.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired products quickly and provided knowledgeable advice on selections when needed.
  • Maintained an aesthetically pleasing store layout through strategic merchandise placement and visual displays, driving customer interest in products.
  • Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

Occupational Therapist /Certified Hand Therapist

Hand to Shoulder Center of Wisconsin
04.2001 - 05.2023
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
  • Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
  • Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwauke, WI
05-1996

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Customer service delivery
  • Floor management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Decision-making
  • Professional and courteous

Timeline

Floor Manager

J Jill
06.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapist /Certified Hand Therapist

Hand to Shoulder Center of Wisconsin
04.2001 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Julie Strutz