Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jurnee Pope

Gresham,OR

Summary

Passionate and knowledgeable pet retail professional with a strong background in animal nutrition and pet product merchandising. Seeking to transition into a sales role where I can combine my customer-focused approach, product expertise, and enthusiasm for animal wellness to drive results, and build lasting client relationships. I believe my experience in retail sales will help me secure sales, and maintain relationships with distributors and retailers alike.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Service Representative

Community Veterinary Hospital
Portland, US
02.2025 - Current

Greeted incoming customers, delivering prompt and knowledgeable support.

  • Scheduled and rescheduled appointments to optimize client accessibility.
  • Managed client emails and inquiries, ensuring timely responses.
  • Invoiced hospital procedures accurately and efficiently.
  • Verified client subsidy qualifications to facilitate service access.
  • Referred clients to specialty clinics based on specific needs.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction through surveys and feedback forms, identifying areas for improvement.

Store Operations Manager

Nature's Pet Market
Gresham, US
07.2022 - 01.2025
  • Processed special product orders for customers efficiently.
  • Maintained optimal stock levels to ensure product availability.
  • Updated product displays and signage in alignment with promotions and seasons.
  • Scheduled product demonstrations to enhance customer engagement.
  • Executed marketing strategies to promote products effectively.
  • Addressed customer complaints and resolved issues promptly.
  • Implemented and monitored store policies and procedures for compliance.

Pet Nutrition Consultant

Nature's Pet Market
Gresham, US
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Executed store opening and closing procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Utilized POS systems for accurate transactions and inventory management.
  • Managed money handling processes to maintain financial integrity.
  • Conducted merchandising to enhance product visibility and sales.
  • Consulted pet parents on optimal dietary choices, including raw and gently cooked options.
  • Personalized dietary recommendations based on individual nutritional needs of pets.
  • Scheduled and rescheduled grooming appointments to maximize client satisfaction.

Keyholder

Theresa's Country Feed and Pet
Woodvillage, US
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Executed store opening and closing procedures to ensure operational readiness.
  • Utilized POS system for efficient transaction processing.
  • Managed cash handling and financial reconciliation tasks.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone calls, enhancing service quality.
  • Provided care for small animals, invertebrates, and reptiles to maintain health standards.
  • Interacted with dogs and cats of various temperaments to ensure safety and comfort.

Sales Associate

Theresa's Country Feed and Pet
Woodvillage, US
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Executed opening and closing procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Conducted merchandising activities to optimize product visibility and sales.
  • Utilized POS systems for accurate transactions and inventory tracking.
  • Managed money handling processes to maintain financial integrity.
  • Advised pet parents on optimal diets, including raw, gently cooked, freeze-dried, kibble, treats, supplements, and CBD.

Animal Specialist

Oregon Zoo
Portland, US
05.2014 - 07.2017
  • Prepared personalized diets and medications for program animals.
  • Trained and groomed program animals to enhance their readiness.
  • Managed animal husbandry tasks for enclosures and off-display facilities.

ZooTeen

Oregon Zoo
Portland, US
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Engaged with public to promote education and awareness of animal conservation.
  • Handled small to medium mammals, birds, reptiles, and invertebrates for educational purposes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gresham High School
Gresham, OR
05-2017

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Computer proficiency
  • Animal husbandry
  • Inventory management
  • Sales and upselling
  • Product knowledge
  • Retail operations
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Ten-key proficiency
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Invoicing accuracy
  • Sales strategies
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Order fulfillment

Certification

  • Pet Nutrition Specialist - Earthwise Pet Training Program
  • Pet Dietitian in training - Earthwise Pet Training Program

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Client Service Representative

Community Veterinary Hospital
02.2025 - Current

Store Operations Manager

Nature's Pet Market
07.2022 - 01.2025

Pet Nutrition Consultant

Nature's Pet Market
05.2022 - 07.2022

Keyholder

Theresa's Country Feed and Pet
04.2021 - 10.2021

Sales Associate

Theresa's Country Feed and Pet
07.2020 - 04.2021

Animal Specialist

Oregon Zoo
05.2014 - 07.2017

ZooTeen

Oregon Zoo
05.2013 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Gresham High School