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Justin Penn

Hiram,GA

Summary

Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Hardlines Team Lead

Academy Sport+Outdoors
Hiram, GA
07.2021 - Current
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Process firearm sales in compliance with federal and state law, including properly completing ATF Form 4473 and conducting background checks.
  • Actively participates in floor walks with Store Manager, Store Director, District Manager and Regional Vice President.
  • Assists manager with daily planning of operational tasks assigned to store.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.

Unit Supply Specialist

United States Army
Fort Carson, CO
04.2016 - 05.2020
  • Created FOI’s (Found on Installation) in amount of $48,000 to ensure that all army property was accounted for.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
  • Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Inspected completed work for accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
  • Provided technical guidance to lower grade personnel.

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Advanced sales cycle plans by maximizing placement of promotions, point of sale materials and product visibility.
  • Planned and coordinated product availability for advertising and promotion purposes.
  • Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create purchase and inventory plan.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
12.2014

Skills

  • Merchandising and Display
  • Energy and Physical Stamina
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sales and Promotions
  • Team Leadership
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Building Customer Relationships and Loyalty
  • Engaging with Diverse Customers

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Good Conduct Medal for exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity in active Federal Military Service.
  • Awarded Army Achievement Medal for: Competence and attention to detail that helped the Commander successfully complete the Change of Command inventories resulting in zero Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss ; Created FOI’s ( Found on Installation) in the amount of $48,000 to ensure that all army property was accounted for; Part of the Advanced Echelon when the 588th Brigade Engineer Battalion deployed to Poland; Dedication and diligence helped the 588th Brigade Engineer Battalion in moving their equipment from one country to another safely.



Timeline

Hardlines Team Lead

Academy Sport+Outdoors
07.2021 - Current

Unit Supply Specialist

United States Army
04.2016 - 05.2020

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
01.2015 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Southern Mississippi
Justin Penn