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Kathy Collins

Sun City,AZ

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Target, adept in inventory management and merchandise presentation. Excelled in fostering positive relationships and enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Skilled in conflict resolution and compassionate care, demonstrating dependable teamwork and collaboration. Achieved significant operational efficiencies, contributing to improved store profitability and patient quality of life.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Merchandiser

Target
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers requests, store inventory, transactions, new purchase orders, and pricing needs.
  • Prevented loss of inventory by conducting thorough checks for theft or damaged goods on a regular basis.
  • Contributed to successful marketing campaigns by collaborating with the visual merchandising team on creating eye-catching window displays that drove foot traffic into the store.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product knowledge.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at [Number] locations by following established planograms.
  • Folded and arranged merchandise in attractive displays to drive sales.
  • Maximized store profitability by effectively managing markdowns and clearance items.
  • Provided valuable feedback to management regarding customer preferences and trends, leading to improved product offerings.

Caregiver

Honor Health
11.2020 - 12.2023
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Arizona State Prison

Phx West State Prison
04.2000 - 09.2020
  • Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to address emerging challenges within the correctional system, contributing to overall institutional improvements.
  • Fostered positive relationships with inmates by demonstrating empathy and understanding, promoting a more cooperative environment among the prison population.
  • Provided support to fellow officers in crisis situations, leading to successful conflict resolution and improved teamwork.
  • Maintained order during meal times, recreation periods, and other daily activities to ensure a stable environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Apollo High
Glendale, AZ
05-1975

Skills

  • Merchandise presentation
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Contraband seizure
  • Public safety awareness
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Stress tolerance
  • Patient care
  • Inventory management
  • Daily living assistance
  • Performance reporting
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Inmate management
  • First aid and CPR
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • In-store support
  • Mental health awareness
  • Observation
  • Dementia care
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Supportive companionship
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • First aid training
  • Dependable and reliable

Timeline

Retail Sales Merchandiser

Target
01.2024 - 11.2024

Caregiver

Honor Health
11.2020 - 12.2023

Arizona State Prison

Phx West State Prison
04.2000 - 09.2020

High School Diploma -

Apollo High
Kathy Collins