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Kayla Brenden

Sioux City,IA

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Bomgaars Supply
Sioux City, IA
04.2024 - Current
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.

Purchasing Agent

1 Vision Aviation
Salina, KS
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to purchasing activities.
  • Conducted market research on new products or services available from potential suppliers.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to processing payments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure materials were purchased in a timely manner.
  • Provided technical advice on procurement methods and strategies when needed.
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors to obtain the best prices for goods or services.
  • Developed and implemented purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
  • Analyzed purchase requisitions, determined appropriate vendors, negotiated contracts, and tracked orders.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to purchasing activities.
  • Maintained vendor relationships by providing detailed information regarding product specifications or requirements.
  • Prepared periodic reports detailing purchase activity as requested by management.
  • Evaluated supplier performance to ensure that products met quality standards at the lowest cost possible.
  • Monitored inventory levels of critical items to minimize stock outs while keeping costs low.
  • Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.

Receiving Clerk

1 Vision Aviation
Salina, Kansas
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Monitored stock levels for reordering purposes based on established minimum and maximum thresholds.
  • Performed daily cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Inspected delivered items for damage or defects; returned unacceptable items to vendor immediately.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming deliveries according to established procedures.
  • Provided assistance in physical inventories as requested by management team members.
  • Updated inventory records to reflect new stock levels.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials when required.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked for accuracy of items and quantity against invoices and purchase orders.
  • Organized warehouse storage areas by item type and category for easy access and retrieval of products.
  • Completed necessary paperwork including packing slips, bills of lading, receiving reports. accurately and on time.
  • Identified non-conforming material received from vendors and communicated with suppliers regarding discrepancies.
  • Coordinated with purchasing department to resolve invoice discrepancies promptly.
  • Investigated missing packages and shipments quickly by contacting carriers directly if needed.
  • Identified and reported inventory discrepancies to supervisor with recommendations for correction.

Sales Associate

Bomgaars Supply
Sioux City, Iowa
08.2018 - 04.2023
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sergeant Bluff-Luton Senior High School
Sergeant Bluff, IA
05-2019

Skills

  • Inventory Control
  • Payment Processing
  • Order Processing
  • Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Retail Store Operations
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Reliable and punctual

Timeline

Sales Associate

Bomgaars Supply
04.2024 - Current

Purchasing Agent

1 Vision Aviation
09.2023 - 04.2024

Receiving Clerk

1 Vision Aviation
04.2023 - 09.2023

Sales Associate

Bomgaars Supply
08.2018 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

Sergeant Bluff-Luton Senior High School

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