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Kellijo Matias

Bensenville,IL

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Accomplished Assistant Manager with in-depth experience consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in sales, personnel management, accounting and inventory management. Dedicated to complete knowledge of company products and services for optimized customer service. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Casey's Gas Station
05.2023 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Customer Service Cashier

Jewels Osco
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Arranged and replenished service desk displays and merchandise racks to maintain appearance of store.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer transactions for reporting purposes.
  • Utilized various software applications to process customer orders.
  • Referred to price sheets and special sale bulletins to enter price changes.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
  • Helped customers navigate applications and in-store technology to deliver best-in-class experiences.

Assistant Estimator

MD Building
01.2016 - 08.2019
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
  • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
  • Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
  • Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
  • Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for door frames and hardware work.

Assistant Manager

Fannie May Candies
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carl Schurz High School
Chicago, IL
06.1999

Skills

  • Employee Scheduling
  • Recruiting and Interviewing
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Operations Management
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Customer Relations
  • Customer Rapport
  • Retail Operations
  • Staff Management
  • Performance Reviewing
  • Money Handling

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Casey's Gas Station
05.2023 - Current

Customer Service Cashier

Jewels Osco
06.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant Estimator

MD Building
01.2016 - 08.2019

Assistant Manager

Fannie May Candies
01.1997 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Carl Schurz High School
Kellijo Matias