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Kelvin C. Raibon

Norfolk,Virginia

Summary

Upbeat, customer-focused Sales Associate with seven years of experience in retail environments. Flexible and approachable, with strong organizational and time management skills. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lumber Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Virginia Beach, Virginia
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with lumber selection.
  • Assisted in loading lumber onto customer vehicles.
  • Provided product knowledge and advice to customers regarding lumber types, grades, and sizes.
  • Organized inventory on shelves according to size, type, and grade of lumber.
  • Performed daily stock checks to ensure adequate supply of products.
  • Operated forklifts to unload lumber from delivery trucks.

Intern

Old Dominion University Research
Norfolk, Virginia
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Gathered data for market research projects and analyzed findings to make recommendations.
  • Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents and scheduling meetings.
  • Contributed ideas during brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify areas of improvement in business operations.
  • Assisted in routine research, investigations and special projects to support work of assigned department.
  • Supported senior staff members in the completion of complex projects within deadlines.

Crew Leader

Cookout
Fredericksburg, VA
03.2016 - 07.2021
  • Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
  • Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
  • Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations.
  • Inspected equipment for proper operation before use by crew members.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints or issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized inventory of supplies necessary for job completion; ordered additional materials when needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communications

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Massaponax High School
Fredericksburg, VA
05-2019

Skills

  • Upselling
  • Product Merchandising
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Customer Assistance
  • Payment Processing
  • Store Organization
  • Cash Handling
  • Time management abilities
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Building Customer Loyalty
  • Team Cooperation
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Goal Setting
  • Relationship Building
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Creative Thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Cooking instruction
  • Cooking techniques
  • Cooking experience
  • Cooking procedures
  • Short Order Cooking
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • Following cooking methods

Accomplishments

  • Advanced Diploma
  • 144+ hours of community
  • United States Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Award (for academic achievement and leadership as a high school scholar.)

Affiliations

  • producer
  • Musician
  • photographer

Timeline

Lumber Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
06.2023 - 10.2024

Intern

Old Dominion University Research
08.2022 - 05.2023

Crew Leader

Cookout
03.2016 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communications

Old Dominion University

High School Diploma -

Massaponax High School
Kelvin C. Raibon