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Kendra Brinkley

Castalia,NC

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with proven expertise in customer service and team leadership at 7-11 Convenience Store. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering a collaborative work environment. Skilled in money handling and problem-solving, consistently achieving sales growth through strategic planning and exceptional service delivery.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

7-11 Convenience Store
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.

Loader and Unloader

Fed Ex Ground
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Maintained workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Enhanced loading efficiency by implementing proper lifting techniques and utilizing appropriate equipment.
  • Reduced cargo damage by securely fastening and organizing items in accordance with shipment requirements.
  • Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by skillfully handling fragile items during the loading and unloading process, minimizing breakage incidents.
  • Increased warehouse organization by sorting incoming shipments and properly storing materials in designated locations.
  • Performed routine inspections of loading equipment, ensuring its safe operation and reducing the risk of accidents or delays.

Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
05.2021 - 06.2021

Provided customer service and contributed to daily business activities.

Cashier

Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
10.2012 - 12.2017
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.

Education

Basic -

Southern Nash High
Bailey, NC
06.1999

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Team motivation
  • Staff supervision
  • Retail operations

Timeline

Loader and Unloader

Fed Ex Ground
09.2022 - 01.2023

Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
05.2021 - 06.2021

Cashier

Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
10.2012 - 12.2017

Assistant Manager

7-11 Convenience Store

Basic -

Southern Nash High
Kendra Brinkley