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Kenneth Habermann

Redmond

Summary

Dynamic professional with over a decade of experience in customer-focused roles, notably as a Lead Dog Trainer at Petco, where I enhanced client satisfaction and led district sales. Skilled in inventory management and customer engagement, I excel in creating positive shopping experiences and driving sales through expert product knowledge and effective communication.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Health and Beauty Clerk

Fred Meyer
01.2024 - Current

P/T associate at Kroger/Fred Meyer for over a year now. Currently I am expected to do the restock, take care of the go back returns using a device called a Zebra, help customers find what they need, I am also trusted with the keys to unlock what is needed from my section.

  • Assisted customers with selecting beauty products, ensuring satisfaction with purchases.
  • Organized product displays to attract customer attention and increase sales.
  • Improved store appearance by maintaining cleanliness in beauty department.
  • Provided product knowledge to customers, enhancing their shopping experience.
  • Restocked shelves with beauty products to maintain availability for customers.
  • Answered customer inquiries to resolve product-related issues.
  • Improved customer loyalty by offering personalized beauty recommendations.

Lead Dog Trainer

Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
02.2012 - 03.2023
  • At this job for over ten years and loved the industry! Also was in management here, handled the closing duties, and was the top sales for the district many times.
  • Enhanced dog-owner relationships through teaching effective communication and handling techniques.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing clear communication, progress reports, and post-training followup.
  • Led workshops for pet industry professionals on topics such as aggression management, fear-based behaviors, and separation anxiety solutions.
  • Collaborated with veterinary professionals to ensure a holistic approach to dog health and wellness during training sessions.

Submission Technician

Internet Advancement
02.2006 - 01.2012

This was a Search Engine Optimization start up company I worked at from the beginning.

Submission department leader, used software to try and rank customers websites as high as possible.

  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
  • Optimized operational workflows by integrating cutting-edge technology solutions.

Receiving Manager

Mervyn's California
02.2003 - 02.2006
  • Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming merchandise.
  • Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
  • Trained and supervised staff in the accurate processing of inbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery to sales floor.

Also would do all sorts of jobs like pressure wash and painting the building etc.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Bellevue Community College
Bellevue WA

GED -

Lake Washington Technical College
Kirkland, WA
01-2001

Skills

  • Product knowledge
  • Customer interaction
  • Point of sale
  • Inventory management
  • Retail operations
  • Sales assistance
  • Communication skills
  • Cash handling
  • Customer engagement
  • Retail sales

Timeline

Health and Beauty Clerk

Fred Meyer
01.2024 - Current

Lead Dog Trainer

Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
02.2012 - 03.2023

Submission Technician

Internet Advancement
02.2006 - 01.2012

Receiving Manager

Mervyn's California
02.2003 - 02.2006

No Degree - Business Administration

Bellevue Community College

GED -

Lake Washington Technical College
Kenneth Habermann