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Kourtney Pederson

Des Moines

Summary

Forty years of customer service experience, with 20-plus years in the automotive/tire industry.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Diamond Vogel Paint
Worthington
03.2025 - 10.2025
  • Assisted customers in selecting paint products and color options.
  • Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provided product knowledge and recommendations to enhance customer experience.
  • Attended training sessions on product features and sales techniques to enhance sales skills.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Responded to incoming telephone calls to provide information on store offerings and assist customers.

Guest Services

KwikTrip
Worthington
09.2019 - 02.2025

Delivered guest service, operated cash register, maintained store cleanliness, stocked products, assisted with food service, and ensured car wash areas were well-kept.

Production Assistant

Bedford Industries Inc.
Worthington
02.2021 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in equipment setup and maintenance for efficient operations.
  • Monitored production processes to maintain quality standards and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
  • Organized materials and resources for smooth production runs and transitions.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to ensure safety and organization.
  • Ensured compliance with production safety regulations.
  • Kept records of daily production activities.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.

Assistant Manager

Albert G’s BBQ
Tulsa
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Supervised daily operations, enhancing customer service quality and satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices and procedures.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved complaints effectively.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food preparation areas.
  • Resolved customer service inquiries and complaints promptly, improving overall customer experience.
  • Coordinated with departments to streamline operations and improve communication.

Wholesale/Commercial Sales

Graham Tire Company
Worthington
04.1997 - 2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution with knowledgeable, friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and deadlines.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Earned recognition from management for delivering exceptional customer service.

Counter sales, parts deliveries

NAPA
Worthington
07.1996 - 04.1997
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Sociology

Worthington Community College
Worthington, MN

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Sales techniques
  • Product knowledge
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem resolution
  • Training and mentoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Basic equipment handling
  • Client relationship management
  • Excellent people skills
  • Cash register operation
  • Product recommendations
  • Store opening and closing
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Product sales

Timeline

Sales Associate

Diamond Vogel Paint
03.2025 - 10.2025

Assistant Manager

Albert G’s BBQ
04.2021 - 11.2021

Production Assistant

Bedford Industries Inc.
02.2021 - 05.2024

Guest Services

KwikTrip
09.2019 - 02.2025

Wholesale/Commercial Sales

Graham Tire Company
04.1997 - 2020

Counter sales, parts deliveries

NAPA
07.1996 - 04.1997

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Sociology

Worthington Community College
Kourtney Pederson