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OperationsManager

Kyle Lockard

Dallas,TX

Summary

Accomplished Operations Manager with a proven track record at Elliott Electric Supply, enhancing operational efficiency and employee retention through effective team leadership and problem-solving. Achieved a 15% monthly sales growth by fostering strong relationships and implementing strategic project management. Skilled in customer service and operations management, consistently exceeding employer expectations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Elliott Electric Supply
09.2024 - Current
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Managed sales to reach monthly 15% growth by communicating with customers and assisting salesman with projects/jobs.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.

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Elliott Electric Supply
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Developed knowledge on electrical and mechanical products of various vendors.
  • Assisted in all departments of company starting in the warehouse and ending in outside sales.
  • Graduated NAED EPEC Bronze coursework.
  • Individually implemented/managed multiple consignment accounts based on customer needs.
  • Increased gross profit in inside sales by consistently reaching sales KPI.


Sales Associate/Greenhouse Manager

Mikes Garden Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

Residential Appraiser Trainee

Integrity Valuations
05.2020 - 10.2022
  • Strengthened relationships with clients through clear communication of expectations and timelines throughout the entire appraisal process.
  • Supported supervising appraisers in the preparation of comprehensive reports that clearly explained valuation methodologies, comparable sales analysis, and final conclusions.
  • Improved property valuation accuracy by conducting thorough research on comparable properties and market trends.
  • Increased efficiency in fieldwork by using GPS technology to accurately measure property dimensions and identify property boundaries.
  • Gained expertise in local housing markets by continuously studying market trends, zoning regulations, building codes, land use plans, flood zones maps, and other pertinent data.
  • Streamlined data collection processes by utilizing advanced appraisal software tools and applications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05-2022

Associate of Arts - Journalsim

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Arlington Heights High School
Fort Worth, TX
05-2017

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Operations management
  • Customer service
  • Operational efficiency
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Staff training
  • Planning and implementation
  • Management
  • Project management
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Product knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Operations Manager after one year with the company.
  • Reduced operational expenses by 25% by streamlining branch operations.
  • Graduated NAED Electrical Products Education Course (EPEC) bronze

Affiliations

  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Timeline

Operations Manager

Elliott Electric Supply
09.2024 - Current

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Elliott Electric Supply
09.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Associate/Greenhouse Manager

Mikes Garden Center
03.2023 - 09.2023

Residential Appraiser Trainee

Integrity Valuations
05.2020 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Arts - Journalsim

Texas Tech University

High School Diploma -

Arlington Heights High School
Kyle Lockard