Successfull selfself - motivated individual with 26 years of experience addressing customer requests and concerns. Expert at providing relevant information and options to successfully resolve issues. Upbeat and energetic handling difficult situations through resourcefulness and adaptability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Feed Desk Operator
Cooperative Farmers Elevator
Rock Valley, IA
04.2022 - Current
Responded to inquiries by phone, email and walk-up requests.
Walked user through series of steps to determine problem and implement likely solution.
Used established procedures to identify critical customer and system issues and escalate problems to appropriate person or group.
Logged activities in tracking system to maintain accurate, timely records.
Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Client Service Representative
Union Gospel, Mission
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2020 - 01.2021
Assist in the Women’s Homeless shelter
Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.
Introduced clients to available online resources and services to increase convenience.
Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost client satisfaction.
Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Head Teller
Currie State Bank
04.2021 - 03.2022
Cash accountability,
Customer service
Completed Daily GL balancing
Verified amount of cash in cash drawer against day's receipts, quickly identifying errors.
Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
Replenished ATM funds in empty canisters prior to validation process.
Mentored newly hired team members on appropriate responses to patron questions.
Provided customers with appropriate literature on banking products and services.
Investigated and promptly resolved issues with patron accounts.
Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Calculated fees due, interest and change for customer transactions.
Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
Handled various accounting transactions.
Store Manager/District Manager
Harms Oil
Sioux Falls, SD
10.2013 - 04.2020
Friendly’s Fuel Stops - CC&F Retail
Provide efficient customer service to customers
Consistent record of improving productivity, reducing costs, and resolving complex departmental issues
Planned and executed all aspects of business operations
Completed daily bookwork accurate and sent to corporate office for review
Managed staff in the Food Service/Sales Floor
Ordered product
Keep inventory to a minimum
Created weekly/monthly inventory audits
Create weekly schedule for Food Service/Sales Floor
Increased customer loyalty through prompt customer service
Successfully resolve customer issues each day
Improved communication efficiency as primary liaison between clients and vendors.
Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
Coordinated staff sales meetings to discuss developmental strategy, best practices and process improvements.
Monitored sales team performance, analyzed sales data and reported information to area managers.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of competitor products and pricing in market served.
Built deep relationships with store managers, business owners and distribution partner sales teams by employing industry expertise and knowledge, retail strategies and sales tactics.
Hired, supervised and coached Number employees on sales strategies to optimize performance.
Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new retailers, warehouse clubs and natural food chains.
Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
Area Manager
Campbell Property
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2020 - 04.2021
I leased and managed over 300 townhomes.
Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements and implement changes.
Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
Dedicated to expanding client bases by building lasting relationships.
Improved process efficiency by implementing new cart retrieval process and correcting poor work habits.
General Manager
Kum & Go
10.2011 - 10.2013
Provide efficient customer service to customers
Consistent record of improving productivity, reducing costs, and resolving complex departmental
issues
Planned and executed all aspects of business operations
Managed staff in the Food Service/Sales
Floor
Ordered product
Created weekly/monthly inventory audits
Create weekly schedule for Food Service/Sales Floor
Increased customer loyalty through prompt customer
service
Successfully resolve customer issues each day
Improved communication efficiency as primary liaison between departments, clients and vendors.
Restaurant Owner
Irish Pub and Family Dining
Montrose, SD
06.2008 - 04.2012
Planned and executed all aspects of business operations
Improved communication efficiency as primary liaison between customers, employees and vendors
Created spreadsheets to improve inventory management and reporting accuracy
Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable
Prepared and drafted all outgoing correspondence in a timely manner
Prepared and distributed Payroll of staff of 10 direct reports
Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases
Improved timely paying of bills by developing flexible payment plans for business.
Administrative Assistant
Nagel Property Management
Sioux Falls, SD
06.2007 - 07.2008
Developed new customer relations through telephone contact and sales activity
Increased customer loyalty through customer service
Improved Communication efficiently as primary liaison between landlords, clients and vendors
Consistently praised by management for the quality and timeliness of reports, attention to detail, exemplary customer service
delivery and team-player attitude
Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable
Managed incoming and outgoing calls to busy property management company
Consulted with vendors to order and maintain inventory of office supplies
Standardized department filing system so secretarial staff could easily locate information in any filing center
Prepared and drafted all outgoing correspondence in a timely manner
Managed daily office operations and maintenance of equipment maintaining accurate records for all business supplies
Communicated with clients via phone, email and in person to obtain payments on outstanding accounts
Contacted clients regarding unpaid and underpaid accounts, resolving all issues with maintaining a positive and pleasant attitude
Provided efficient customer service to clients.
General Merchandise Manager/ Perishable Manager
Hy-Vee Food Stores
Sioux Falls, SD
10.1998 - 06.2006
Increased customer loyalty through prompt customer service
Successfully resolved many customer issues per day
Improved communication efficiency as primary liaison between departments, clients and vendors
Created spreadsheets to improve inventory management and reporting accuracy
Processed accounts receivable and accounts
payable
Consulted with vendors to order and maintain department inventory
Scheduled 8 employee’s weekly schedule for the General Merchandise team
Prepared daily, weekly and monthly spreadsheets
Consistent record of improving productivity, reducing costs, and resolving complex departmental issues
Collaborated with Human Resource department to ensure efficient office environment
Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases
Provided efficient customer service to customers
Completed the Dale Carnigie Business Course
Education
Sales, Marketing and Management
1989
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Walnut Grove High School, Generals
Mankato Technical Institute
1987
Skills
20 years experience in a fast paced work environment
Skilled in QuickBooks accounting software
Microsoft office, Excel, and deadline-driven environment
Energetic and organized
Initiative-taker with professional manner
Planning/coordinating
Filing and data archiving
Employee scheduling
Timeline
Feed Desk Operator
Cooperative Farmers Elevator
04.2022 - Current
Head Teller
Currie State Bank
04.2021 - 03.2022
Area Manager
Campbell Property
08.2020 - 04.2021
Client Service Representative
Union Gospel, Mission
05.2020 - 01.2021
Store Manager/District Manager
Harms Oil
10.2013 - 04.2020
General Manager
Kum & Go
10.2011 - 10.2013
Restaurant Owner
Irish Pub and Family Dining
06.2008 - 04.2012
Administrative Assistant
Nagel Property Management
06.2007 - 07.2008
General Merchandise Manager/ Perishable Manager
Hy-Vee Food Stores
10.1998 - 06.2006
Sales, Marketing and Management
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Walnut Grove High School, Generals
Mankato Technical Institute
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