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MELISSA TORRES

MELISSA TORRES

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Hardworking and passionate candidate seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Load Planner

Surge Transportation
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Communicated with customers daily about freight movements and pickup/delivery timetables.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to carriers, handled challenging situations with ease to ensure freight was picked up and delivered on time.
  • Tracked freight orders across the US and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Developed and maintained positive carrier relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
  • Planned load shipments based on customers requirements using transportation management systems.


Delivery Driver

GoPuff
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Coordinate efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Deliver packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Communicate customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
  • Operate vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.

Cashier

Jewel Osco
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.

Intern

Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation
12.2019 - 03.2020

• Sorted and organized files and spreadsheets.

• Delivered clerical support by handling a range of routine

and special requirements.

• Interacted with tenants by phone or in-person to provide

information.

• Built rapport with tenants to facilitate a trusting

relationship and provide a setting conducive to growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies

University of Illinois At Chicago, Chicago, IL
08.2021

Minor in Public Policy

Magna Cum Laude, GPA: 3.8/4.0

Awarded Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy for Spanish and English

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Organization and Planning
  • Self-Management
  • Supply Chain Operations

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Load Planner - Surge Transportation
10.2021 - 05.2023
Delivery Driver - GoPuff
01.2021 - 09.2021
Cashier - Jewel Osco
05.2020 - 01.2021
Intern - Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation
12.2019 - 03.2020
University of Illinois At Chicago - Bachelor of Arts, Urban Studies
MELISSA TORRES