Melvin Jackson
Bellwood,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in customer service and team leadership, notably at Macy's Department Store. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and financial accuracy through effective problem-solving and decision-making. Skilled in staff training and supervision, fostering a motivated team environment while managing inventory efficiently.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Claire's Stores
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
Business Owner
Family Creations and Designs
08.2020 - Current
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Sales Associate
Target
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
Manager
Macys Department Store
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
Proviso Mathematics And Sciences Academy
Forest Park, ILSkills
- Customer service
- Money handling
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Customer relations
- Team motivation
- Staff training and development
- Staff supervision
- Task delegation
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Claire's Stores
09.2024 - Current
Manager
Macys Department Store
02.2024 - 09.2024
Sales Associate
Target
08.2022 - 11.2023
Business Owner
Family Creations and Designs
08.2020 - Current
Proviso Mathematics And Sciences Academy