Driven professional with a proven track record at Hardings Hardware, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations. Skilled in GPS and route planning, alongside exceptional teamwork and collaboration, consistently achieving company-defined sales goals. Demonstrates a positive attitude and problem-solving abilities, contributing to a 20% increase in customer loyalty.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
2Ezy LLC
10.2023 - Current
Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Clerk/cashier
Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
09.2022 - 01.2023
Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
Reduced errors in data entry through rigorous attention to detail and double-checking work.
Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
Lead Sales Clerk
Hardings Hardware Dba Republic Hardware
10.2020 - 07.2022
Leveraged excellent communication skills when interacting with both customers and colleagues for optimal outcomes.
Worked closely with management to develop promotional strategies to drive sales during peak seasons.
Streamlined checkout process by efficiently bagging items and processing payments quickly.
Processed merchandise returns or exchanges efficiently while adhering to company policies.
Conducted regular price audits for accurate pricing information on merchandise displays.
Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining a secure cash drawer during shifts.
Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to attract customers.
Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all responsibilities were completed within allotted time frames.
Managed inventory effectively to ensure stock availability and prevent overstock issues.
Contributed ideas during team meetings for improving overall store operations and increasing revenue generation potential.
Implemented upselling techniques to increase average transaction value per customer visit.
Served as a knowledgeable resource for customers seeking guidance on product features, benefits, and applications.
Enhanced store reputation by addressing customer concerns promptly and professionally.
Assisted in creating eye-catching visual merchandising displays, driving increased foot traffic to the store.
Trained new sales clerks for improved performance and seamless integration into the team.
Provided personalized shopping experiences by understanding customer needs and preferences.
Participated in ongoing product training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
Increased sales by consistently providing exceptional customer service and product knowledge.
Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
Assistant Manager
Hardings Hardware
09.2014 - 10.2019
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.
Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
Monitored sales trends to adjust pricing strategies for optimal profitability.
Enhanced team productivity by streamlining operational processes.
Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers, increasing foot traffic.
Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
Implemented loss prevention strategies, significantly reducing shrinkage.
Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals and review performance, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
Facilitated team-building activities, enhancing team cohesion and morale.
Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Assistant Meat Manager
Three Bears Alaska
10.2012 - 08.2014
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product recommendations.
Maximized freshness of products through efficient organization of storage coolers based on temperature requirements for different types of meats.
Collaborated with store management to develop promotions, seasonal displays, and special events that appealed to customers'' preferences.
Merchandised aisles by creatively and logically allocating space and setting up impulse areas to increase customer spending.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product availability or specific requests for specialty items not stocked regularly within the store''s offerings.
Reduced waste by implementing proper inventory management techniques and rotating stock effectively.
Trained meat department employees and supervised product placement, rotation, signage and display activities to foster positive customer experience.
Improved efficiency with accurate pricing, labeling, and signage for meat products.
Supported cost reduction efforts by identifying areas of potential loss due to spoilage or shrinkage within the meat department.
Assisted in maintaining store-wide cleanliness standards by ensuring the meat department was clean, organized, and free of debris or spills.
Increased customer loyalty through knowledgeable interactions about various cuts of meat, cooking techniques, and recipe suggestions.
Sold and displayed meat products to customers by advising on quality of food, method of handling and other factors affecting preparing, freezing and storage.
Assisted in increasing sales by maintaining a well-stocked and visually appealing meat department.
Assisted Meat Manager with maintaining profit margin in accordance with sales goals, expenses, price changes and waste management.
Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and cleaning protocols.
Streamlined order processing by utilizing effective communication skills between the sales floor associates and meat department staff.
Demonstrated expertise in cutting, trimming, grinding, and preparing meats according to established standards and customer requests.
Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing food handling, storage, sanitation, weights and measures requirements in the meat department operations.
Supported the Meat Manager in achieving financial targets for sales growth, profit margin improvement, and labor cost control within the department''s operations.
Fostered a positive working environment within the meat department by demonstrating respectful, professional behavior and open communication with coworkers.
Facilitated smooth operation during peak times by effectively managing workflow among team members while maintaining high quality standards for product presentation.
Ordered and received products under direction of Meat Manager to maintain high quality and proper quantity.
Contributed to team success by training new employees on department procedures, policies, and best practices.
Contributed to inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels, placing orders as needed, and conducting regular audits of product quality.
Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
Reduced waste by overseeing proper restocking procedures and promotion of nearly-expired goods.
Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.
Completed inventory counts, reordered stock, and removed expired items from supply.
Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Republic High School
Republic, WA
06.1988
Skills
Positive Attitude
Customer Service
Valid Driver's License
Teamwork and Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Dependable and reliable
Punctual and Reliable
Problem-Solving
Safe Driving
Loading and unloading
GPS and route planning
Route Management
Outdoor Activities
I enjoy Camping, hiking, spending time with my dog, drawing, painting and reading
Additional Information
References :
1, Dave Hodge, Retired United States Navy/ Ferry County Corrections Chief
Friend
(509)957-6377
2. Connie Miller, Curlew Job Corps
Freind
Home : (509) 690-0553
Work : (509) 779-0553
i was also involved in getting the funding and doing all the fund raisers for the Republic Skate park which is now operational, as well as a Sunday school teacher and teen leader at my local church of the Nazarene in Republic.