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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Michella-aka: Layla McLemore

Louisville,TN

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in sales and warehouse management, notably at Conklin Metal Industries. Excelled in customer service and attention to detail, boosting sales through strategic relationship-building and insightful product recommendations. Skilled in data entry and documentation, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Highly experienced management proffessional known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inside Sales Representative

Conklin Metal Industries
04.2024 - Current
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
  • Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing valuable guidance on best practices for successful inside sales tactics.
  • Participated in industry events and trade shows to network with prospects, gather leads, and increase brand awareness.
  • Attended meeting and sales events to learn latest developments and brainstorm new sales strategies.
  • Collaborated with outside sales representatives, marketing and other departments to generate leads and close sales.
  • Set up new accounts, established customer credit and set up payment methods.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.


Warehouse Worker II/Lead Office Administrator

SPI
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50

pounds.

  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
  • "Stand in" Operation Manager when the manager was out of office Maintaining her Job and My Job seamlessly 2 to 3 days a week.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
  • Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
  • Increased accuracy of inventory records through meticulous documentation and regular audits.
  • Improved record-keeping accuracy, diligently updating warehouse management system with transaction details.
  • Facilitated smooth operation of loading dock, coordinating efficient loading and unloading of trucks.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.

Warehouse Worker

Shook & Fletcher Insulation
11.2018 - 10.2022
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Maintained a Remote branch Office as an inside sales rep/office manager while maintaining the warehouse work and logistical jobs.
  • Made deliveries to customers job sites using a company Box truck or pick up truck.

Lead Foreman

Helton & Helton, Inc
06.1993 - 11.2018
  • Implemented innovative construction techniques that improved both the speed of completion and overall building sustainability.
  • Optimized resource utilization by closely monitoring inventory levels, ordering necessary supplies promptly as needed to prevent disruptions in workflow.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans that outlined key milestones, objectives, and timelines for efficient execution of tasks.
  • Maintained accurate documentation for all project-related activities, including permits, inspections, change orders, and other compliance requirements.
  • Assigned tasks and monitored completion of work to full satisfaction of company standards and customer requirements.
  • Organized and delivered supplies for each job.
  • Evaluated employees'' performance periodically; provided constructive feedback aimed at improving overall job performance and ensuring project success.
  • Maintained safe working environments by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, reducing workplace injuries.
  • Provided training and mentorship to junior team members, enhancing their skills and increasing overall productivity.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and vendors for seamless integration of materials and services into projects.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Continued to do field work along with every day procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

William Blount High School
Maryville, TN
06-1993

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Email and phone etiquette
  • Data entry
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Payment processing
  • Clear and articulate phone manner
  • Dependable
  • Opening and closing procedures

Accomplishments

  • Supervised teams of up to 12 employees.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Proficient with P21 and WWMS


Certification

Forklift & more certifications(JLG, Scissor lift,)

TDOT certified ( expires in 2025)

Durodyne tech Certificate

multiple safety certificates and awards

Various certifications for ORNL plant allowing me to travel to and from restricted areas


Timeline

Inside Sales Representative

Conklin Metal Industries
04.2024 - Current

Warehouse Worker II/Lead Office Administrator

SPI
10.2022 - 04.2024

Warehouse Worker

Shook & Fletcher Insulation
11.2018 - 10.2022

Lead Foreman

Helton & Helton, Inc
06.1993 - 11.2018

Forklift & more certifications(JLG, Scissor lift,)

TDOT certified ( expires in 2025)

Durodyne tech Certificate

multiple safety certificates and awards

Various certifications for ORNL plant allowing me to travel to and from restricted areas


High School Diploma -

William Blount High School
Michella-aka: Layla McLemore