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MILTON MCLELLAN JR

MILTON MCLELLAN JR

Memphis,TN

Summary

Seasoned business leader with over 30 years of experience, including a successful tenure at Thomas Street Motors. Excelled in operations management and customer relations, enhancing business growth and client satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in negotiation and relationship building, achieving significant improvements in business development and staff management. Proven track record in elevating customer service standards and operational efficiency.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Porter

Gossett Kia
02.2025 - 06.2025

Enhanced customer interactions and vehicle retrieval processes.

Owner/ Manager

Thomas Street Motors
04.2008 - 01.2025
  • Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing.
  • Maintained a high standard of customer service through quality assurance checks.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers.

Owner/Manager

Circuit Tan
02.1992 - 08.2005
  • Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing.
  • Maintained a high standard of customer service through quality assurance checks.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers.
  • Utilized effective problem-solving techniques to resolve conflicts quickly and efficiently.

Front Desk

Park Place Suites
01.1988 - 09.1990
  • Provided information about the hotel services, facilities, and local attractions to guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while ensuring satisfaction at all times.
  • Handled incoming calls from customers in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Updated daily logbook with relevant information including arrivals and departures of guests.

Sales Associate

Oak Hall
01.1985 - 12.1988
  • Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance.
  • Helped customers find and select products.
  • Kept work area clean, organized and free of clutter at all times.
  • Performed cleaning tasks, keeping store neat and organized.
  • Assisted customers with product selection to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers.
  • Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, resolving customer complaints efficiently and courteously.
  • Greeted and escorted customers to product racks and shelves to assist with finding merchandise.
  • Organized merchandise displays to promote higher levels of customer engagement.
  • Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
  • Engaged with guests to understand and anticipate customer service needs.
  • Established a positive rapport with customers by delivering friendly, personalized service.
  • Built relationships with potential customers by providing helpful advice on product selection.
  • Tagged new merchandise for sale and updated signs.
  • Utilized active listening techniques to identify customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.

Stock Room Associate

Oak Hall
02.1984 - 12.1984
  • Trained new employees on proper safety protocols for operating material handling equipment.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to product availability or delivery delays quickly and efficiently.
  • Managed daily operations of the stock room, including receiving shipments, stocking shelves, and fulfilling orders.
  • Implemented best practices for stockroom organization, including labeling shelves and bins to ensure efficient storage of materials.

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Customer Relations
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Business Management
  • Operations Management
  • Negotiation
  • Client Service
  • Project Management
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Staff hiring
  • Team Oversight
  • Product branding
  • Social media control
  • Sales oversight
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Marketing tactics
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Service Porter

Gossett Kia
02.2025 - 06.2025

Owner/ Manager

Thomas Street Motors
04.2008 - 01.2025

Owner/Manager

Circuit Tan
02.1992 - 08.2005

Front Desk

Park Place Suites
01.1988 - 09.1990

Sales Associate

Oak Hall
01.1985 - 12.1988

Stock Room Associate

Oak Hall
02.1984 - 12.1984
MILTON MCLELLAN JR