Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
GeneralManager

Octavia Williams

Barnwell,SC

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Advanced Auto Parts, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in inventory control and team leadership, I successfully implemented training programs that improved staff performance and streamlined workflows, resulting in significant cost reductions and elevated service standards.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Advanced Auto Parts
Barnwell, SC
04.2026 - Current
  • Assisted in implementing procedures to improve customer service and satisfaction.
  • Supported inventory management processes to promote accuracy and efficiency in stock handling.
  • Aided in creating training sessions for staff to enhance product knowledge and job performance.
  • Contributed to optimizing store operations to boost productivity and lower costs.

Department Manager

McDonald’s
Bamberg, SC
09.2024 - 04.2026

-Lead and manage a team of 5-10 employees

-Oversee daily operations including sales, labor, and inventory

-Ensuring fast accurate and friendly customer service

-Train and develop team members to improve Performance

-Maintain company standards, policies , and procedures

Warehouse Lead

Pet Supplies Plus
Orangeburg, SC
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Oversaw daily warehouse operations, driving efficient workflows while prioritizing safety compliance.
  • Developed team capabilities through training on inventory management systems and industry best practices.
  • Implemented strategic process improvements that elevated order accuracy and decreased processing durations.
  • Managed shipping and receiving processes to streamline logistics and strengthen inventory control.

General Manager

Enmarket
Branchville, SC
09.2010 - 07.2023
  • Achieved increased customer satisfaction through effective operational strategies.
  • Enhanced accuracy and efficiency in stock management by refining inventory control processes.
  • Improved staff performance metrics and product knowledge through targeted training programs.
  • Boosted overall productivity and reduced operational costs by streamlining store workflows.

Education

High School Diploma -

Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA
05.2009

Skills

Leadership and team building

Problem resolution

Operations management

Team player

Time management

Inventory control

Verbal and written communication

Strategic planning

Performance evaluations

Team leadership

Training and development

Staff training and development

Labor cost controls

Operations oversight

Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Serv Safe Certification

Work keys Certification

Timeline

General Manager

Advanced Auto Parts
04.2026 - Current

Department Manager

McDonald’s
09.2024 - 04.2026

Warehouse Lead

Pet Supplies Plus
07.2023 - 10.2024

General Manager

Enmarket
09.2010 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Savannah Technical College
Octavia Williams