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Pamela Patten

Rocky Mount,NC

Summary

Hands-on, hardworking, highly motivated, and responsible professional with 20 years experience in retail and customer service. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude willing to go the extra mile. I am adaptable, ambitious, and a fast learner driven to reach company goals.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Supervisor

Food Lion
Rocky Mount, NC
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring high-quality customer service standards were met consistently.
  • Trained and mentored staff
  • Manage team and organize breaks.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers by responding to inquiries and problems maintaining loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with store policies.
  • Managed cash drawer, balancing funds and maintaining security protocols.
  • Monitored and reported suspicious activities to maintain compliance with theft.
  • Calculate and record cash drawers, self check outs, and safe accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.

Manager

K.C Floorcovering & Home Improvement
Rocky Mount, NC
08.1997 - 09.2025
  • Sold supplies, materials and products to installers and subcontractors.
  • Installed flooring of different varieties.
  • Kitchen and bathroom remodels including plumbing and electrical.
  • Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing highest quality of work by ensuring all products were properly installed and functioning correctly.
  • Processed work orders and prioritized orders.
  • Described use and operation of merchandise to customers.
  • Assisted in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.
  • Received and processed cash and credit payments for purchases.
  • Worked as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Determined the cost and pricing of proposals and bids.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints.
  • Compiled financial, accounting and auditing reports and tables for cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable, receivables and profits and losses.
  • Monitored daily banking transactions.
  • Scanned and filed forms, reports, correspondence and receipts.
  • Operated office equipment such as copiers and fax machines.
  • Reviewed files to check for complete and accurate information.
  • Verified information in the computer system was up-to-date and accurate.
  • Organized billing and invoice data and prepared accounts receivable.

Pro Customer Service Associate

Lowes Home Improvement
Rocky Mount, NC
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers in product selection and recommendations for home improvement projects.
  • Maintained store organization and cleanliness to improve shopping experience.
  • Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy in cash handling and inventory management.
  • Assisted customers with placing material orders.
  • Assembled customer orders including assisting with loading delivery trucks.
  • Assisted contractors with pro service benefits.

Packer

QVC Distribution Center
Rocky Mount, NC
05.2018 - 01.2020

- Picked, packed, and staged high volume customer orders in a fast paced distribution environment.

- Verified item quantities, SKUs, and shipping labels.

- Operated pallet jacks to transport pallets safely.

Scanned, received, and processed inbound freight using warehouse equipment.

- Performed quality control checks.

- Assisted with dock operations

- Maintained clean and organized work in compliance with OSHA standards.

- Met strict daily productivity and shipping deadlines.

Cashier

Sheetz
Rocky Mount, NC
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Provided exceptional customer service through efficient transaction processing and accurate cash handling.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance shopping experience.
  • Assisted in training new cashiers on operational procedures and customer interaction protocols.
  • Implemented effective inventory management practices to minimize discrepancies during cash audits.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes, reducing wait times for customers.
  • Monitored product promotions and upselling opportunities to maximize store sales potential.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • 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 and throughout store.

Machine Operator

Hardee’s Food System
Rocky Mount, NC
06.1994 - 07.1997

-Efficiently worked production line by keeping foods in rotation on production line

-Stamped meat out

-Quality control

- Dispose of meat not up to standards

-Light maintenance on machines

Manager

Mix n Match Grocery
Greenfield, MA
03.1986 - 07.1988
  • Coordinated all department functions for team of 10
  • Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency of employees.
  • Determined customer needs.
  • Worked under strict deadlines and responded to service requests and emergency call-outs.
  • Maintained adequate cash supply in cash drawers in multiple checkout stations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
  • Performed store opening duties, including counting cash drawers and checking all equipment for proper functioning.

Education

Franklin County Tech
Turners Falls, MA

Skills

  • Invoice processing
  • Customer service
  • Professional demeanor
  • Detail oriented
  • Strong initiative
  • Resourcefulness
  • Cash handling
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Independent and team player qualities
  • Active listening and communication skills
  • Courteous demeanor
  • Energetic work attitude
  • Telephone inquiries
  • Business understanding
  • Multi-tasking strength

Timeline

Customer Service Supervisor

Food Lion
01.2025 - Current

Pro Customer Service Associate

Lowes Home Improvement
03.2020 - 03.2021

Packer

QVC Distribution Center
05.2018 - 01.2020

Cashier

Sheetz
03.2018 - 04.2019

Manager

K.C Floorcovering & Home Improvement
08.1997 - 09.2025

Machine Operator

Hardee’s Food System
06.1994 - 07.1997

Manager

Mix n Match Grocery
03.1986 - 07.1988

Franklin County Tech
Pamela Patten