Encouraging manager and problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Operations Manager & Buyer
Hamilton Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
Reviewed store sale numbers, cost of inventory, operational expenses and inventory losses.
Scheduled employee tasks, conducted performance reviews and executed daily branch operational goals to maximize team productivity.
Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to efficiently meet daily production requirements and goals.
Contributed to leadership team for implementing company policies and procedures.
Directed training and performance monitoring for fifteen to twenty staff members.
Determined layout of store merchandise for visual appeal to consumers.
Supported human resources by responding to candidates and prescreening, interviewing and hiring team members.
Analyzed operational expenses and cost of inventory to identify losses and developed strategies for increased profits.
Controlled shipments, inventory, purchasing and inspection to reduce workflow gaps.
Exceeded revenue goals on consistent basis, resulting in commendation from management.
Oversaw packaging and delivery of purchased merchandise to respective facilities with zero discrepancies.
Reduced workflow downtime by ordering supplies and organizing stock to meet demand.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Oversee Hamilton's Associate Recognition Program and Events Planning Team
Human Resources Recruiter
Advent Health Gordon
04.2014 - 01.2016
Recruited talented, diverse and qualified candidates for employment.
Developed tools to help individual departments and business units achieve goals in fostering culture of diversity and inclusion.
Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
Managed full-cycle recruiting process for applicants to promote smooth and positive onboarding experience.
Conducted candidate interviews and performed background checks and verification.
Liaised with hiring managers to develop and implement strategies to source and recruit top talent.
Maintained thorough understanding and knowledge of hiring practices, recruitment strategies and staffing industry trends.
Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Created internal posting and advertisements while overseeing employment website.
Facilitated interview and hiring discussions with interviewers and hiring managers and maintained reports and performance metrics to generate outcomes.
Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Collaborated with HR director to develop and integrate workforce planning, analysis and solutions.
Helped set up medical, dental and life insurance benefits to facilitate employee on-boarding process.
Worked on special HR projects to promote and enhance services offered.
Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Gordon, Murray & Whitfield C
03.2010 - 04.2014
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Managed complex calendar scheduling with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences.
Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
Created expense reports, budgets, and filing systems for management team.
Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for members of board of directors and executive team.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
Grant writing and reporting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
Skills
Inventory Ordering
Shrink Reduction
Display Creation
Retail Management
Personnel Training and Development
Retail Merchandising
Operations Oversight
Inventory Control
Program Administration
Process Improvements
Store Planning
Profit Maximization
Team Leadership
Operational Efficiency
Vendor Relations
Sales Analysis
Visual Merchandising
Budget Planning
Business Forecasting
Capital Spending
Financial Administration
Event Planning
Associate Recognition
Timeline
Retail Operations Manager & Buyer
Hamilton Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
Human Resources Recruiter
Advent Health Gordon
04.2014 - 01.2016
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Gordon, Murray & Whitfield C
03.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Project Management
Registered Nurse TNCC/Emergency Room Registered Nurse at Hamilton Medical CenterRegistered Nurse TNCC/Emergency Room Registered Nurse at Hamilton Medical Center