Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Richard Jones

Shawnee

Summary

Assistant Manager with proven expertise in customer service, staff training, and conflict resolution. Skilled in performance evaluation and inventory management, driving operational efficiency and enhancing employee development.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

Westlake Ace Hardware
Lenexa
07.2013 - Current
  • Coordinated inventory management and restocking of merchandise displays.
  • Trained new employees on customer service standards and store policies.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and best practices in the store.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures and maintained accurate cash registers.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance satisfaction.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Management And Human Relations

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
05-2004

Associate of Arts - Hotel And Restaurant Management

Penn Valley Community Colloge
Kansas City, MO
06-1972

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Staff training and development
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Performance evaluation
  • Customer service excellence
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Employee mentoring
  • Staff supervision
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Policy enforcement
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Product sales and marketing
  • Retail operations management
  • Team leadership
  • Contract management
  • Customer relations and rapport

Certification

  • Certifications All Departments which includes: BBQ,Hardware,Plumbing,Paint,Lawn & Garden, power tools, Customer Service Service and Cash Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Westlake Ace Hardware
07.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Management And Human Relations

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Associate of Arts - Hotel And Restaurant Management

Penn Valley Community Colloge