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Sara Larson

Kenosha,WI

Summary

Dynamic Trainer with a proven track record at Kroger, excelling in new hire training and mentoring. Leveraged strong interpersonal communication and training needs analysis to enhance staff development, resulting in increased productivity. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and quality assurance, ensuring effective training initiatives and employee growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Trainer / FCA

Kroger
10.2022 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning by advocating for professional development opportunities.
  • Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills, informing future program development.
  • Established and maintained quality control standards.

Supervisor/ Trainer/ Recruiter/ Inventory Assosiat

WIS International Inventory Service
06.2013 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Assisted in annual physical inventories, contributing to an organized and efficient process with minimal disruptions to normal operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Zion-Benton High School
Zion, IL
01-1997

Skills

  • New hire training
  • Planning and coordination
  • Public speaking
  • Creative problem solving
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Training needs analysis
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Decision-making
  • Clear communication
  • Relationship building
  • Quality assurance
  • Employee relations

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Trainer / FCA

Kroger
10.2022 - Current

Supervisor/ Trainer/ Recruiter/ Inventory Assosiat

WIS International Inventory Service
06.2013 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Zion-Benton High School

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