Sarah Vanderford
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in logistics and communications management. Skilled in troubleshooting, quality assurance, and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through innovative solutions, sincerity, and reliability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Cashier
Cookout, Inc.
Birmingham, Montgomery, Prattville, AL
11.2023 - 11.2025
- Mentored employees on best practices and practicing compliance with company policies. Boosted team efficiency and performance.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies. Exceeded productivity goals, and decreased queue times. Achieved health and safety standards.
- Monitored regular maintenance and protection of equipment.
Department Logistics Coordinator
Heritage Portraits & Albums
Anniston, Alabama
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed print production and product fulfillment for police, fire, and sheriff departments nationwide. Liaison for all public service department clients.
- Identified where processes and procedures were missing or in need of improvement. Stayed informed of logistics technology advances to apply appropriate solutions and improve processes.
Multi-Assembly Line Coordinator
Wellborn Cabinet Inc.
Anniston, AL
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Coordinated daily operations of multiple production lines, including scheduling and assigning tasks to employees. Tracked production of red dot items and maintained accurate records to complete scheduled jobs on time.
- Examined finished and in-progress items to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
- Completed red dot items’ production and packaging. Adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results. Calculated equipment requirements and production specifications.
Produce Manager
Organic Harvest Market
Birmingham, Alabama
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Managed daily operations of the produce department to ensure freshness, quality, and variety were consistently available within organized displays. Enhanced product visibility and customer engagement. Established relationships with local farmers to secure high-quality organic produce at reasonable prices.
- Trained staff on proper handling of equipment (i.e. culling knives); trained staff on proper handling and storage of fruits and vegetables. Trimmed, washed, and bundled produce. Maintained comprehensive compliance with workplace and food safety standards to protect staff and customers. Maintained department equipment and coordinated repairs.
- Received produce deliveries, inspected and unloaded produce. Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, and invoices for accuracy in financial reporting.
- Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions driving a culture of performance excellence. Maximized profit by coordinating efficient team workflows and integrating sales strategies with other departments. Organized weekly meetings with team members to discuss goals and objectives.
- Implemented strategies for reducing waste by donating to local food banks. Priced produce, planned attractive displays, updated SKU system, and updated shelf tags.
Education
High School Diploma -
Providence Classical School
Huntsville, AL05-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Systems Engineering | Spanish
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, ALSkills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mathematics proficiency
- Quality assurance techniques
- Collaborative communication
- Process optimization
Timeline
Traveling Cashier
Cookout, Inc.
11.2023 - 11.2025
Department Logistics Coordinator
Heritage Portraits & Albums
02.2021 - 06.2023
Multi-Assembly Line Coordinator
Wellborn Cabinet Inc.
06.2018 - 10.2020
Produce Manager
Organic Harvest Market
02.2014 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Providence Classical School
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial And Systems Engineering | Spanish
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
Received M.V.P. Award at Cookout Store 288. Competed against other franchise locations for best overall KPIs.
References
References available upon request.
Additional Experience
- Sprouts Farmer's Market | Senior Produce Clerk
- Mathnasium | Instructor
- Angel's Island Coffee | Barista
- Papa Murphy's | Assistant General Manager
- Cracker Barrel | Hostess
- Von Braun Civic Center | Event Cashier
- Acosta | Retail Merchandiser
- Dr. Amir Isfahani | Data Entry Specialist (Private Contractor)
- (Private Contractor) | Math Tutor/Teacher - I successfully brought understanding and confidence to countless individuals by teaching math across more than 10 years. Undoubtedly, being a math tutor is the greatest role I have ever had the pleasure of doing!
My additional experience listed includes jobs which I maintained as a secondary role to my primary work experience. I worked at most additional employers for up to 1 year, and I worked full time jobs concurrently.
Additional information to inform upon the responsibilities and skills I achieved within this work is something I will happily provide! Thank you for your time as you review my candidacy.