Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Sherika Harris

Bourbonnais,IL

Summary

Enterprising Branch Manager was successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with a passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Branch Manager

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Developed a high-performing team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.
  • Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.

Staffing Supervisor

Help At Home LLC
06.2018 - 07.2020

Adhered to the agreed plan of care for each client in the caseload.
• Partnered and communicated with all members of the caseload.
• Partnered and communicated with all members of the client's circle of care which may include family members, assigned Power of Attorney/spokesperson, community partners and related agencies.
• Monitored changes in clients' plans of care, services, or conditions.
• Contacted hospitals, spoke with nurses and social workers regarding client conditions and treatment, and provided critical event reports to the Illinois Department on Aging per occurrence.
• Conducting home visits and safety checks.
• Recruit, screen, and select Home Care Aides
• Determine schedules and adequate staffing.
• Process employees' weekly payroll.
• Provide consultation and training to Home Care Aides to ensure quality care and service monitored Home Care Aides, identify problem situations, and assist in problem-solving for optimum outcomes.
• Evaluated job performance of staff and provided performance reviews, corrective action, or other disciplinary/performance and re-education.
• Assures proper maintenance of clients' files following local, state, and federal laws.
• Ensures that client records are complete and current
• Responsible for ongoing training and quarterly in-service conferences

DCFS Visitation Monitor and Transportation Supervisor

• Monitored supervised visits between parents and children, and recorded observable interactions and conversations to prepare reports of visits for courts.
• Provide transportation for Parents and or children to and from visiting locations.
• Ensure safe environment is maintained; provide support and encouragement for parents and children

Office Manager

Reggies Heating And Appliance Repair Services
07.2016 - 05.2018
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.

Area Supervisor Manager/Assistant Store Manager

Ross Dress For Less
01.2016 - 07.2016

• Responsible for all Store Operations
• Key Holder
• Responsible for the training and oversight of all Associates
• Scheduling employees
• Entering payroll
• Open and close the store
• Managing the Cash Office
• Merchandise the store
• Supervise Receiving
• Supervise the sales team
• Ensure the provision of superior customer service
• Monitor the movement of merchandise

Education

High School Diploma -

Kankakee High School
Kankakee, IL

Human Resource

Capella University
05.2020 - 06.2021

Business Administration

Western Govenors University
07.2021 - 08.2023

Skills

  • Branch Operations Management
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relationships
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Team Supervision
  • Relationship building and management
  • Client Relationship Management

Timeline

Branch Manager

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions
09.2022 - 04.2024

Business Administration

Western Govenors University
07.2021 - 08.2023

Human Resource

Capella University
05.2020 - 06.2021

Staffing Supervisor

Help At Home LLC
06.2018 - 07.2020

Office Manager

Reggies Heating And Appliance Repair Services
07.2016 - 05.2018

Area Supervisor Manager/Assistant Store Manager

Ross Dress For Less
01.2016 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Kankakee High School
Sherika Harris