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Tamara Jacobs

Welch,MN

Summary

With a proven track record at Coborn's Marketplace, I excel in customer service and inventory management, enhancing satisfaction and operational efficiency. My leadership in diverse roles—from managing healthcare and general merchandise to creative floral design—demonstrates exceptional team leadership and problem-solving abilities, driving profitability and fostering strong relationships.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager Healthcare/General Merchandise/Floral Shop

Coborn's Marketplace
01.2019 - Current
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Floral Designer

Coborn's Marketplace
02.2014 - 12.2018
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and unique floral designs tailored to individual preferences.
  • Managed inventory effectively, ensuring optimal levels of fresh flowers and supplies while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety standards and minimizing potential hazards for staff and customers.
  • Adapted quickly to changing trends in the floral industry, acquiring new skills as needed to effectively serve diverse client needs.

Service Counter / Front End Cashier

Coborn's Marketplace
02.2012 - 01.2014
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly and maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Warmly welcomed customers upon approaching counter and placing orders.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the counter.
  • Operated register efficiently, reducing wait times and improving customer experience.
  • Professionally answered telephones and responded to customer inquiries.

Home Daycare Provider for Granddaughter

At Home Grandmother
12.2009 - 01.2012

Provided daily care for granddaughter

  • Developed lessons and activities to promote granddaughter's physical and emotional development.
  • Offered early language exposure through story time sessions fostering literacy skills.

Home Remodel and Redesign

At Home
06.2007 - 11.2009
  • Streamlined project timelines by effectively managing subcontractors, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Handled all financial matters, issues and cost negotiations with contractors.
  • Oversaw details of home improvement loan with Dakota County

Home Care Provider

Mother
03.2006 - 03.2007
  • Provided on-site care for Mother, in the final stages of Parkinson's disease
  • Transported Mother for medical and personal outings.

Education

Vocational Degree - Visual Merchandising

Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN

Certificate of Completion - Department Leaders Academy

Aurora Business Solutions
Online Course Study
05-2021

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Schedule preparation
  • Budget control
  • Clear communication
  • Inventory management
  • Vendor management
  • Computer skills
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Manager Healthcare/General Merchandise/Floral Shop

Coborn's Marketplace
01.2019 - Current

Floral Designer

Coborn's Marketplace
02.2014 - 12.2018

Service Counter / Front End Cashier

Coborn's Marketplace
02.2012 - 01.2014

Home Daycare Provider for Granddaughter

At Home Grandmother
12.2009 - 01.2012

Home Remodel and Redesign

At Home
06.2007 - 11.2009

Home Care Provider

Mother
03.2006 - 03.2007

Vocational Degree - Visual Merchandising

Dakota County Technical College

Certificate of Completion - Department Leaders Academy

Aurora Business Solutions
Tamara Jacobs