Tarah Shepard
Springville,CA
Summary
I am currently a stay at home mother looking to re-enter the work force now that my children are old enough to fend for themselves so to speak. I'm smart, professional, timely and honest. I always strive to be my very best in everything I do.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Coordinator/HR Coordinator/Accounts Payable Manager
Choice Chemical Inc
Visalia, CA
02.2008 - 01.2012
- Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
- Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired 4 employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Managed employees health coverage/life insurance benefits that the company provided
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over hundreds of invoices per month.
Receptionist
Choice Chemical Inc
Visalia , CA
04.2005 - 02.2008
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Coordinated catering and set up conference rooms for corporate and client meetings.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
Sales Associate
Pet Fair
Porterville, CA
08.2004 - 04.2005
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Enhanced product presentation and promotional material displays, working alongside retail representatives.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Greeted customers, offered assistance in finding requested items and carried merchandise to checkout line.
Education
Porterville Academy of Business
Porterville High School
Porterville, CA06.2005
Springville School
Springville, CA06.2001
Skills
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Professionally Personable
- Proactive and Focused
- Time Management
Timeline
HR Coordinator/HR Coordinator/Accounts Payable Manager
Choice Chemical Inc
02.2008 - 01.2012
Receptionist
Choice Chemical Inc
04.2005 - 02.2008
Sales Associate
Pet Fair
08.2004 - 04.2005
Porterville Academy of Business
Porterville High School
Springville School
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