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Kapolei, Hawaii

Kapolei, Hawaii

Assist General Commercial and Transportation underwriters by performing clerical tasks, rating and issuing of new, renewal, and endorsement business. Effectively use various software programs such as POINT, Paradox, AURA, ImageRight, Word, and Excel for data access, analysis, entry and processing. Able to multitask and independently prioritize daily workload to meet production, quality, and time standards.

Coast Guard Exchange System Red Hill

Oversaw operations at Mini Mart with the assistance of 2 Department Supervisors. Oversaw operations at Gas Station with 5 employees. Responsible for scheduling and evaluations of all employees at both locations. Maintained Shipping and Receiving Log for both stores. Ensured implementation of CGES Sales and Promotions. In charge of Fiscal responsibilities including securing and maintaining change fund for both stores. Verified cash reconciliation information and completed bank deposits during the end of day procedures. Responsible for communications to HQ or Regional staff in a timely and effective manner. Responsible for Customer service. Hands on selling during cashier breaks/ lunches/ peak traffic times.

Coast Guard Exchange System Main Exchange Sand Island

Determined merchandise mix for electronics, apparel, housewares, and jewelry departments with a total of $1.4 M in sales volume. Determined the range of prices in each product line in order to maximize sales and profit. Maintained inventory using open-to-buy budgets. Evaluated product sell through and determined appropriate markdown action to meet out of stock dates.Responsible for planning and buying the merchandise for all local ads. Worked with local vendors to ensure enough merchandise to meet customer demand. Maintained department visual presentation by planning and executing resets of departments. Also participated in stocking and order as needed to fill shelves.

Coast Guard Exchange System Red Hill

Monitor Store Security by following opening and closing procedures to ensure employee safety and protection of CGES assets. Handled customer complaints and approve refunds and adjustments per Retail Manager. Supervision of 5-8 employees including cashiers and stockers.Provide oversight on cash control procedures. Handles cashier's need for cash drop verification, voids, over rings, and refunds. Verified cash reconciliation information and in the case of a discrepancy, research immediately and correct.Maintained inventory by working with local vendors for all consumable/ perishable items. Issued purchase orders and charge backs as necessary. Helped in the pricing and stocking of merchandise.Maintain accounting paperwork for all receipts, invoices of merchandise, and supplies.

East Liverpool, Oh/ Ashtabula, Oh/ Celina, Oh

Entered Management Training Program upon graduation from college. Learned all positions and operations in large department store, front to back. Promoted to management position within first year. Opened 2 new stores, rotated to 3 different stores.1995-1998 Sr. Merchandise ManagerResponsible for all the women's apparel and accessory lines including the jewelry department with annual revenues of $1.7 M. Chose from buyer's assortment, tailoring mix to each store's customers.Maintained high profile at peak hours of busy store in high traffic strip mall location. Supervised the customer service and selling floor activities of 10-12 employees.Controlled merchandise inventory by following established company policies for sales, mark downs, clearing stock. Authorized to use own initiative, make decisions on the spot with the main goal being profitability.Led by example and treating employees fairly. Developed good rapport with all ages. Used organizational skills to plan and coordinate scheduling, ensuring that everyone received needed managerial support.Responsible for overseeing visual presentation ensuring a neat, clean, and inviting area making it easier for customers to shop. District Winner, 1997: won of 23 other J.C.Penney stores in district for final quarter holiday performance, presentation, merchandise mix, team spirit, sales. store received generous cash award.Participated in exciting preparations for Grand Opening of store, attended by district and regional company executives. Worked long hours for several weeks to meet deadlines.

Dual Bachelor Of Arts Degrees, Business Administration & Sociology, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Delta Sigma PiSophomore - Senior

Freshman

Activities and Societies: Marching and concert bands