Brett Thomas
**** * ****** **, ********, Idaho **646 . Tel.: 208-***-****
Objective
Seeking a position where I can effectively contribute to operations in any
capacity that best matches my skills and experience.
Summary of Strengths
A tremendously organized and ambitious professional with over 10 years of
experience in t Sales, Human Resources and Customer Service industry.
Possess the excellent ability of multi-tasking, time keeping and
prioritizing. Expert in generating revenue growth, achieving sales goals,
developing and implementing retention strategies, and securing contract
agreements from previously non-contracted customers. I offer Profound
written and oral communication skills and am Computer literate.
Relevant Experience
Server, Red Lobster, Boise Idaho
June 2010 to present
o Highly organized and personable server with exceptional experience in
providing customer service that goes above and beyond restaurant
expectations.
o Dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction by remaining accessible and
friendly.
o Exceptional interpersonal and team building skills with an aptitude for
building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Management,
colleagues and a talent for diffusing issues prior to escalation.
o Skilled at anticipating, identifying and fulfilling customer needs and
clarifying specials orders.
o Successful at multi-tasking while remaining professional, courteous and
friendly in a fast paced environment.
Field Service Manager / Human Resource Assistant
Intralot, Inc., Boise, Idaho 08/2006-09/2009
. Demonstrated products to potential customers when company was selected
as a final bidder in addition to conducting product demonstrations at
trade shows and special events.
. Conducted Train-the-Trainer courses and Product Sales Training for
external customers.
. Presented over 100 training courses to ensure Customer Service Staff
and Help Desk operators were knowledgeable on all satellite
communications systems, Point of Sale products and able to exceed
expected customer service levels
. Served as the Human Resource Assistant for the Idaho office supporting
the Human Resource Manager located in Georgia
. Partnered with all levels of management to develop and implement
staffing plans, conducted interviews, assisted managers with candidate
selection, sourced candidates at open houses, career fairs, through
the internet and networking, was responsible for making job offers and
negotiating salary
. Coordinated orientations and exit interviews for part-time and
temporary employees
. Completed a training program on Affirmative Action Hiring Procedures,
EEOC Compliance, and Labor Laws
. Supervised staff to meet operations standards, company policies and
procedures
. Was responsible for the continuing education, training, and
certification of new and existing employees, repaired presentations
and training manuals
. Provided guidance in Compensation and Benefits, Compliance Issues,
Employee Performance, Employee Relations, Professional Development,
Termination/Resignation
. Implemented maintenance programs, operational procedures and training
regiments required to meet contractual service level agreements, such
as time to repair and preventive maintenance scheduling
. Produced regular reports demonstrating departmental activity,
budgetary needs, product and employee performance
. Managed fleet assets, warehouse supplies for the upkeep and operational
status of 1050 retailers and their associated lottery machines and
equipment.
Sales Manager
Pehir, Inc., Idaho Falls, Idaho 06/2004-08/2006
. Provided superior customer service to clients and implemented business
development plans emphasizing on increasing sales and knowledge of
products and services
. Trained mechanics and shop managers to effectively operate equipment
designed for automotive system flushes and preventative maintenance
procedures
. Created and delivered sales training programs and educational
presentations for customers to increase sales and motivate personnel
for up selling to customers
. Maintained all inventories, pertaining to customer's requirements and
forecasting their need for supplies on a weekly rotation
. Oversaw the delivery, shipping and training safety standards in
handling hazardous material
. Supervised a 4-man team emphasizing on inventory control and business
development
. Designed and implemented programs to increase sales and promote
customer service in mechanic shops detail shops and car dealerships.
Education
MBA in Business Administration and Management (in progress)
Grand Canyon University 06/2010
B.A. in Business Administration and Management
Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho 08/2004
United States Navy 90-94
References
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