Diane Knox
*** ********** ****, *******, ** *****
Cell 404-***-**** ( *******@*****.***
Qualifications Profile
Solid experience in operational support services within the home
improvement retail industry.
> Adept in organizational management and building support services
> Supervised up to 40 employees during operational positions
> Awarded "Employee of the Month" five times
> Received "Marvin Ellison Award" from the Vice President of The Home
Depot for above and beyond customer service
> Corporate building support specializing in batteries, elevators,
lift equipment, store equipment, and tube systems
> Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and Total Maintenance
Systems-Facility Source
Education and Credentials
College Education
Georgia State University - Atlanta, GA
Experience
The Home Depot, Atlanta, GA
BUILDING SERVICES SPECIALIST, 2001 - 2013
Analyzed and authorized repairs and replacement of in-store equipment for
2,000 stores within the United States and the Virgin Islands.
. Expedited and managed 100 purchase and work orders per week, on
average, for various types of equipment.
. Served as a liaison between Regional and Store Managers and equipment
vendors.
. Gathered and researched historical data such as aging, cost, and
lease end.
. Authorized repairs and/or new equipment purchases by analyzing
historical costs of repairs versus new equipment costs.
. Created a system for tracking lift-equipment batteries that provided
accurate age and cost data.
. Responsible for exchanging, obtaining, and removing of temporary and
seasonal equipment.
. Reconciled vendor accounts ensuring closing of orders and payments
within the company policy.
. Aided in the creation of the specialist position by recognizing the
needs of more extensive research to better service analysts and
stores.
. Gained knowledge of repair requirements on all store equipment used
in operations prior to promotion to specialist.
. Specifically requested by Building Services Manager for specialized
projects.
The Home Depot, Greater Atlanta Area, GA
FRONT-END MANAGER, 1991 TO 2001
Worked in various positions in The Home Depot Retail Stores.
. Gained knowledge of operations management while reporting directly to
the Operations Manager.
. Managed and trained 40 employees consisting of five head cashiers, 25
cashiers, and 10 lot associates.
. Responsible for management of front-end operations which included
check-out, loading, and returns.
. Audited cash and created daily bank deposits and tills.
. Involved in new-hire interview process.
. Recommended staff for promotions.
. Achieved the lowest "Bad-Checks" rate within the district for two
consecutive years.
. Adhered to corporate guidelines and excelled in customer service.
. Performed various functions within the store including custom orders,
expediting, receiving, and returns to vendor.
References
Joe Madison Home Depot 770-***-**** x 15109 / cell 404-***-****
Mary Awtrey Cbeyond cell 770-***-****