JONATHAN PATRICK BISER
Springfield, VA M: +1-202-***-**** E: *****.*****@*****.***
“To assume a role that capitalizes on my 15 years of my excellent customer service and management skills.”
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Over 15 years combined experience in customer service, retail and management
Superb organizational skills – Ability to prioritize, multi-task, lead, direct, and solve problems effectively
Strong verbal communication skills for dealing effectively with all types of personalities
Highly trained in sales tactics and marketing strategies
Proficient computing/data entry skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)
WORK HISTORY
EXPERIENCE MANAGER
AMERICAN GIRL
March 2016 –Present
Vienna VA www.mattel.com
Directly responsible for all customer service & retention – Listened closely to customer’s needs & determined best possible response, solution & resolved to customer's satisfaction
Worked directly with Senior leadership on new initiatives to improve customer experience
Planned, coordinated and executed store events - Managed all sort of the event operations – The facility selection, contracting, pricing, transportation, accommodations, food and beverage selections and audio/visual service arrangements
Negotiated and managed contracts with charities, hotels, schools & businesses
Lead the team effectively to ensure all key sale floor zones are covered while associates are engaging the customers
BARTENDER/TRAINER
TGI Fridays
July 2005 – October 2012 returned July 2015 - present
Springfield VA www.tgifridays.com
Utilize high levels of energy and superior multitasking abilities to meet demand in high volume bar
Responsible for training and development of bartenders with proper attention to detail and policy
Maintain Inventory control to keep cost low and insure exceptional cleanliness
Ensure safety and A+ customer service of 200+ guests bar and checking proper identification
Communicate well and use strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with guest and coworkers
GENERAL MANAGER
GameStop INC
September 2012 – November 2014
Alexandria VA www.gamestop.com
Ranked top 10% in overall company performance nationwide
Reached sales quotas consistently from multiple store locations/assignments
Succeeded in several cross promotions with stores, making flyers and displays using creative talents
Managed inventory levels effectively (ordering, receiving, price changes, handling damaged products, etc.)
Supervised store operations, including safety, security, banking and profit/loss
Involved with human resources, specifically recruiting, performance evaluations and scheduling
Inspired sales staff to develop and implement special promotions and events
Directed sales floor activities, assisted customers and addressed customer concerns
SECURITY CONSULTANT
Frontpoint® Security Solutions
December 2014 – June 2015
Vienna, VA www.frontpointsecurity.com
Received phone calls and handled product/service inquiries from valued customers
Collaborated with customers to identify their needs and ultimately close sales
Encoded customer information into the company database while upholding trust and confidentiality
Met sales quotas and targets persistently
EDUCATION
Technology Retraining Internship Program I Northern Virginia Community College I Annandale, VA (2005)
High School Diploma I Edgerton Academy (Home School) I Springfield, VA (2001)