Karen Morrow
Ankeny, IA *****
*************@*******.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Marketer, LeafFilter North, Inc. – Johnston, IA
October 2017 to Present
Set up and break down display. Engage customers and assess their need for our products. Give presentation and sign them up for an estimate. Complete and send in paperwork at end of shift. Delivery Driver, FedEx Ground - Grimes, IA
November 2017 to December 2017 - Seasonal
Scanned and loaded truck with parcels. Delivered parcels to residential and businesses. Sales Consultant, Bluegreen Vacations – Altoona, IA April 2016 to November 2017
Engage and build rapport with shoppers, promote vacation packages, and close sale with customers. Enter sales into computer.
Delivery Driver, Fed Ex Ground – Grimes, IA
November 2015 to December 2015 – Seasonal
Scanned and loaded truck with parcels. Delivered parcels to residential and businesses. Sales Specialist, Dewey Dodge - Ankeny, IA
April 2015 to November 2015
Present vehicles based on customer needs/desires, give detailed descriptions and answer any questions, close sales, file all necessary paperwork, coordinate accommodations prior to pick up, and follow up with all customers to ensure satisfaction. Sales and Distribution Associate, G&K Services - Pleasant Hill, IA January 2015 to March 2015
Sold, serviced and delivered product. Ordered and managed inventory accurately via scanner. Provided knowledgeable information for all the customer's needs. Delivery Driver, FedEx Ground – Grimes, IA
November 2014 to December 2014 - Seasonal
Scanned and loaded truck with parcels. Delivered parcels to residential and businesses. City Carrier, US Postal Service - Des Moines, IA
October 2014 to November 2014
Organized and cased all mail in sequence for an established route. Inventoried mail using a scanner. Delivered and collected mail by foot or by vehicle. Maintained professional relations with customers.
Machine Operator, Pepsico - Urbandale, IA
January 2012 to October 2014
Operated all bottling machinery and vehicles. Focused attention to the quality of our product through the processing phase. Utilized time management for production of time sensitive material. Inventory Auditor, Environmental Waste Management, Bridgestone - Des Moines, IA July 1998 to December 2009
As an Inventory Auditor I monitored proper labeling and storage of products. Compared requisition orders with stock. Relocated stock using forklift. Logged received items. Inspected and maintained inventory. Created and adhered to standard operating procedures. Prepared configuration documents. Identified and corrected any discrepancies. Entered all data onto computer. In Environmental Waste Management I picked up and disposed of hazardous material. Maintained upkeep of grounds. As a Rubber Trucker I transported skids of rubber using a forklift. Owner/Operator, KM Upholstery - Des Moines, IA
May 1983 to September 2003
Managed all aspects of the business. Provided free In-home estimates to discuss fabrics, colors, style and texture. Free pick-up and delivery of furniture. Accommodated customer's specifications. Removed old fabric and made any necessary repairs to furniture. Measured, cut and attached new fabric, fasteners, grommets, buttons, trim etc. Replaced foam, batting or other components needed. Operated sewing machines and numerous hand tools. Payment collection and book-keeping. Education
High school diploma
Skills
• Purchasing
• Budgeting
• Marketing
• Sales Experience
• Delivery Driver Experience
Certifications and Licenses
DOT Medical Card
Driver's license
Additional Information / Skills
• Knowledge in furniture construction, all fabrics and quality of different materials such as foam and interior workings
• Enhanced abilities to manage time, organize for efficiency and accuracy, make informed decisions, problem solve and pay close attention to detail
• Knowledge of most tools, Cash Handling, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Budgeting
• Home repair, Volunteer crew leader for Habitat for Humanity
• Management, Sales/Advertising, Bookkeeping/Purchasing, Inventory Control, Creativity/Resourcefulness, Employee supervision