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Glenda Crawford

Oakville,ON

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Floral Laborer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Gardener

Glenda's Gardening
04.2018 - Current
  • Provided advice and recommendations to clients on plant selection, garden design and maintenance for enhanced client support.
  • Planned and designed gardens by selecting plants and layouts to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces.
  • Developed expertise in wide range of botanical categories, enabling versatile design options for clients'' unique preferences.
  • Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
  • Educated clients on proper plant care techniques, ensuring long-term success of their gardens.
  • Revitalized underperforming gardens by diagnosing issues and implementing effective restoration plans.
  • Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.

Sales Associate

Mariani Watch Boutique
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Retail Merchandiser

Cherry Creek Nursery
05.2018 - 07.2022
  • Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
  • Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.

Seasonal Department Employee

Home Depot
04.2016 - 08.2018
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Skills

  • Garden center knowledge
  • Customer Assistance
  • Plant Selection and Care Advising
  • Using hand tools
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Plant care and maintenance
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sales floor organization
  • Money Handling
  • Gift Wrapping
  • Merchandising and Display
  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Ability to Lift 40 pounds

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sales Associate

Mariani Watch Boutique
09.2021 - 09.2022

Retail Merchandiser

Cherry Creek Nursery
05.2018 - 07.2022

Gardener

Glenda's Gardening
04.2018 - Current

Seasonal Department Employee

Home Depot
04.2016 - 08.2018

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