Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
Kara Hayden

Kara Hayden

Sales Associate
St. Thomas,ON

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Footwear position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Distributor

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current

SWEETLEGS Independent Distributor

  • Identified customers' needs and provided information on appropriate products in effort to promote cross-selling.
  • Determine pricing schedules and discount rates.
  • Forged and cultivated strong relationships with customers within fast-paced and constantly moving environment.
  • Provided technical assistance when needed regarding product features or usage instructions
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Merchandiser

BLAZE MARKETING
02.2018 - 01.2021


  • Execution of relines at Sobeys and Freshco Stores
  • Lead Hand
  • Use Handheld TLC (cellphone) to execute reports
  • Completed audits
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
  • Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
  • Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.

Pharmacy Assistant/Store Front Manager

WESTMOUNT MEDICAL PHARMACY
02.2013 - 02.2018


  • Log Narcotics
  • Maintained prescription records, scanning through Kroll
  • Give Patients their prescriptions and collect payment
  • Receive merchandise through Inventory POS software
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
  • Performed filing, copying, faxing and other clerical tasks.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
  • Maintained inventory records by restocking shelves with pharmaceuticals.
  • Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Managed and received inventory by checking deliveries, counting stock, monitoring medication expiration dates and placing orders.l
  • Processed payments from customers using cash registers and debit and credit card terminals.
  • Completed daily paperwork associated with filling prescriptions accurately.
  • Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return

Seasonal Liquor Sales, Cashier, Stock Associate

LCBO
11.2012 - 12.2012


  • Execute Licensee orders
  • Performed cashier opening and closing duties such as counting out tills and preparing deposits for bank runs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout areas.
  • Delivered superior service to customers by establishing positive support and meeting shopping needs.
  • Followed proper payment processing procedures including credit cards and checks.
  • Organized shelves and displays to maintain an orderly appearance throughout the store.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts
  • Bagged and boxed and gift-wrapped fragile merchandise to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.

Postal Manager

ZELLERS
01.2005 - 12.2012


  • Answer questions regarding mail regulations and procedures
  • Opened & maintained Postal Boxes Rentals
  • Executed Money transfers
  • Coordinated retail product display, stocking and pricing.
  • Provided training to new employees on proper handling techniques for different types of items being shipped or delivered.
  • Directed daily sorting of mail into designated categories according to postal regulations.
  • Tracked inventory levels of supplies used in the shipping process such as labels, packaging materials.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding mailing processes and procedures.
  • Drafted and submitted detailed reports of post office activities to supervisors.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to mail delivery services in a timely manner.
  • Collected payments for mail services or goods.
  • Supervised and coordinated postal facility's operational, management, and supportive services.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
  • Inventoried stock and placed new orders to maintain supplies for expected demand.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the register area.
  • Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
  • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Prepared reports to track mail volumes, fees and other related data.
  • Upsold postal services like insurance and tracking.

Cashier/Merchandiser

ZELLERS
01.1992 - 12.2005
  • Stock shelves, create pricing labels on shelves & items
  • Planograms and Zone-a-grams
  • Establish or identify prices of goods, cash registers, overrides, scanners organizations of media
  • Order & replenish stock through PDT'S
  • Printed and put up sale events
  • Receive payment by cash/check/credit cards/gift
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
  • Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
  • Grew product knowledge and fashion expertise continually, helped customers find shoes, fashion to complement outfits and suggested items to match needs.

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma -

Ancaster High & Vocational School
06.1989

Medical Terminology -

Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON

Skills

  • Proficient in Computer Applications
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel Proficiency
  • Skilled in Navigating Internet Explorer
  • PharmaClik
  • Kroll
  • Digital Messaging Expertise
  • Adaptable in Fast-Paced Environments
  • Effective Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Proficient Task Prioritization
  • Adherence to Confidential Information Standards
  • WHIMIS/MSDS
  • Collaborative Team Member
  • Proficient Typing Skills
  • Proven Ability to Work Autonomously
  • Vendor management
  • Event planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficient in Oral and Written Communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Business management
  • Product distribution
  • Professionalism
  • Leadership skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Self motivated
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Community Service

  • CALIPSO Committee
  • Poll Clerk Hamilton Municipal Elections - 2018
  • Poll Clerk Municipal Elections St Thomas - 2023
  • Volunteer for Scouts Canada
  • BAS events
  • Volunteer T-ball Coach
  • Mount Hope Public School Library - 2009-2010
  • Mount Hope Public School Gr 2 Classroom Helper

Hobbies and Interests

  • Markets
  • Outdoors
  • Cottage
  • Fishing
  • Animals
  • Reading

Timeline

Independent Distributor - Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
Merchandiser - BLAZE MARKETING
02.2018 - 01.2021
Pharmacy Assistant/Store Front Manager - WESTMOUNT MEDICAL PHARMACY
02.2013 - 02.2018
Seasonal Liquor Sales, Cashier, Stock Associate - LCBO
11.2012 - 12.2012
Postal Manager - ZELLERS
01.2005 - 12.2012
Cashier/Merchandiser - ZELLERS
01.1992 - 12.2005
Ancaster High & Vocational School - Ontario Secondary School Diploma,
Mohawk College - Medical Terminology,
Kara HaydenSales Associate