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Hayleah Leonard

Lyons,IL

Summary

Driven professional with a strong background in retail operations and asset protection, honed at Ross Dress For Less. Excelled in staff training and teamwork, significantly reducing shrinkage levels and providing exceptional customer service. Highly-motivated employee with strong work ethic, adaptability, multitasking skills, and a desire to take on new challenges.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress For Less
01.2023 - Current
  • Enforced company policies in regards to safety, security, and asset protection.
  • Developed strategies for reducing shrinkage levels within the store environment.
  • Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
  • Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.
  • Maintained a safe and secure environment for customers and employees.

Store Associate

Ross Dress For Less
07.2021 - 12.2022
  • Processed returns and exchanges according to company policy.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills at all times.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and maintained inventory levels.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures for store operation.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.

Freezer Warehouse Sanitation

K-VA-T Food Stores Inc.
10.2019 - 03.2021
  • Responded quickly to spills or accidents to minimize damage or contamination.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating the pallet jack, such as wearing protective gear and adhering to speed limits.
  • Loaded and unloaded dozens of pallets per day from trucks using a pallet jack.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times per company regulations.
  • Stacked empty pallets in designated areas for reuse or recycling.
  • Trained new employees on safe and proper pallet jack operation, demonstrating and observing to verify employee readiness.

Assistant Store Leader

Sally Beauty
08.2014 - 06.2019
  • Managed returns and exchanges efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Oversaw daily operations by delegating tasks, managing shift changes and conducting keyholder duties to open and close business.
  • Trained staff on daily duties and supervised and provided feedback, resulting in improved performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.

Education

High School Diploma -

John S Battle High School
Bristol
05.2014

Skills

  • Asset Protection Techniques
  • Detail Oriented
  • Staff Training
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Retail Operations
  • Continuous Improvement

Timeline

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress For Less
01.2023 - Current

Store Associate

Ross Dress For Less
07.2021 - 12.2022

Freezer Warehouse Sanitation

K-VA-T Food Stores Inc.
10.2019 - 03.2021

Assistant Store Leader

Sally Beauty
08.2014 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

John S Battle High School
Hayleah Leonard