Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
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Carol Harland

Invercargill,STL

Summary

Dedicated garden retail professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices.

Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Reliable employee seeking garden related position.

Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience

Work History

Garden Procurement Officer & Stockfile Coordinator

Mega Mitre 10
Invercargill, Invercargill
01.2021 - Current
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit mar
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Supervisor of Green Garden

Mega Mitre 10
Invercargill, Invercargill
07.2018 - 01.2021
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Teacher's Aide

Newfield Park School
Invercargill
02.2014 - 12.2017
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.

Homebased Caregiver

Wild Things
Invercargill, Southland
03.2014 - 07.2018
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Team Leader Garden Center

Mega Mitre 10
Invercargill
05.2009 - 02.2012
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.

Mail Sorter

Max Anderson RD 1
Invercargill
08.2004 - 01.2009

Sorted mail & parcels into 500 mail slots and preparing for delivery

Education Support Worker/Administrative Assistant/

Ministry Of Education & Longbush Kindergarton
Invercargill, STL
02.2006 - 12.2008
  • Managed Access databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
  • Managed enrollments
  • one to one tutoring with special needs child under supervision of Head teacher
  • Attended professional development, IDP meetings

Education Support Worker

Ministry Of Education
Invercargill
02.2005 - 12.2005
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Education Support Worker

Ministry Of Education
Kaitaia
08.1998 - 11.2003
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Branch Supervisor

Zuellig Pharma
Invercargill
06.1991 - 01.1997
  • Maintained scheduling for main branch to keep shifts appropriately staffed.
  • Executed extensive variety of customer transactions according to institutional policy and procedures.
  • Assigned job roles and oversaw performance.
  • Managed maintenance of facility and grounds.
  • Oversaw opening and closing of branch and monitored overdrafts, wire transfers, collections and stop payment orders.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Developed and implemented office management procedures to increasing training team productivity and accuracy.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.

Warehouse Assistant

Community Pharmacy LTD (Branch Closed 1991)
Invercargill
02.1990 - 05.1991
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Satisfied documentation requirements by using SAP software to produce estimates, invoices and tracking spreadsheets.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.

Dental Assistant

Paul A .Reeves BDS Dental Surgeon
Kaitaia
05.1987 - 05.1989
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.

Computer Operator

Pharmacy Wholesalers
Invercargill
04.1982 - 05.1987
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Outlined appropriate processes and procedures to fulfill and complete inquiries.

Van Driver Salesperson

Kiwi Bacon Co
Invercargill
02.1980 - 04.1982
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Warehouse Assistant

Kempthorne Medical Supplies (Branch Closed)
Invercargill
11.1978 - 02.1980
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.

Dental Assistant

Alan Roddick BDS
Invercargill
02.1978 - 11.1978
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.

Labourer/Welder Assistant

Sheet Metal Craft
Invercargill
11.1977 - 02.1978
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.

Student Nurse

Southland Hospital Board
Invercargill
02.1977 - 11.1977
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
  • Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
  • Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
  • Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review.
  • Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.

Education

Moreau College ,
Dunedin

Skills

  • Gardening expertise
  • Garden center knowledge
  • Coordinating with supervisors
  • Supervisory experience
  • Procurement specialist
  • Procurement support

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of up to 10 staff members.
  • Team member of the year 2010
  • Team of the year 2021
  • Level 4 horticulture (see attached letter short 4 credits)

Additional Information

I have only added accomplishments relevant to my current roll. i have the 'green disease' so am passionate about everything green .

We recently purchased a 5 acre block so now interested more in natives & the use of shelter & general plantings.

Timeline

Garden Procurement Officer & Stockfile Coordinator

Mega Mitre 10
01.2021 - Current

Supervisor of Green Garden

Mega Mitre 10
07.2018 - 01.2021

Homebased Caregiver

Wild Things
03.2014 - 07.2018

Teacher's Aide

Newfield Park School
02.2014 - 12.2017

Team Leader Garden Center

Mega Mitre 10
05.2009 - 02.2012

Education Support Worker/Administrative Assistant/

Ministry Of Education & Longbush Kindergarton
02.2006 - 12.2008

Education Support Worker

Ministry Of Education
02.2005 - 12.2005

Mail Sorter

Max Anderson RD 1
08.2004 - 01.2009

Education Support Worker

Ministry Of Education
08.1998 - 11.2003

Branch Supervisor

Zuellig Pharma
06.1991 - 01.1997

Warehouse Assistant

Community Pharmacy LTD (Branch Closed 1991)
02.1990 - 05.1991

Dental Assistant

Paul A .Reeves BDS Dental Surgeon
05.1987 - 05.1989

Computer Operator

Pharmacy Wholesalers
04.1982 - 05.1987

Van Driver Salesperson

Kiwi Bacon Co
02.1980 - 04.1982

Warehouse Assistant

Kempthorne Medical Supplies (Branch Closed)
11.1978 - 02.1980

Dental Assistant

Alan Roddick BDS
02.1978 - 11.1978

Labourer/Welder Assistant

Sheet Metal Craft
11.1977 - 02.1978

Student Nurse

Southland Hospital Board
02.1977 - 11.1977

Moreau College ,
Carol Harland