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Maryann Melton

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

I am a reliable worker who is looking for full time work. I have had over 30 years experience working with customers and also have been working in the Animal industry for the last year.

Outstanding customer service and personal service abilities with first-rate skills in vendor liaison and vendor communications.

Customer-focused, self-motivated leader with skill in growing business relations, sales and generating practical solutions based on client demand.

Always a respectful and friendly person.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Animal Care Attendant & Volunteer Coordinator

SPCA New Zealand
10.2023 - Current
  • Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as per veterinarian''s instructions.
  • Enhanced facility cleanliness through regular maintenance of animal living spaces, reducing the risk of disease transmission.
  • Provided compassionate care for animals, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being during their stay at the facility.
  • Assisted with successful adoption events, matching animals with suitable forever homes.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to provide comprehensive medical care for animals under treatment or rehabilitation programs.
  • Contributed to positive public relations efforts by answering inquiries about available animals and providing excellent customer service during visits to the facility.
  • Assessed incoming animals'' behavior and health status to determine appropriate placement within the facility or referral to specialized services when necessary.
  • Supported animal surgeries by preparing animals, maintaining surgical equipment, and monitoring animal condition after surgery.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Maintained regular communication with volunteers through newsletters, social media updates, and personal check-ins, keeping them engaged and informed about upcoming opportunities.
  • Worked on the reception desk, answering phones, welcoming clients and the public assisting with enquiries. Updating intakes and booking in appointments. Also following up with overdue accounts.

Storeroom Supervisor

Woolworths Supermarket
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Improved storeroom efficiency by implementing an effective inventory management system.
  • Increased accuracy in inventory tracking by conducting regular audits and reconciliations.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies through thorough analysis and resolution of inventory issues.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free storeroom environment.
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks/vehicles using a forklift, managing traffic in and out of storeroom to ensure safety compliance were met.

Longlife Manager

Countdown Supermarket
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Meeting KPIs, sales, wage and stock loss budgets.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Quality Control Officer (Secondment Role)

Countdown Produce Distribution Centre
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Documented inspection results by completing logs.
  • Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and taking measurement tests.
  • Inspected incoming products for adherence to labeling laws and company quality standards.
  • Instructed vendors or contractors on quality guidelines, safety procedures, testing procedures and ways to eliminate deficiencies.
  • Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.

Produce Department Manager

Countdown Supermarket
04.2017 - 02.2022
  • Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Coached and mentored new team members.
  • Selected items for specials and marked down items to reduce losses.
  • Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
  • Enhanced communication between patrons and team members to cultivate upbeat, team-oriented culture.
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs.
  • Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
  • Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
  • Assisted customers with produce questions.

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Longlife Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2014 - 03.2017
  • Handled a number of calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Ran large teams, day team, night team and also Perishables department up to 40 people each store.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Was the duty manager running the store when Store Manager was absent.

Nightfill Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Managed team of approx 20 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.

Persihables 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.

Seafood Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Provided detailed information to customers about available seafood products and self-service items.
  • Prepared and placed seafood cuts and products in display counter to appeal to customers.
  • Trained team members on proper ways to cut variety of fish to eliminate waste from incorrect cutting.
  • Wrapped, weighed, labeled and priced cuts of seafood.
  • Managed daily work schedules for seafood staff.
  • Created clean and inviting appearance for fresh seafood cases to encourage sales.
  • Improved staff morale and reduced employee turnover.
  • Encouraged departmental employees to present positive, exemplary image to customers.
  • Conducted forecasting to determine possible changes and issues for supply chain business.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Supervised staff of 10 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.
  • Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Checkout 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
01.1998 - 01.2005
  • Managed team of 120 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.

Checkout Supervisor

Countdown Supermarket
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Collaborated with managers and human resources in building talented teams dedicated to customer satisfaction.
  • Checked workers and recorded performance for presentation to shift leaders.
  • Managed theft prevention with focus on minimizing product losses.
  • Supervised multi-cultural teams of 110 members, enforcing compliance with operational policies and procedures.
  • Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.

Checkout Operator

Countdown Supermarket
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Operated and closed out drawers with high accuracy to maintain balanced registers.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Taught associates to operate cash registers and back up team members during busy periods.
  • Realigned shelf, bin and rack merchandise to restore presentation of items and promote sales.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Collected and authorized payments of guests.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

Education

5th And 6th Form Certificate - Typing, Te Reo Maori, Science

Onslow College
Wellington, WGN
12.1993

Skills

  • Retail inventory management
  • Display production
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Quality control analysis
  • Administration and management
  • Retail management experience
  • Strategic selling
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • High-quality customer service
  • Reception skills
  • Animal Care Level 3 certificate NZ
  • Fear free shelter certificate
  • Shelter Buddy experience

Certification

NZ Level 3 Certificate in Animal Care


Fear Free Shelter Certificate


Forklift Operator with AB Equipment NZ vaild til 2025


Liquor Licence Holder NZ valid til 2025


First Aid Certificate with St John's NZ valid til 2025

Referees

Sandy Allen

Recent Countdown Price Integrity Manager

Countdown Levin

0279051090


Antonia Jane

SPCA Centre Manager

Levin Centre

021992118

Antonia.jane@spca.nz


Tayla Yates

Deli Supervisor

Levin Woolworths

02040866266

Taytayyates11@gmail.com

Timeline

Animal Care Attendant & Volunteer Coordinator

SPCA New Zealand
10.2023 - Current

Storeroom Supervisor

Woolworths Supermarket
08.2023 - 10.2023

Longlife Manager

Countdown Supermarket
10.2022 - 08.2023

Quality Control Officer (Secondment Role)

Countdown Produce Distribution Centre
02.2022 - 09.2022

Produce Department Manager

Countdown Supermarket
04.2017 - 02.2022

Longlife Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2014 - 03.2017

Persihables 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
01.2010 - 01.2011

Nightfill Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2009 - 01.2013

Seafood Manager

Countdown Supermarket
01.2006 - 01.2008

Checkout 2IC

Countdown Supermarket
01.1998 - 01.2005

Checkout Supervisor

Countdown Supermarket
01.1996 - 01.1998

Checkout Operator

Countdown Supermarket
01.1994 - 01.1996

5th And 6th Form Certificate - Typing, Te Reo Maori, Science

Onslow College
Maryann Melton