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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Gregory Fisher

St George,QLD

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Extensive experience in managing retail sales, inventory control and monitoring. Well-versed in running successful retail store, including opening and closing procedures. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rural Merchandise Sales

Elders
St George, QLD
07.2007 - 01.2024
  • Forecasting, ordering and receival of stock.
  • Sale of merchandise including animal health, agricultural chemicals, fertilizers, general merchandise (fencing, water products).
  • Developed and monitored inventory control systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
  • On-farm delivery and loading of vehicles.
  • Negotiated movement of product between branches.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of audit and compliance standards.
  • Handled high volume sales with cash, credit and gift card transactions, balancing cash draw at end of shift with 100% accuracy rate.
  • Greeted guests promptly with positive attitude and asked open-ended questions to better understand shopping needs.
  • Developing, building and maintaining client relationships.
  • Resolved client complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Assisted clients in selecting appropriate products for their specific needs.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations of the merchandise sales team.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Organized promotional events to generate interest in new products and services, in consultation with suppliers.
  • Workplace, Health and Safety officer.
  • Workplace Health and Safety Chair.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Provided guidance on product selection based on client needs assessment and provide quotes to clients promptly.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.

Cotton Farmhand

Todd Farming
St George, QLD
01.2001 - 06.2007
  • Tractor driving and machinery operation.
  • Basic machine maintenance.
  • Inter-row crops.
  • Syphons - starting/stopping.
  • Completed harvesting activities using tractors and other heavy equipment.
  • Monitored irrigation systems to ensure adequate water supply for crop growth.
  • Executed backhoes and front-loading devices to move trees, dig ditches and unload soil to complete grounds maintenance.
  • Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.

Shop Hand

Fountain Industries
Dalby, QLD
01.2000 - 12.2001
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
  • Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
  • Aluminum casting.
  • Lathe/drilling work.

Tractor Operator

Jim Leahy
SW Queensland, QLD
09.1999 - 12.2000
  • Tractor driving (wheat/sorghum harvest).
  • Adjusted air pressure in tires, checked fluid levels, and refueled tractors when necessary.
  • Maintained daily logs of activities and services performed.
  • Loaded and unloaded trailers with various agricultural products utilizing forklifts.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning health and safety procedures.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on the tractor such as lubrication, oil changes, and filter replacements.
  • Operated tractors and heavy equipment to meet agricultural site needs.
  • Observed road and traffic laws and regulations to execute safe driving practices.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of tasks assigned.

Farm Hand

Phil and Sheryl Rigg
St George, QLD
02.1994 - 12.1999
  • Broadacre farming
  • Sheep husbandry

Shop Hand

Big Rig Industries
Dalby, QLD
03.1998 - 09.1999
  • Production and assembly of air-seeders and rotabuck applicance.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
  • Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.

Skills

  • Sales Training
  • Strategic Planning
  • Delegating Work
  • Team Supervision
  • Product Merchandising
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Financial Reporting
  • Store Display Management
  • Market Analysis
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Cash Handling
  • Product Demonstrations
  • Follow-Up Calls
  • Partner Collaboration
  • Shipment Documentation
  • Decision-Making
  • Customer Engagement
  • Stock Audits
  • Driven Work Ethic

Certification

  • HC truck licence
  • Forklift licence
  • First Aid certificate
  • Commercial Spray operator
  • Chemical Accreditation (User)
  • Chemical Accreditation (User)
  • Certificate in Workplace Health and Safety

Timeline

Rural Merchandise Sales

Elders
07.2007 - 01.2024

Cotton Farmhand

Todd Farming
01.2001 - 06.2007

Shop Hand

Fountain Industries
01.2000 - 12.2001

Tractor Operator

Jim Leahy
09.1999 - 12.2000

Shop Hand

Big Rig Industries
03.1998 - 09.1999

Farm Hand

Phil and Sheryl Rigg
02.1994 - 12.1999
Gregory Fisher