Aaryn Strunk
Blandon
Summary
Innovative trainer with a strong background in data analysis and employee development. Proven track record of creating impactful training programs that drive performance and align with organizational objectives. Results-driven professional skilled in employee training and development. Demonstrated success in aligning training initiatives with company goals and fostering teamwork. Committed to enhancing employee performance and satisfaction through effective mentoring and support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Trainer
The Giant Company
Reading
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated engaging training sessions to enhance employee product knowledge.
- Collaborated with management to align training with company goals and standards.
- Monitored employee progress, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Conducted regional training sessions for new hires and existing employees.
- Coordinated the scheduling of employees for maximum efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation.
- Created dashboards in Power BI to monitor KPIs and performance metrics.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards according to company guidelines.
Store Employment Associate
The Giant Company
Reading
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Reviewed applications from potential employees during hiring processes.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.
- Developed and implemented employee engagement activities to increase morale and productivity.
Department Manager
The Giant Company
Reading, PA
01.2012 - 11.2021
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2027
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09-2023
Skills
- Employee training
- Data analysis
- Customer service
- Visual merchandising
- New program implementation
- Training development
- Mentoring strategies
- Effective communication
- Employee interviewing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Change management
Timeline
Regional Trainer
The Giant Company
01.2023 - Current
Store Employment Associate
The Giant Company
11.2021 - 01.2023
Department Manager
The Giant Company
01.2012 - 11.2021
MBA - Business Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University