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Kelsey Gehlert

Oakdale

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with proven success at Dollar General Market, excelling in team leadership and customer service. Skilled in cash handling and inventory management, I enhanced store sales through effective merchandising strategies and fostered a collaborative environment. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while ensuring operational efficiency.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Key Holder

Dollar General Market
09.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Led team in maintaining store presentation standards to enhance customer shopping experience.
  • Trained new employees on store operations, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
  • Collaborated with management to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Enhanced store sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and engaging customers with product knowledge.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with tactful diplomacy, often turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Maintained a clean, organized store environment by implementing regular cleaning schedules and following merchandising guidelines.
  • Contributed to team-building efforts by fostering positive relationships with coworkers and promoting a collaborative work environment.
  • Implemented visual merchandising changes according to corporate directives, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing shopping environment.
  • Conducted routine safety inspections throughout the premises to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.

Sales Lead Keyholder

Advance Auto Parts
2023 - 2025

Answer phone calls, help customers, friendly service, use of internet and computer skills, stocking, fulfilling online orders, inventory counting

Associate

PetSmart
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, fostering positive shopping experiences.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and updates in inventory management system.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely restocking of merchandise on sales floor.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Allegheny
Imperial, PA

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Store operations
  • Staff training and development
  • Delegation and supervision
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Sales leadership
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Customer service
  • Workplace safety
  • Cash handling
  • Customer service management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team building
  • Task delegation
  • Staff training
  • Team member development
  • Safety enforcement
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Alarm systems
  • Store maintenance
  • Daily reporting
  • Sales proficiency
  • Product ordering
  • Loss prevention
  • Bank deposits
  • Store operations oversight
  • Front end operations
  • Drawer counting
  • Opening and closing coordination
  • Store recovery processes
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking and prioritizing
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Organizational skills
  • Team leadership
  • Cash handling and reconciliation
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Customer engagement
  • Customer relations
  • Health and safety procedures
  • Inventory and stocking
  • Computer proficiency
  • Handling complaints
  • Task prioritization
  • Adaptable to changing demands
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Product knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Complaint handling

Timeline

Lead Key Holder

Dollar General Market
09.2025 - Current

Associate

PetSmart
03.2023 - 11.2023

Sales Lead Keyholder

Advance Auto Parts
2023 - 2025

High School Diploma -

West Allegheny
Kelsey Gehlert