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Melanie Girado, Project Analyst - Audit & Asset Protection

Melanie Girado

Project Analyst - Audit & Asset Protection·Alshaya Group

Kuwait

Bachelor's degree, COMPUTER SCIENCE

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 6 months

Project Analyst - Audit & Asset Protection

October 2019 - June 2020

Alshaya Group

Al Kuwait, Kuwait

October 2019 - June 2020

 Working with the team to identify and develop key policy areas
 Review and evaluate policies
 Determine the benefits and drawbacks of existing policies
 Propose suggestions to improve the effects of policies
 Edit and amend policy drafts as required
 Gather data and produce reports on the qualitative and quantitative analysis
 Providing regular updates
 Working effectively with our stakeholders
 Responsible in reviewing company tenders prior to approvals.
 Review the completion of all Annual Plans of Audit and Asset Protection Division.
 Responsible in creating courses and programs on Learning Links for all career levels.

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale
Job role:
Support Services

Project Analyst - Loss Prevention

December 2015 - September 2019

Alshaya Group

Hawali, Kuwait

December 2015 - September 2019

 Creation of the receipt of all business cases and supporting documentation relating to security equipment required in both new, existing stores, Distribution Centers and Corporate Offices.
 Responsible for checking of data within business case and ratifying in order to submit to line manager.
 Responsible for raising of all purchase orders for Security equipment and services.
 Ensuring purchase order process is followed through to completion resulting in final approval of invoice for payment.
 Responsible for guarding payments/invoices - checking Daily Store Attendance Reports and preparing for invoice approval.
 Ensure contracts in place for suppliers.
 Responsible for the completion and monitoring of all tracker reports i.e. LPR/H+S/Cash Counts/Stock take visits/KPI/Training/Investigations/Supplier.
 Responsible for new store support to field teams ensuring all target dates are met.
 Responsible for ensuring that all invoice information received is ratified and payment paperwork completed on time and in full as per company policy.
 Supporting field based teams, where necessary.
• Responsible in doing reports for the SVPAAP, DAP and Presidents of all Alshaya Divisions.

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale
Job role:
Management

Store Supervisor

June 2014 - December 2015

M.H. Alshaya

Al Kuwait, Kuwait

June 2014 - December 2015

➢ Ensure quality assurance standards are consistently met and best practice ranging from Cash Controls, Health & Safety, External & Internal Audits, Security and Customer Service.
➢ Control the store orderings and inventory and ensuring the maintenance of the standard of goods and their availability.
➢ Handles customer enquiries and complaints confidently, acknowledging and reassuring customer of our best intentions.
➢ Determines that the customer environment in my area of responsibility meets all required standards and creates a pleasurable and positive experience for them.
➢ Make sure that the team is motivated and able to provide the best possible service experience.
➢ Focuses on factors within my own sphere of influence and show determination to maintain high standards of work under pressure.
➢ Monitor performance of each member of the team and gives objective, informed and constructive feedback on behavior as well as business objectives.
➢ Takes responsibility and clearly communicates business targets to my team, encouraging and motivating them to realize the department or store objectives.
➢ Ensure a world class customer experience through active listening and identifies the best products for the customer while suggesting alternatives and/or additional items as appropriate.

Achievements
• Commended for achieving 105% rating on the first SHOPPIE visit & 104.97% rating on the second where 95% is considered high or excellent.
• Commended for the consistency of my work which made us achieved 100% rating on both Customer Service Observation Visit & Regional Operations Store Visit.
• Highest Service Score - Brand Service Champion 2014
• Achieved highest percentage on VOC “Voice of Customer” score in 2014 with more than 300 entries.
•* Awarded with the "3-In-A-Row Award" for achieving a VOC Score of over 65% for the month of March, April and May 2015.
* Commended by our Operation Manager for exceeding the Average Transaction Value Target and for being the highest for 3 consecutive months.

Company industry:
Fashion & Apparel
Job role:
Management

Shift Supervisor / Admin. Assistant

May 2011 - May 2014

The Sultan Center Company

Kuwait

May 2011 - May 2014

Shift Supervisor
➢ Supervise and participate in kitchen and dining area activities
➢ Resolve customer complaints regarding food service
➢ Train workers in food preparation, and in service, sanitation and safety procedures
➢ Observe and evaluate workers and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service, and complete disciplinary write ups
➢ Assign duties, responsibilities, and work stations to employees in accordance to work requirements
➢ Inspect supplies, equipments and work areas to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards
➢ Control ordering and managing inventories of food, equipment, smallware and beverage and report shortages to designated personnel
➢ Responsible in building sales and profits of the restaurant

Admin Assistant (TSC Head Office)
➢ Answer telephones and transfer to appropriate staff member
➢ Meet and greet clients and visitors
➢ Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing
➢ Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system
➢ Prepare and modify documents including reports, drafts, memos and emails
➢ Setup and coordinate meetings
➢ Manage schedule of the Operation Manager
➢ Maintains office supplies for the department

Achievements
• Recognized and commended by the company owner himself in the consistency of my work in providing excellent customer service especially in handling VIP customers such as ambassadors and etc.
• Employee of the Month for October 2013
• Employee of the Month for November 2011

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Management

Head Server

October 2010 - February 2011

THE DISTILLERY (Philippines)

Philippines

October 2010 - February 2011

➢ Responsible for welcoming, greeting & escorting guest to their table.
➢ Encourage guest to make informed choices about their alcohol.
➢ Take charge of proper storing of wines, beer and other alcoholic beverages.
➢ Handles job related pressures well while serving.

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Restaurant Server

December 2009 - June 2010

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN (Philippines)

Philippines

December 2009 - June 2010

Restaurant Server
➢ Greets customers with proper greetings. Takes order and deliver food in timely manner.
➢ Makes appropriate suggestions on all courses and is aware of selling without being pushy.
➢ Check back guest tables to determine the degree of satisfaction.
➢ Handles POS system quickly and efficiently always being prepared to place order.
➢ Maintains table cleanliness throughout the meal.
➢ Maintains friendly, helpful and positive attitude.
➢ Responsible for all sidework and cleaning duties.
➢ Knowledgeable in operating policies & CPK fact sheet, is aware of posted information, attend to employee meetings and is a team player.
➢ Maintains an immaculate appearance, uniform standards and nametags exemplifying best image of CPK.

Achievements
• California Pizza Kitchen​- Best In Suggestive Selling
1st Place - Rockseller of the Month FOH Motivational Game for March 2010
• Rockstar of the Month​- March 2010

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Barista

November 2006 - December 2008

COSTA COFFEE (KASCO)

Kuwait

November 2006 - December 2008

➢ Make and serve hot and cold coffee according to costa brand standards.
➢ Observes proper and correct presentation of all food and beverage items.
➢ Checks the consistency of coffee grind size and dose.
➢ Calibrates coffee grinders and espresso machines.
➢ Receive deliveries, log wastages and transfer in and out of stocks
➢ Do daily, weekly and monthly sales reports and inventories.

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Head Secretary

September 2005 - March 2006

SIREN ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTIONS

Philippines

September 2005 - March 2006

➢ Responsible for doing regular administrative duties such as filing paperwork, taking messages, collecting and passing out time sheets, ordering office supplies, taking notes at business meetings, and related duties.
➢ Responsible for important documents like contracts.
➢ Meet and greet with clients and other visitors.

Company industry:
Call Centers & Customer Care Outsourcing
Job role:
Secretarial

Waitress

March 2005 - September 2005

KARAMBA BAR AND RESTAURANT (Philippines)

Philippines

March 2005 - September 2005

>Greets customers
>Takes order and deliver food in timely manner.
➢ Makes appropriate suggestions on all courses and is aware of selling without being pushy.
➢ Check back guest tables to determine the degree of satisfaction.
➢ Handles P.O.S. system quickly and efficiently always being prepared to place order.
➢ Maintains table cleanliness throughout the meal.
➢ Maintains friendly, helpful and positive attitude.
➢ Responsible for all side work and cleaning duties.

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Barista

May 2004 - November 2004

CAFÉ AMERICANA (Philippines)

Philippines

May 2004 - November 2004

 Make and serve hot and cold coffee.
 Observes proper and correct presentation of all food and beverage items.
 Checks the consistency of coffee grind size and dose.
 Calibrates coffee grinders and espresso machines.
 Receive deliveries, log wastage and transfer in and out of stocks
 Do daily, weekly and monthly sales reports and inventories.

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Local Store Marketing Representative

April 2000 - September 2003

McDONALD'S Philippines

Philippines

April 2000 - September 2003

ocal Store Marketing Representative
➢ Responsible for hosting parties and special functions.
➢ Do customer relations and handles customer complaints.
➢ Indentifies business trading areas and its customer classifications.
➢ Organizes in-store activities to increase sales like school tours, community visits and etc.
➢ Monitors P.O.P. availability such as banner, posters and etc.
➢ Observes proper implementation of international, national and in-store promotions.
➢ Do inventories, ordering and receiving items.

Service Crew
➢ Delivers 100% customer satisfaction through cleanliness, quality food and fast service.

Achievements
• Employee of the Month for February 2002
• Fastest KS Person (January 2001 International Visit)
• McSmile Awardee (January 2001 International Visit)
• Best in Drive-Thru (September 2000)

Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Education

LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY

January 2000

January 2000

Bachelor's degree, COMPUTER SCIENCE

Philippines

Tertiary LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY 1998 - 2000 B.S. COMPUTER SCIENCE (Undergraduate)

LICEO DE CAGAYAN UNIVERSITY

January 1998

January 1998

High school or equivalent

Philippines

Secondary LICEO DE CAGAYAN UNIVERSITY 1994 - 1998

WEST CITY CENTRAL SCHOOL

January 1994

January 1994

High school or equivalent

Philippines

Primary WEST CITY CENTRAL SCHOOL 1988 - 1994

Skills

Management

Expert

Administrative Duties

Expert

Customer Service

Expert

Customer Service Oriented

Expert

AWARD

Expert

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Expert

INCREASE SALES

Expert

MARKETING

Expert

ORDERING

Expert

SATISFACTION

Expert

SALES

Intermediate

Management

Expert

Administrative Duties

Expert

Customer Service

Expert

Languages

English

Intermediate

Trainings and Certifications

Certifications

Level 3 Food Safety For Managers Training Course

May 2015 - Mar 2018

Trainings

Building Assertiveness

Alshaya Learning and Development

Feb 2015

Basic Food Safety

Alshaya Learning and Development

Jun 2014

Restaurant Hygiene

The Sultan Center

Mar 2012

Feedback Introduction

Alshaya Learning and Development

Feb 2015

Barista & Core Skills

Kasco - Costa Coffee

Dec 2006

Loss Prevention

Alshaya Learning and Development

Jan 2015

Food Service and Hospitality Training Seminars

California Pizza Kitchen

Jan 2010

FMC

The Sultan Center

Jun 2013

Basic Store Marketing

Golden Arches Development Corporation

Sep 2001