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SALES ASSOCIATE

Summary

Dedicated Sales Associate offering 12 years of success in fostering quality shopping experiences through expert needs assessment and extensive product knowledge. Proven history of exceeding sales targets and meeting customer needs with effective product solutions. Skilled in training and mentoring new associates on customer service and sales best practices. Customer-focused Retail Associate with solid understanding of retail dynamics, marketing and customer service. Offering 12 years of experience providing quality product recommendations and solutions to meet customer needs and exceed expectations. Demonstrated record of exceeding revenue targets by leveraging communication skills and sales expertise.

Skills

Cash handling accuracy
Inventory control procedures
Brand promotions
Merchandising knowledge
Relationship selling
Dispute mediation
Retail loss prevention
Documentation and recordkeeping
Reliable and punctual
Hunter/farmer sales strategies
Listening skills
Retail merchandising expertise
Business development
Team player mentality
Customer- and service-oriented
Strategic planning
Money Transfer Systems
Key account generation

Written and oral communication skills
Cash register operation
POS system operation
Outgoing personality
Negotiation Tactics
Superb time management
Sales expertise
Financial records analysis
Excellent communication skills
Sales development
Verbal/written communication
Market research and analysis
Sales Forecasting
Money handling
Product Sales
Reading comprehension skills
Client account management
Energetic self-starter

Experience

Sales Associate|Company Name - City, State|09/2018 - 10/2019

Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
Met merchandise processing standards and maintained organized and accessible work area.
Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Processed orders through date system and coordinated product deliveries.
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Helped average of [Number] customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products.
Acted as initial contact in addressing customer concerns.
Prepared cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
Trained all new sales employees on effective sales, service and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
Coached team members on security risks and loss prevention to aid in mitigating store theft.
Facilitated timely product launches and delivered exceptional customer service to enable account retention and growth.
Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques.
Surpassed daily sales goals by cross-selling and promoting additional products.

Food Service Worker|Company Name - City, State|10/2015 - 09/2017

Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
Monitored inventory and promptly reported food items requiring reorder.
Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily to verify proper working conditions.
Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
Updated displays, cases and other customer-facing areas to increase sales of special items.
Performed prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables.
Completed prepping, cleaning and other kitchen duties to support cooks.
Plated meals in appealing arrangement and placed in designated areas to deliver to patrons.
Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
Complied with company service standards, including inventory and cash control procedures.

Sales Associate|Company Name - City, State|01/2013 - 12/2015

Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
Met merchandise processing standards and maintained organized and accessible work area.
Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Negotiated and closed deals with minimal oversight.
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Acted as initial contact in addressing customer concerns.
Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
Trained all new sales employees on effective sales, service and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
Coached team members on security risks and loss prevention to aid in mitigating store theft.
Facilitated timely product launches and delivered exceptional customer service to enable account retention and growth.
Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques.
Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure quality customer service.

Education and Training

Liberty High School|City, State|06/2001High School Diploma

Lordfairfax Community College|City|06/2005Associate of Arts: Communications

Bluefield College|City, StateBachelor of Science: Communications

Accomplishments

Creative Problem Solving: - Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Supervision - Supervised team of three staff members.
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.

Websites, Portfolios, Profiles

Lanagues
Typing
Computers

Certifications

Salesforce
Association for Project Management (APM)

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School Attended

Liberty High School
Lordfairfax Community College
Bluefield College

Job Titles Held:

Sales Associate
Food Service Worker

Degrees

High School Diploma
Associate of Arts : Communications
Bachelor of Science : Communications

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