Adam Hedvat
Varizioni
Great Neck
3
Languages
4
years of professional experience
Adaptable professional with a background in customer service and youth leadership. Skilled in collaboration, communication, and supporting large-scale programs. Brings strong people skills, cash handling, and organization to help improve service, sales, and team performance.
Motivated Biology student on the pre-med track with a strong interest in understanding the human body, healthcare, and the science behind medicine. Seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge of biology, human physiology, and patient care while gaining hands-on experience in medical and health-related fields. Passionate about learning from healthcare professionals and developing skills needed for a future career in medicine.
Work History
Sales Associate
4 Years 5 Months- Assisted customers with product selection, styling guidance, and purchase decisions.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to support visual presentation standards.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and payment methods.
- Resolved customer concerns professionally, supporting positive shopping experiences.
- Restocked inventory and monitored floor levels to keep merchandise available.
- Supported opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and register balancing.
- Trained new associates on customer service expectations and store procedures.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
- Monitored sales trends to adjust sales strategies and meet changing customer demands.
- Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Leadership Team Member
2 Years 5 Months- Directed youth leadership initiatives, aligning program goals with organizational priorities.
- Mentored team members on event planning, communication, and participant engagement.
- Coordinated volunteer assignments to support smooth execution of community programs.
- Reviewed program workflows and recommended process improvements for stronger consistency.
- coordinated one of the biggest Jewish youth programs in the world called CTeen Shabbaton.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
High School Diploma
- Completed AP course in Psychology
- Completed AP course in Environmental Science
- Completed AP course in Economics
- 3.8 GPA
- Elected Captain of Varsity Boy track team
- Extracurricular Activities: Teen leader in a Jewish organization called CTeen.
- Jewish Student Union Member
- Biology Club vice president Member
- Extracurricular Activities: captain of youth basketball program
Skills
Customer service
Cash handling
Multitasking and organization
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Flexible schedule
Excellent people skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Professional Working
Hebrew
Professional Working
Timeline
Leadership Team Member
CTeen
01.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Sales Associate
Varizioni
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
SUNY At Binghamton
Bachelor of Science from Human Biology
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John L Miller Great Neck North High School
High School Diploma
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