Akemi Leffel
Portland,OR
Summary
Hard-working professional with experience in consultative sales, customer loyalty and contract negotiation & management. Frequently praised as proactive by peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Current student looking to join the workforce to gain real-world experience. Ability to complete tasks on time in both individual and team settings. Dependable and reliable, ready to learn and grow with your company. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
VOLUNTEER
FRIENDS OF TREES
- Completed multiple volunteer trips to diverse areas in various areas of Portland to improve the community
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines
- Organized supplies for use based on expected customer needs.
VOLUNTEER
NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S OUTREACH
- Completed multiple volunteer trips to diverse areas in various areas of Portland to improve the community
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines
- Organized supplies for use based on expected customer needs.
VOLUNTEER
PORTLAND WINTER LIGHT FESTIVAL
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
VOLUNTEER
GROTTO FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
- Volunteered to help with special events and programs by checking in participants and giving directions
- Engaged with others successfully using strong verbal and written communication skills
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries
- Supported customer service goals and enhanced relations through friendly, knowledgeable and positive communication
- Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
SALES ASSOCIATE
OLD NAVY
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Operated cash register and POS to process sales transactions and handle payments
- Promoted visual presentation standards by keeping store replenished
- Promoted benefits of store credit cards or customer loyalty programs to encourage repeat business
- Engaged with guests to understand and anticipate customer service needs
- Performed cleaning tasks, keeping store neat and organized
- Kept signage and merchandise displays organized and up-to-date, promoting visual presentation standards
- Worked well in team environment as well as independently
- Provided assistance to others to complete tasks on time.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2027
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
GRANT HIGH SCHOOL
06.2023
Skills
- Store Opening and Closing
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Product Recommendations
- Cash Register Operations
- Retail Knowledge
- Visual Merchandising
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
SALES ASSOCIATE
OLD NAVY
08.2021 - 09.2022
VOLUNTEER
FRIENDS OF TREES
VOLUNTEER
NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S OUTREACH
VOLUNTEER
PORTLAND WINTER LIGHT FESTIVAL
VOLUNTEER
GROTTO FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Oregon
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
GRANT HIGH SCHOOL