Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Good Will of Central & Northern Arizona, excelling in customer service and cash handling. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Recognized for training new staff and streamlining operations, contributing to a positive shopping environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cashier
Good Will of Central & Northern Arizona
12.2022 - Current
Maintained a balanced cash drawer with diligent attention to detail and accurate counting practices.
Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
Oversaw the cleanliness and organization of the front-end area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
Assisted customers with finding products and answering questions, resulting in an enjoyable shopping experience.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Coordinated breaks for fellow cashiers to ensure continuous coverage at all times while minimizing downtime.
Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies, and sales goals.
Developed strong rapport with colleagues across departments, fostering teamwork that led to smooth operations.
Streamlined the checkout process for faster service, leading to increased customer loyalty.
Processed payments effectively and accurately handled cash, credit, debit and personal check transactions.
Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
Taught employees fundamentals of register use, merchandise scanning and customer service.
Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
Checked merchandise multiple times during each shift and restocked products when stock ran low.
Ensured compliance with company policies regarding cash handling procedures, maintaining security standards throughout operations.
Maintained stock to meet expected customer demand.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, retaining loyal clientele.
Maximized employee productivity through effective scheduling and workload distribution, reducing stress among staff members.
Mentored junior cashiers in the proper handling of difficult situations, fostering a supportive work environment.
Handled complex returns or exchanges swiftly, streamlining processes that ensured minimal disruption to customers'' shopping experiences.
Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Increased customer loyalty and retention.
Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control and vault monitoring.
Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
Sales Associate
Goodwill Of Central And Northern Arizona
12.2022 - Current
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.
Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.
Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
Participated in visual merchandising, creating attractive displays that stimulated customer interest and sales.
Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
Initiated clienteling approach to build strong relationships with key customers, encouraging repeat business.
Enhanced store revenue by consistently exceeding personal sales targets through effective customer engagement and product knowledge.
Collaborated with management team to develop sales strategies and goals, aligning with company objectives.
Fostered collaborative work environment, sharing best practices and sales strategies with new hires.
Monitored sales trends to adjust sales strategies and meet changing customer demands.
Provided training to new staff on sales techniques and store procedures, ensuring consistent customer service experience.
Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
Resolved customer complaints with patience and understanding, restoring customer confidence.
Coordinated sales promotions and events to drive store traffic and increase sales volume.
Streamlined checkout process, significantly reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
Engaged with customers through social media platforms to promote store events and new arrivals, expanding store reach.
Implemented feedback from customer surveys to improve shopping experience and meet customer needs.
Utilized CRM tools to track customer interactions and sales, enhancing effectiveness of follow-up communications.
Led team meetings focused on sales techniques and product features, boosting overall team performance.
Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, influencing purchase decisions.
Managed inventory to ensure product availability, contributing to uptick in sales.
Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling effective upselling and cross-selling.
Managed efficient cash register operations.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
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.
Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Retail Merchandise Processor & Retail Cashier at Goodwill Of Central And Northern ArizonaRetail Merchandise Processor & Retail Cashier at Goodwill Of Central And Northern Arizona