Benjamin Cespedes
Vinemont
Summary
Motivated professional skilled in construction support, customer service, and inventory management. Demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving abilities while thriving in fast-paced environments. Expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with minors in Business, Leadership, and Communications.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate - Sports Department
Dick's Sporting Goods
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted customers with product selection and purchasing decisions.
- Maintained inventory accuracy and stocked merchandise.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Supported daily department operations and merchandising efforts.
Construction Laborer (Seasonal)
JL Crosby Construction
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed job site cleanup and material organization.
- Installed hardware and completed project punch-list items.
- Assisted with minor repairs and quality control tasks.
- Supported crews in maintaining project schedules and quality standards.
Sales Associate
Rocky Ridge Hardware
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted customers with product recommendations and purchases.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions accurately.
- Unloaded inventory trucks and organized incoming merchandise.
- Built and delivered customer orders.
- Supported daily store operations and inventory management.
Construction Laborer (Seasonal)
Twin Construction
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Supported contractors in executing residential construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and specifications.
- Installed crawl space tarps and executed basic construction tasks, contributing to overall project progress and quality.
- Conducted thorough job site cleanup and preparation, enhancing safety and readiness for subsequent tasks.
- Ensured safety by organizing tools and materials in designated areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Leadership, Communications
Troy University
600 University Ave, Troy, AL 3608210-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Buisness
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Retail merchandising
- Sales forecasting
- Customer service excellence
- Cash handling
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace applications
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Communication skills
Certification
- Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
- Valid Alabama Driver's License
Hobbies and Interests
- Multi-sport athlete (Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Football, and Track & Field)
- Strong interest in construction, project management, and business operations
Languages
English
Timeline
Construction Laborer (Seasonal)
JL Crosby Construction
06.2020 - 08.2020
Sales Associate - Sports Department
Dick's Sporting Goods
01.2020 - 01.2021
Sales Associate
Rocky Ridge Hardware
01.2017 - 01.2019
Construction Laborer (Seasonal)
Twin Construction
05.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Leadership, Communications
Troy University
Some College (No Degree) - Buisness
Mississippi State University