Proven leader in retail management with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting store performance at Mardel Christian & Education. Skilled in conflict resolution and POS system operation, I excel in creating engaging merchandise displays and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in customer service ratings through strategic problem-solving and exceptional interpersonal skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level traid job position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Mardel Christian & Education
11.2014 - 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.
Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
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.
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.
Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
Assistant Store Manager
Mardel Christian & Education
03.2021 - 04.2023
Managed 5 cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
Streamlined inventory management with regular audits, accurate ordering, and efficient stock organization.
Resolved escalated customer issues effectively leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
Implemented loss prevention tactics to deter thefts while maintaining a welcoming environment for all customers.
Improved store operations by establishing clear communication channels between team members and implementing efficient scheduling practices.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Star Spencer High School
Spencer, OK
05.2014
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Problem-solving skills
Excellent people skills
Goal-Oriented
Honest and Dependable
Reliable and Responsible
Attention to Detail
Children's Sunday school teacher
create lesions for children.
create strong emotional and spiritual bonds with the children
accurately teaching the Bible on a simple level for the children's comprehension