Colby Huckins
Oxford
Summary
Goal-oriented professional excelling in customer service and sales within retail and inventory management environments. Known for strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, contributing to team success and improved customer experiences.
Detail-oriented sales specialist with a solid background in inventory management and customer relationship building. Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments, ready to leverage expertise for operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Counter Sales Person
John Deere Construction & Forestry
396 County Rd, Westbrook ME 04092
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate parts for equipment and machinery
- Processed orders and managed inventory using dealership management software
- Maintained organized parts display to enhance customer experience
- Collaborated with technicians to identify and source specific part requirements
Lowe's Sales Specialist
Lowes Millwork
Windham Center, ME
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Executed daily sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Developed product knowledge to address customer inquiries effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store sales goals.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to attract customer attention.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and replenishing items.
- Adapted to changing priorities, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Built rapport with customers and assessed needs to make product recommendations and upsell.
- Drafted, finalized and submitted paperwork to complete sales.
Yard Associate
United Rentals
Westbrook, ME
09.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials within yard.
- Maintained organization of inventory, ensuring easy access and accurate stock counts.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, adhering to safety protocols consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline yard operations and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Supported training of new associates on yard procedures and safety standards.
- Utilized inventory management systems to track material movement and reduce discrepancies.
- Conducted periodic inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels for better order fulfillment.
- Ensured safety compliance, conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Actively participated in team meetings, contributing valuable ideas and feedback to improve yard operations and overall company performance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, promoting a positive work atmosphere.
- Enhanced yard efficiency by maintaining a well-organized and clean work environment.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes by coordinating with team members and using appropriate equipment.
- Managed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders, and reporting discrepancies promptly to vendors or supervisors as needed.
- Picked and packed order items.
Lawn Mowing
Self-employeed
Windham Center, ME
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained aesthetically pleasing grounds through regular landscaping tasks such as lawn mowing, hedge trimming, and debris removal.
- Demonstrated versatility and adaptability by performing a wide range of tasks including lawn mowing, pruning, planting, mulching, and snow removal as needed.
- Maintained aesthetic appeal of the property through regular groundskeeping tasks such as lawn mowing, trimming, and waste removal.
- Performed general landscape maintenance tasks like lawn mowing, edging walkways, or raking leaves.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School
Oxford, MESkills
- Customer relationship building
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Strong negotiation
- Product knowledge
- Order processing efficiency
- Inventory management proficiency
- Sales techniques
- Customer service
- Problem-solving skills
- Improving customer satisfaction
- Team collaboration
- Goal setting
Timeline
Parts Counter Sales Person
John Deere Construction & Forestry
11.2025 - Current
Yard Associate
United Rentals
09.2023 - 11.2025
Lawn Mowing
Self-employeed
05.2022 - 09.2023
Lowe's Sales Specialist
Lowes Millwork
03.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School