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Dedra Hamilton

Dana,KY

Summary

Dynamic Retail Sales Associate with proven expertise at Appalachian Wireless, excelling in customer service and sales. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and cash handling. Achieved consistent sales goals while fostering teamwork and collaboration, contributing to a welcoming shopping environment and driving repeat business.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

Appalachian Wireless
08.1975 - 08.2022
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations, enhancing shopping experience.
  • Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently to process transactions.
  • Maintained organized merchandise displays to attract customer attention and drive sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily stock replenishment goals.
  • Engaged in ongoing product knowledge training to better support customer needs.
  • Executed store cleanliness and organization standards, ensuring a welcoming environment.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, striving for satisfactory resolutions.
  • Supported promotional events by setting up displays and distributing marketing materials.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, leading to repeat store visits and enhanced customer loyalty.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering welcoming store atmosphere.
  • Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
  • Enhanced store appearance and shopping experience with meticulous shelf organization and cleanliness.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
  • Handled customer complaints with empathy and patience, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
  • Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Monitored sales trends to advise on restocking, ensuring popular items were always available.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Supported store management in planning and executing seasonal promotions and sales events.
  • Implemented feedback from customer surveys to enhance shopping experience.
  • Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly and providing personalized assistance.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, increasing customer interest.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales targets, contributing to overall store success.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • 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.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

Betsy Layne High School
Betsy Layne, KY
05.1983

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Customer assistance
  • Cash handling
  • Retail sales
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Store opening and closing
  • Money handling
  • Cash register operation
  • Professional appearance
  • Retail store operations
  • Phone etiquette
  • POS system operations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Transaction processing
  • Sales expertise
  • Policy and procedure adherence
  • Stock replenishment
  • Order processing
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Merchandise display
  • Complaint management
  • Loss prevention
  • Friendly and outgoing

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

Appalachian Wireless
08.1975 - 08.2022

Betsy Layne High School
Dedra Hamilton