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Dennis Hughes

Mount Juliet,TN

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in customer service and sales, notably at Anderson Marine Family Boating Center. Proven track record in relationship building and conflict resolution, enhancing client loyalty and driving sales growth. Adept at effective communication and problem-solving, consistently exceeding targets and fostering a positive team environment.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Cleveland City Police Department

Deputy Sheriff

Hamilton County Sheriff

Sales Associate

Bargain Hunt
Mount Juliet, TN
04.2022 - 02.2025
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Salesperson

Anderson Marine Family Boating Center
Old Hickory TN
07.2018 - 01.2022
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
  • Negotiated contracts skillfully, securing favorable terms for both company and client.
  • Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions and staying current with industry trends.
  • Exceeded monthly targets by diligently following up on leads and closing deals promptly.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.

Stock Contractor

DC Bucking Bulls
Unionville, TN
05.2010 - 07.2018

To care for & transport bucking bulls to rodeos across United States

Education

Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy
Donelson TN

CDL License -

Tennessee Technology
Shelbyville, TN

None - Criminal Justice

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL

Diploma -

The McCallue School
Chattanooga, TN

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sales strategies
  • Conflict resolution
  • Product merchandising
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team collaboration
  • Client engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Decision making
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Patience and empathy
  • Relationship building and management
  • Planning and coordination

Timeline

Sales Associate

Bargain Hunt
04.2022 - 02.2025

Salesperson

Anderson Marine Family Boating Center
07.2018 - 01.2022

Stock Contractor

DC Bucking Bulls
05.2010 - 07.2018

Police Officer

Cleveland City Police Department

Deputy Sheriff

Hamilton County Sheriff

Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy

CDL License -

Tennessee Technology

None - Criminal Justice

University of North Alabama

Diploma -

The McCallue School
Dennis Hughes