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Derek Adamson

Eau Claire

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record at Tradehome Shoes Inc., generating $125,000 in sales within six months. Expert in relationship building and upselling strategies, consistently exceeding targets. Adept at leading teams and fostering customer loyalty, driving revenue growth through personalized service and effective communication.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Lead

Tradehome Shoes Inc.
04.2025 - Current
  • Generated $125,000 in sales within the first two quarters, consistently exceeding performance goals.
    • Led daily sales floor operations by motivating and coaching team members to deliver excellent customer service and achieve store targets.
    • Built strong customer relationships through personalized consultations, resulting in repeat business and increased customer loyalty.
    • Utilized expert product knowledge to drive upselling and cross-selling strategies, maximizing revenue per transaction.
    • Supported management with inventory control, visual merchandising, and training new associates to ensure smooth store operations.

Sales Associate

Tradehome Shoes Inc.
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Provided personalized customer service by assessing individual needs and recommending appropriate footwear solutions.
    • Maintained expert product knowledge to educate customers on comfort, style, and performance features.
    • Consistently met and exceeded sales targets through upselling, cross-selling, and building lasting customer relationships.
    • Assisted with inventory management, including restocking, organizing displays, and ensuring accurate merchandise presentation.
    • Contributed to a positive team environment by supporting coworkers and maintaining store cleanliness and efficiency.

Sales Representative

Tailored Brands Inc.
09.2023 - 07.2025
  • Delivered personalized service to clients, guiding them through branding solutions and product offerings.
    • Built strong customer relationships by identifying client needs and recommending tailored services.
    • Consistently met and exceeded sales goals through effective communication and upselling strategies.
    • Maintained in-depth knowledge of branding tools and services to provide expert support.
    • Collaborated with team members to optimize the customer experience and achieve business objectives.


Warehouse Worker

School Specialty
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Operated warehouse equipment to ensure efficient material handling and processing.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately labeling and organizing stock items.
  • Learned safety protocols and maintained clean work environment to support operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping and receiving targets effectively.
  • Supported loading and unloading of shipments, ensuring proper placement for storage optimization.
  • Adapted quickly to new tasks, contributing positively to team dynamics in a fast-paced setting.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hortonville High School
Hortonville, WI
05-2025

Bachelor - Sales

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
05-2029

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Upselling strategies
  • Relationship selling
  • Customer retention
  • Revenue generation

Timeline

Sales Lead

Tradehome Shoes Inc.
04.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Tradehome Shoes Inc.
10.2024 - 04.2025

Sales Representative

Tailored Brands Inc.
09.2023 - 07.2025

Warehouse Worker

School Specialty
05.2023 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Hortonville High School

Bachelor - Sales

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire