Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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DERLYNN BAKER

Hertz
Winston-Salem
7
years of professional experience

Highly motivated Goal oriented Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience, and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service.

Work History

Sales Associate /Management Trainee

2 Months
Hertz | 06.2026 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with product selections, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Managed inventory levels, coordinating with team to optimize stock availability.
  • Processed vehicle rentals efficiently, utilizing property management software for accuracy.
  • Handled day-to-day customer or client questions via telephone or email.

Salesman

9 Months
Journeys Shoes | 06.2025 - 03.2026
  • Engaged customers through product knowledge, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with repeat customers, fostering loyalty.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.

Merchandising Sales Associate

5 Years 5 Months
Lowes | 03.2019 - 08.2024
  • Tasked with loading purchased merchandise into cars and truck beds while adhering to company standards of procedure
  • Collaborated with event setup that includes ensuring all technological accommodation were met
  • Nourished the plants within the garden center to ensure quality, health and appearance were adequate

Merchandise Stocker

4 Years 2 Months
Walmart | 06.2019 - 08.2023
  • Ensured isles and shelves were spotless and organized to company’s specifications
  • Managed 50lbs or more when loading or unloading company trucks ensuring I followed all safety protocols
  • Provided exceptional customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology, General Biology

Winston-Salem State University | Winston-Salem, NC | 05.2026
  • Biological Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | Anatomy & Physiology | Microbiology | Genetics
  • WSSU Chess Club Member| 2023-Current
  • African American Males in Stem| 2023-2024
  • Dean’s List Recipient

Skills

Laboratory techniques
Critical thinking
Data analysis
Positive and professional
Microsoft Word
Collaboration
Communication
Active Listening
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Outgoing personality

Timeline

Sales Associate /Management Trainee

Hertz
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Salesman

Journeys Shoes
06.2025 - 03.2026Read More

Merchandise Stocker

Walmart
06.2019 - 08.2023Read More

Merchandising Sales Associate

Lowes
03.2019 - 08.2024Read More

Winston-Salem State University

Bachelor of Science from Biology, General Biology
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DERLYNN BAKER