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SalesAssociate

Ericka Ruckman

Elberta,AL

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate with a proven track record at Alabama Pool Works, excelling in customer service and relationship building. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales through effective product recommendations and upselling techniques. Skilled in cash handling and inventory management, consistently achieving sales goals while fostering a positive team environment.

Work History

Sales Associate

Alabama Pool Works
  • Assisted customers in selecting pool products and services, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Educated clients on pool maintenance techniques, improving product knowledge and usage.
  • Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring availability of popular items for customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline sales processes, increasing operational efficiency.
  • Processed transactions accurately and promptly, maintaining cash handling integrity.
  • Conducted follow-up communications with customers post-purchase to ensure satisfaction and retention.
  • Supported promotional events by setting up displays and engaging with potential customers effectively.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor, contributing to a welcoming shopping environment.
  • 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.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • 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.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Sales Associate

Island Drug and Gifts
2017 - 2023
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma - Cosmetologist

Floyd Central High
Floyds Knobs, IN
05.1990

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Goal oriented
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cash handling
  • Money handling
  • Flexible schedule
  • Cash register operation
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Client service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Store opening and closing
  • Sales expertise
  • Product sales
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Sales strategies
  • POS system operation
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Upselling
  • Professional demeanor
  • Retail store operations
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Guest relations
  • Payment processing
  • Sales training
  • Inventory tracking
  • Sales development
  • Building rapport
  • Inventory control
  • Policy and procedure adherence
  • Merchandise display
  • Product recommendations
  • Order processing
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Display setup
  • Point of sale operation
  • Product promotions
  • Business development

Timeline

Sales Associate

Alabama Pool Works

Sales Associate

Island Drug and Gifts
2017 - 2023

High School Diploma - Cosmetologist

Floyd Central High
Ericka Ruckman