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Eugene Erickson

Warrenville,IL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Barnes & Noble, excelling in personalized book recommendations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory tracking and effective communication, I foster strong relationships and drive sales through innovative merchandising strategies. Committed to delivering exceptional service and achieving business goals in fast-paced environments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Book Seller

Barnes & Noble
03.2014 - 04.2023
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized book recommendations based on individual interests and preferences.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current trends in literature by regularly attending industry conferences, workshops, and networking events.
  • Effectively resolved customer complaints by listening actively, empathizing with their concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.
  • Assisted customers in locating rare or hard-to-find titles by leveraging industry connections and resources.
  • Managed daily financial transactions, ensuring accurate accounting records and cash handling procedures were followed.

Sales Associate

Car Max
06.2012 - 02.2014

Facilitated vehicle sales through effective customer engagement

Vice President

Drywall Supply
04.1997 - 01.2012
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
  • Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
  • Delivered strong financial performance despite challenging economic conditions by executing prudent risk management strategies throughout all aspects of business operations.
  • Established and directed successful programs focused on Area.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.

Education

Political Science

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
06.1972

Skills

  • Store operations
  • Book recommendations
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Sales proficiency
  • Expertise in literature
  • Inventory tracking
  • Merchandise displays
  • Transaction processing
  • Product upselling
  • Product recommendations
  • Sales processing
  • Lead conversion
  • Loyalty program promotion
  • Book signing events
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly and helpful
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Honest and dependable
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer assistance
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Sr Book Seller

Barnes & Noble
03.2014 - 04.2023

Sales Associate

Car Max
06.2012 - 02.2014

Vice President

Drywall Supply
04.1997 - 01.2012

Political Science

Kansas State University
Eugene Erickson