Gaston Vedis
Bridgeton,NJ
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Service-focused parts professional ready to help customers with diverse needs. Energetic Parts Counter Associate successful at training and mentoring junior employees on company procedures and sales strategies. History of increasing team performance and service standards. Dependable parts sales professional with team player mentality and focus on maximizing revenue and customer satisfaction. Seeks out opportunities to increase sales and promote customer loyalty.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Counter Sales Person
Napa/Valu Auto
Hammonton, NJ
08.2023 - Current
- Resolved customer concerns and promptly answered inquiries to maintain satisfaction.
- Received and stocked incoming merchandise, arranging items in correct locations.
- Followed standards of care and compliance per company and legal requirements.
- Reviewed catalogs and computer databases to search and locate correct parts for customer vehicles according to make, model, and year.
- Processed returns according to company policy while keeping customer satisfaction a priority.
- Made recommendations to customers to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits.
- Operated cash register during peak hours of business transactions accurately and efficiently.
Freight Handler
Walmart Distribution
Swedesboro, NJ
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using a forklift, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Scanned and documented freights and assigned appropriate marking labels with identifying information.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Operated powered industrial equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets according to stacking patterns specified by customer specifications.
- Transported freights using forklifts, pallet jacks and reach trucks.
Parts Sales Manager
AutoZone
Millville, NJ
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Performed scheduled inventory audits per to verify accuracy and product availability.
- Assisted buyers in selecting appropriate products based on their needs.
- Collaborated with other departments to provide optimal customer experience.
- Developed and met budgets, exceeded sales performance targets and spearheaded and implemented strategies that improved sales and customer satisfaction.
- Managed returns of defective or incorrect items according to company policy.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
Education
GED -
C.E. Byrd High School
Shreveport, LA10-2014
Skills
- Customer Relationship Building
- Upselling Strategies
- Cash Handling Experience
- Strong Negotiation Abilities
- Ordering Parts
Certification
ASE parts certified through Autozone
Timeline
Parts Counter Sales Person
Napa/Valu Auto
08.2023 - Current
Freight Handler
Walmart Distribution
09.2022 - 07.2023
Parts Sales Manager
AutoZone
10.2021 - 09.2022
GED -
C.E. Byrd High School
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