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Grace White

Chesapeake

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate with proven expertise in customer service and problem-solving, honed across roles at Target and Wawa. Excelled in relationship building and POS system operations, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. Demonstrates an exceptional ability to multitask and communicate, driving positive outcomes in fast-paced retail environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Target
05.2023 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • 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.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
  • Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
  • Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
  • Sorted and properly arranged items.
  • Achieved smoother workflow, collaborating effectively with team members to unload trucks quickly and efficiently.
  • Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
  • Unloaded items and goods from trucks into main storage area for transfer to shelves.
  • Increased efficiency by organizing and streamlining unloading processes.
  • Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to aid in safe transport of heavy items.

Sales Associate

Wawa
08.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Worked in preparing food
  • Checked food temperatures to make sure they're up food regulations
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.

Sales Associate

Rue 21
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Currituck County High School
Barco, NC

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Relationship building
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cash handling
  • Money handling
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Cash register operation
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Store opening and closing
  • Product sales
  • POS system operation
  • Upselling
  • Retail store operations
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Guest relations
  • Sales training
  • Payment processing

Timeline

Sales Associate

Target
05.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Wawa
08.2021 - Current

Sales Associate

Rue 21
11.2020 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Currituck County High School
Grace White