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Hilina Bekele

Prior Lake

Summary

Proven sales associate with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering repeat business at Hudson Group. Excelled in customer service and problem resolution, boosting sales through effective communication and empathy. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and time management skills, contributing to a positive shopping environment. Achieved high accuracy in financial transactions, underscoring reliability and attention to detail.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Hudson Group
10.2024 - Current
  • Handled and delivered liquor and tobacco purchases by working with gate agents.
  • 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.

Cashier

Delaware North Company
09.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Customer Service Agent

WABAM
01.2020 - 06.2023
  • Explained the purpose of the fund raising and donating events to anyone who was willing to help
  • Made sales from products made by members in the organization.
  • Demonstrated empathy in handling difficult situations, fostering trust and loyalty among customers.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail, organization and management of multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Education

Associate of Science - Biological Sciences

Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MN
08-2026

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Customer assistance
  • Problem resolution
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Patience and empathy
  • Listening skills

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sales Associate

Hudson Group
10.2024 - Current

Cashier

Delaware North Company
09.2024 - Current

Customer Service Agent

WABAM
01.2020 - 06.2023

Associate of Science - Biological Sciences

Normandale Community College
Hilina Bekele