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Overview
Work History
Education
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SalesAssociate

Hunter Barnhill

Mount Orab,OH

Summary

Proven sales associate with a track record of exceeding sales goals at JD Sports by employing exceptional customer service and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrates leadership potential through a managerial training role at Hibbett Sporting Goods, enhancing team collaboration and upselling techniques. Skilled in POS system operation and adept at adapting to diverse customer groups, consistently achieving company objectives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

JD Sports
11.2024 - Current
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Sales Associate

Hibbett Sporting Goods
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Manager in Training

Hibbett Sporting Goods
06.2022 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisor.
  • Assisted with onboarding of new employees by providing training and development resources.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members which facilitated communication, quickly resolving issues, and conflicts.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Described product to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise.

Lawn and Garden Sales Associate

Walmart
04.2020 - 09.2022
  • Expanded product knowledge through regular training sessions and staying current on industry trends.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels of lawn and garden products.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively while maintaining professionalism, resulting in satisfied shoppers who often returned for future purchases.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked lawn and garden department.
  • Educated customers on proper usage of tools, equipment, fertilizers, pesticides, which led to increased safety practices among clientele.

Warehouse Employee

Integrity Ag
12.2014 - 12.2021
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Performed periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and make necessary adjustments to maintain reliable records.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.

Education

BBA - Sales Management

Miami University
Oxford, OH
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Lynchburg Clay High School
Lynchburg, OH
05-2022

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Listening skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • POS system operation
  • Upselling
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Merchandising

Timeline

Sales Associate

JD Sports
11.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Hibbett Sporting Goods
09.2024 - 12.2024

Manager in Training

Hibbett Sporting Goods
06.2022 - 09.2024

Lawn and Garden Sales Associate

Walmart
04.2020 - 09.2022

Warehouse Employee

Integrity Ag
12.2014 - 12.2021

BBA - Sales Management

Miami University

High School Diploma -

Lynchburg Clay High School
Hunter Barnhill