Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Big Lots
10.2020 - 04.2023
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Senior Clerk Typist
William Paterson University Of New Jersey
11.2009 - 05.2014
Answered and routed incoming calls and took messages when personnel were unavailable.
Completed data entry of various reports and spreadsheets information each day.
Developed advanced proficiency in Microsoft software.
Reviewed records and paperwork for errors and resolved issues with minimal direction.
Provided diverse clerical support to University personnel.
Typed official correspondence and reports from handwritten notes and other information sources.
Organized and maintained precise confidential personnel files.
Prepared statistical reports.
Typed letters, memos and other correspondence for University personnel using various software programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bergenfield High School
Bergenfield, NJ
Skills
In-Store Support
Multitasking Strengths
Window Displays
Retail Objectives
Guest Relations
Planogram Creation
Product and Service Sales
Verbal Communication
Money Handling
Visual Merchandising
Cash Register Operation
Excellent People Skills
Stocking and Replenishing
Customer Service
Cash Handling Accuracy
Adapt to Diverse Groups
Planogram Execution
Customer Needs Assessments
Merchandising Proficiency
Policy and Procedure Adherence
Signage and Graphics
Merchandise Display
Accomplishments
Computer Proficiency - Numerous Microsoft programs