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Jeremiah Willis

Seattle

Summary

Up and coming artist with Exceptional skills in the retail field, with a goal of continuing my education and achieving my arts degree. Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Honey Baked Ham Co. excelling in customer service and upselling. Skilled in building lasting relationships and strategic planning, I consistently exceed sales goals by leveraging exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities. Expert in retail operations and customer satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Honey Baked Ham Co.
04.2023 - Current
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Seasonal Worker

Workshop Events
08.2022 - Current
  • Delighted clients with exceptional events, consistently exceeding expectations with design and execution.
  • Developed integrated event strategies and conducted on-site events management and follow-up after events.
  • Maintained and distributed information for functions and events.
  • Assisted event manager in achieving revenue goals set for events and catering.
  • Worked under pressure and met deadlines while maintaining composure in difficult situations.
  • Created, maintained and distributed event orders.
  • Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
  • Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
  • Welcomed guests to events, checked invitations, and oversaw proper seating.
  • Responded to inquiries from attendees and addressed any issues or complaints.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rainier Beach High School
Seattle, WA
06-2016

Skills

  • Promotional support
  • Retail loss prevention
  • Upselling
  • Strategic planning
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Merchandise display
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Brand promotion
  • Retail store operations
  • Listening skills
  • Relationship building
  • Professional demeanor
  • Outgoing personality
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Money handling
  • Positive and professional
  • Product sales
  • Product promotions
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Product guidance
  • Inventory control
  • Contact follow-up
  • Sales development
  • Goal tracking
  • Guest relations
  • Sales trends
  • Exceptional customer service

Timeline

Sales Associate

Honey Baked Ham Co.
04.2023 - Current

Seasonal Worker

Workshop Events
08.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Rainier Beach High School
Jeremiah Willis