Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Jonathan Hernandez-Acosta

Reading,PA

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with expertise in consultative selling and CRM software, achieving $1.7 million in sales at Lowes Home Improvement within a year. Bilingual capabilities facilitate enhanced customer engagement, while a strategic approach boosts profitability through effective solution selling and pipeline management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pro Sales Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
Reading, PA
11.2023 - Current

Accrued $1.7 million in sales in the first year.

  • Tracked inventory levels of products and services offered by the company.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
  • Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
  • Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
  • Advised customers on appropriate solutions based on their needs.
  • Followed up on inquiries from prospective clients in a timely fashion.
  • Created and maintained customer relationships to ensure repeat business.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions using CRM software.
  • Engaged casual shoppers to provide information about featured products and recommend merchandise, driving sales opportunities.
  • Identified areas for improvement within current processes or procedures.
  • Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
  • Prepared sales reports detailing progress against targets for management review.

Millwork Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
Reading, PA
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Familiar with Paradigm program - custom door / window software
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Assisted in designing custom millwork pieces according to client specifications.
  • Operated forklifts to pick customer orders in bulk areas.

Plumbing Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Reading, PA
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Self-taught plumbing knowledge
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Assisted customers in plumbing department by answering questions and helping find needed items.
  • Communicated with key individuals, contractors and plumbers to promote new business.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA

Skills

  • Bi-Lingual - Spanish / English
  • Deal structuring
  • Partner management
  • Consultative selling
  • Performance tracking
  • Customer segmentation
  • Inside sales
  • Upselling strategies
  • Pipeline management
  • Cold calling
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Industry expertise
  • Brand awareness
  • Solution selling

Affiliations

Soccer Coaching

DIY Home Improvement

Lego Building

Accomplishments

  • High Honor High School Student
  • Lowes Gold Service Star
  • Million Dollar Club
  • Exceeds at Lowes Credit Competition

Certification

  • ForkLift Certification
  • Narrow Aisle Reach Truck Operator
  • Order Picker operator

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pro Sales Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
11.2023 - Current

Millwork Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
08.2022 - 11.2023

Plumbing Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
11.2021 - 08.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Reading Area Community College
Jonathan Hernandez-Acosta