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Education
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SalesAssociate

Kareem Woods

Malden,MA

Summary

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. Highly motivated, Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable and successful at promoting customer loyalty, satisfaction and purchases with consultative techniques and diligent attention to individual needs. Knowledgeable about product merchandising, payment processing and cleaning. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths and superior work ethic. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Taco Bell
01.2022 - 03.2023


  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.

Landscape Worker

ROCA Street Safe
05.2016 - 11.2021
  • Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
  • Improved plant health through proper pruning, fertilizing, and pest control techniques.
  • Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
  • Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
  • Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently by sharing expertise on plant care, landscape design principles, and best practices for maintaining healthy landscapes.

General Laborer, Industrial

Temp Agency
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Enhanced workplace safety by implementing proper equipment usage and maintaining clean work areas.
  • Assisted in assembly line operations, contributing to the timely completion of products according to deadlines.
  • Maximized efficiency by performing routine equipment maintenance and identifying potential issues for repair.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently, supporting overall project objectives and deadlines.
  • Contributed to successful project completions by providing essential support in various general labor tasks as needed.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new skills and techniques as required for specific projects or roles within the team.

Concession Stand Worker

Temp Agency
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the concession stand.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a safe environment for both customers and staff members.
  • Assisted in inventory management, keeping track of stock levels and promptly ordering supplies as needed.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction through accurate order taking and prompt delivery of food items.
  • Developed strong multitasking abilities, juggling multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising quality of service.
  • Gained product knowledge through regular training sessions, effectively upselling menu items to boost revenues.
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, working towards swift resolutions that maintained positive relationships with patrons.

Painter's Apprentice

Maritime Apprenticeship Program
07.2013 - 08.2016
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.

Team Member

Youth Opportunities Unlimited
04.2008 - 05.2011
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Assisted in the onboarding of new team members by providing guidance, support, and training resources to ensure a smooth transition into the work environment.
  • Maintained strict adherence to company policies and procedures while sustaining high-quality work standards under pressure.

Education

GED -

Hi-set
Jamaica Plain, MA
01.2015

Skills

  • Product Sales
  • Stocking and Receiving
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Cash Handling Accuracy
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Money Transfer Systems
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent people skills
  • Safety and Cleanliness Standards
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Flexible Hours
  • Contract Preparation

Timeline

Sales Associate

Taco Bell
01.2022 - 03.2023

Landscape Worker

ROCA Street Safe
05.2016 - 11.2021

General Laborer, Industrial

Temp Agency
08.2015 - 10.2016

Concession Stand Worker

Temp Agency
08.2014 - 10.2016

Painter's Apprentice

Maritime Apprenticeship Program
07.2013 - 08.2016

Team Member

Youth Opportunities Unlimited
04.2008 - 05.2011

GED -

Hi-set
Kareem Woods