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Karen Triana-Soto

Wichita

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.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

JCPenney
01.2025 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.

Sales Associate

American Eagle Airlines
10.2024 - 12.2024

Increased sales objectives by strengthening bonds with customers.

  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.

Sales Associate

MobileComm
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.

Food Associate

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Streamlined order processing procedures resulting in improved efficiency within the kitchen team.
  • Received numerous commendations from management for exceptional teamwork and dedication to providing exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen, adhering to strict hygiene regulations and safety guidelines.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally, maintaining a positive brand image for the establishment.
  • Cooked food per standard recipes with understanding of safe temperatures and cooking procedures.
  • Coordinated special events catering services, leading to successful functions with satisfied clients.
  • Championed sustainable practices including recycling initiatives which resulted in reduced waste production at the establishment.
  • Consistently achieved sales targets by upselling menu items and promoting daily specials.

Education

North Wichita High School
Wichita, KS
12.2024

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Goal oriented
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Cash handling
  • Money handling
  • Flexible schedule
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Client service

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Associate

JCPenney
01.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

American Eagle Airlines
10.2024 - 12.2024

Sales Associate

MobileComm
02.2023 - 04.2024

Food Associate

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs
09.2022 - 12.2022

North Wichita High School
Karen Triana-Soto