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Karen Wisdom

OLATHE,KS

Summary

Sales associate with proven success at Couches to Curios, specializing in visual merchandising and customer service. Enhanced customer satisfaction through strategic product displays and effective communication. Focused on driving sales and building relationships, resulting in seamless transactions and repeat business. Dependable and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Decor And Furniture Sales Associate

Couches to Curios
Overland Park, KS
07.2022 - Current
  • Created promotional displays to attract more attention to products.
  • Answered incoming calls from customers inquiring about product availability, pricing and delivery options.
  • Greeted customers and determined their needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions and customer information.
  • Completed sales transactions quickly and accurately while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured proper display of merchandise on showroom floor according to company standards.
  • Assisted customers in selecting furniture pieces that fit their design preferences, budgets and lifestyles.
  • Processed all paperwork related to sales transactions including invoices, credit card slips.
  • Organized promotional events such as clearance sales or holiday discounts.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers

Sales Associate

Z Gallerie
Leawod, KS
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Streamlined sales floor layout by strategically arranging displays and organizing stock for improved visual appeal.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through expert guidance on furniture, decor, and home accessories.
  • Processed furniture orders efficiently while overseeing returns, exchanges, and register operations for seamless transactions.
  • Greeted and welcomed customers in to the store

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Child Development

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12-1981

Skills

  • Visual merchandising and accessory styling
  • Sales transactions and cash handling
  • Product knowledge and inventory management
  • Order processing and cash register operation
  • Customer service and assistance
  • Effective communication and problem solving
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Professionalism and dependability

Certification

  • Kansas Real Estate License

Timeline

Home Decor And Furniture Sales Associate

Couches to Curios
07.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Z Gallerie
07.2017 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Child Development

Northern Illinois University