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Karina Valdez

Albuquerque,US

Summary

My experience has given me ambition to learn new things & knowledge on how to work in a fast paced setting. I'm familiar with marketing strategies such as upselling and promotions. I am exceptional at creating a friendly, welcoming environment for customers and coworkers.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Salesperson

Perfume Paradise
11.2024 - Current
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Negotiated contracts sales, securing favorable terms for both company and client.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.

Sales Representative

Victoria Secret PINK
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.

Call Center Representative

Alorica
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
  • Managed around 40 calls a day with customers.

Cashier/Server

Panera Bread
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Kept the restaurant looking presentable by closely monitoring and meeting the needs of customers and team members
  • Provided assistance to visitors by quickly resolving their questions and concerns
  • Assisted customers in completing purchases, locating items, and enrolling in reward programs in order to increase customer loyalty, satisfaction, and sales
  • Collected payments and discussed expected wait times with them to maximize customer satisfaction
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers by asking what the guests were ready to order

Volunteer

Lavender Road Handcrafted Luxury, LLC
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Used discretion and good judgment when it came to using company materials and supplies
  • Kept up to date on store promotions and made sales pitches to customers
  • Developed leadership skills by helping two businesswomen open up their shop by supporting and collaborating to help preserve the trails

Busser

Paleta Bar & Spring Rollin
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to keep the customer areas fresh and clean
  • Cleaned table tops, counter surfaces, and floors in assigned areas while assisting team members with daily tasks
  • Provided attentive service and assessed guest needs ahead of time
  • Made a point of emphasizing quick and friendly customer service
  • Worked well in a variety of team environments, collaborating with others to complete tasks

Education

No Degree - Esthiology

The Avenue Academy
Albuquerque, NM
01-2025

High School -

Amy Biehl Charter High School
Albuquerque, NM
05.2023

Skills

  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Creative problem solving
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Outgoing personality
  • Team Player
  • Organizational ability
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer service
  • Customer relationship building
  • Sales strategy development

Timeline

Salesperson

Perfume Paradise
11.2024 - Current

Call Center Representative

Alorica
06.2024 - 08.2024

Sales Representative

Victoria Secret PINK
09.2023 - 11.2024

Cashier/Server

Panera Bread
03.2023 - 08.2023

Volunteer

Lavender Road Handcrafted Luxury, LLC
09.2022 - 04.2023

Busser

Paleta Bar & Spring Rollin
05.2021 - 07.2021

High School -

Amy Biehl Charter High School

No Degree - Esthiology

The Avenue Academy
Karina Valdez