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Kathleen Waddell

Campo,CA

Summary

Adept at driving customer satisfaction and exceeding sales targets, leverage strong communication skills and data tracking acumen to enhance engagement and loyalty. Maintains a proactive approach and ability to engage with diverse customers resulting in significant performance metrics achievements, embodying professionalism and a goal-driven mindset.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Subscription Telesales Associate

Lamb's Players Theater
03.2008 - 06.2011
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times over the phone.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by employing strategic selling techniques and building long-lasting relationships with clients over the phone.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with thorough product demonstrations and personalized advice over the phone.
  • Enhanced brand visibility, orchestrating participation in industry events in the community.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences over the phone.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business over the phone.

Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases over the phone.

Telesales

California Marketing
05.2006 - 02.2008
  • Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the telesales team.
  • Established rapport with prospects quickly, fostering trust and credibility in the telesales process.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective telesales strategies and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Streamlined telesales processes for increased efficiency and higher call volume management.
  • Conducted post-sales follow-ups to gather valuable feedback for continuous improvement of telesales approach.

Polo Ralph Lauren Retail Specialist

Macy's
04.2003 - 05.2006
  • Participated in regular training sessions for continuous improvement in retail knowledge and skills.
  • Built rapport with clientele through engaging conversations about their needs/preferences which ultimately led to increased loyaltysales.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide accurate information and expert advice to customers.
  • Managed inventory for optimal stock levels and efficient merchandise presentation.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing personalized assistance and product recommendations.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets and maintain high performance standards.
  • Ensured a clean, organized store environment to enhance the shopping experience.
  • Assisted management with special projects such as inventory audits or promotional campaigns implementation when needed.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, ensuring customer satisfaction remained a priority during these interactions.
  • Increased sales revenue by promoting store promotions and upselling products.
  • Exceeded personal sales goals consistently while contributing to overall store performance metrics achievement.
  • Utilized POS systems efficiently for accurate transactions and inventory management purposes.
  • Contributed to successful store events by assisting with planning, setup, promotion, and execution of activities.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage rates while maintaining positive customer experiences.
  • Assisted with visual merchandising efforts, creating eye-catching displays that attracted customers'' attention.
  • Enhanced store reputation through friendly interactions with customers from diverse backgrounds.
  • Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, maintaining positive relationships.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.

Customer Service Representative

Mervyn's California
06.2002 - 04.2003
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by employing strategic selling techniques and building long-lasting relationships with clients.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with thorough product demonstrations and personalized advice.
  • Enhanced brand visibility, orchestrating participation in industry events and conferences.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

Music Industry Studies - Music Industry/ Technology

Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA

High School Diploma -

Montgomery High School
Chula Vista, CA
06.2002

Skills

  • Data Tracking
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Goal-Driven
  • Engaging with Diverse Customers
  • Product Knowledge
  • Goal Setting
  • Professionalism
  • Meeting Sales Goals
  • Telephone Etiquette

Timeline

Subscription Telesales Associate

Lamb's Players Theater
03.2008 - 06.2011

Telesales

California Marketing
05.2006 - 02.2008

Polo Ralph Lauren Retail Specialist

Macy's
04.2003 - 05.2006

Customer Service Representative

Mervyn's California
06.2002 - 04.2003

Music Industry Studies - Music Industry/ Technology

Cuyamaca College

High School Diploma -

Montgomery High School
Kathleen Waddell