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Kerry Poole

Kerry Poole

Jarratt,VA

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate with proven success at Dollar Tree, excelling in product sales and customer service. Skilled in upselling and relationship building, consistently achieving sales targets. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and teamwork, while maintaining inventory control and a welcoming store environment.

Work History

Sales Associate

Dollar Tree
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
  • 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.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
  • Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Customer Service Cashier

Walmart
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Managed cash register operations accurately, reducing the risk of shortages or overages in daily reconciliations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Provided support to fellow cashiers by stepping in during breaks or assisting with complex transactions as needed.
  • Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Handled sensitive information securely while processing payments through various methods including cash, credit cards, and gift cards.
  • Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
  • Redeemed coupons to discount purchases.
  • Offered additional services such as loyalty programs or special promotions to enhance customer engagement.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Monitored inventory at checkout, ensuring high-demand items were always in stock.
  • Participated in regular inventory counts, ensuring accuracy in store stock levels.
  • Assisted customers in locating products, improving overall shopping efficiency and satisfaction.
  • Implemented customer feedback system, leading to actionable insights for store improvement.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of checkout area, contributing to positive shopping environment.
  • Addressed customer inquiries with detailed product knowledge, increasing sales through informed recommendations.
  • Utilized point-of-sale systems efficiently, ensuring accurate pricing and swift transaction processing.
  • Managed cash drawer and financial transactions to maintain accurate store accounts.
  • Upheld strict adherence to store policies and regulations, minimizing potential financial discrepancies.
  • Promoted store loyalty programs to customers to enhance engagement and repeat business.
  • Trained new cashiers, enhancing team efficiency and accuracy in transactions.
  • Enhanced store security by identifying and reporting suspicious activities.
  • Resolved customer complaints, leading to noticeable improvement in customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing prompt and accurate transactions.
  • Contributed to achievement of sales targets through suggestive selling techniques.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

High School Diploma - Diploma

Roanoke Rapids High School
Roanoke Rapids, NC
06.1991

Skills

Product sales

Timeline

Sales Associate

Dollar Tree

Customer Service Cashier

Walmart

High School Diploma - Diploma

Roanoke Rapids High School
Kerry Poole