PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Kimberly Hutchinson

Target
Plainwell,US
Kimberly Hutchinson
13
years of professional experience

Creative Sales Professional experienced in specialty product promotion and client relationship management. Achieved consistent sales targets through strategic planning and collaboration, contributing to overall team success. Delivered value by adapting to changing market demands and excelling in persuasive communication and product knowledge.

Work History

Specialty Sales Representative

8 Months
Target | 02.2026 - Current
  • Work closely with team leaders and other team members to ensure an inspiring and friendly guest experience.
  • Fostered relationships with customers through exceptional service and personalized recommendations to drive repeat business.
  • Assisted in planning and executing in-store events that increased customer traffic and engagement with products.
  • Played an integral role in a 4 month, store wide, remodel project. In charge of weekly inventory, setting new products and collaborating with internal teams to ensure successful implementation of sales goals and marketing strategies.
  • Trained new staff on product features, sales techniques, and operational procedures to improve team performance and guest satisfaction.
  • Executed promotional activities, ensuring displays met brand standards and engaged customers effectively.

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

7 Months
Ballard Designs | 09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Specialized in friendly and high energy customer service (sales floor, cash wrap and phone).
  • One of the top sales of Ballard store credit card for customers.
  • Built strong relationships with customers by providing assistance with their purchases.

Retail Sales Associate & Key Holder

5 Months
Evereve | 10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Lead Retail Sales Associate for a women's clothing and accessories store.
  • Opening and closing the store and cash wrap/registers which included balancing the registers and making bank transactions.
  • Visual merchandising responsibilities.

Co-chair for a PTO

2 Years
The American School of The Hague | 06.2013 - 06.2015
  • Managed a committee of 10-15 members to offer weekly informational meetings for new families attending the International School of The Hague, The Netherlands.
  • Coordinated events and spoke at school functions to support and guide families transitioning into the Dutch community.
  • Facilitated collaboration among committees to enhance organizational initiatives and community engagement.
  • Developed strategic plans to improve student programs and extracurricular activities at the institution.
  • Coordinated events and meetings, ensuring alignment with school objectives and stakeholder interests.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education

Ball State University | Muncie, IN, US | 12-1993
  • Minor in Children's Theater

Skills

Strong Retail Sales experience
Phone communication
Communication skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Inventory management
Time management
Dependable and responsible
Self-motivated work ethic
Friendly
positive attitude

Timeline

Specialty Sales Representative

Target
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

Ballard Designs
09.2018 - 04.2019Read More

Retail Sales Associate & Key Holder

Evereve
10.2017 - 03.2018Read More

Co-chair for a PTO

The American School of The Hague
06.2013 - 06.2015Read More

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Elementary Education
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Kimberly Hutchinson