Laurie Buissett
Fort Ashby,WV
Summary
Results-driven sales associate with extensive experience in flooring solutions and a focus on client retention strategies. Skilled in product knowledge, effective sales techniques, and inventory management, poised to drive sales growth and enhance customer loyalty. Energetic Sales Associate dedicated to driving customer satisfaction and increasing sales. Positive and respectful contributor talented in filling, facing and organizing products to maintain department standards. Hardworking and punctual individual recognized for consistently receiving high ratings on customer feedback surveys. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Home Towne Floors & Interiors
Romney , WV
03.2019 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers in selecting flooring and interior design options.
- Maintained knowledge of product features and benefits for effective sales.
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service to build lasting relationships.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on flooring solutions.
Adoption Specialist
Hamphire County Animal Control
Augusta, West Virginia
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of prospective adoptive families.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and resources.
- Managed detailed case files and documentation for each adoption case.
- Created informational materials about the benefits of adoption for use at conferences or workshops.
Sales Associate
Home Towne Floors & Interiors
Romney, West Virginia
02.2005 - 02.2013
- Assisted customers in selecting flooring and interior design options.
- Maintained knowledge of product features and benefits for effective sales.
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service to build lasting relationships.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on flooring solutions.
Inventory Manager
Advanced Auto Parts
Romney, West Virginia
01.1997 - 02.2005
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Monitored inventories on computer to generate accurate reports.
- Received, checked-in and stocked merchandise throughout store, helped maintain store inventory levels and assisted with orderliness and cleanliness of sales floor and stock room.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
- Resolved issues related to receiving errors such as incorrect quantities or missing items.
Education
GED -
Hampshire High School
Romney, WV07-1984
Skills
- Product demonstrations
- Point-of-sale systems
- Customer relationship management
- Sales strategy
- Inventory management
- Visual merchandising
- Client retention strategies
- Customer service
- Multi-tasking strength
- Inventory tracking
- Sales expertise
- Reliable and punctual
- Inventory control
- Cash handling
- Outgoing personality
- Exceptional customer service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Home Towne Floors & Interiors
03.2019 - 07.2025
Adoption Specialist
Hamphire County Animal Control
01.2016 - 03.2019
Sales Associate
Home Towne Floors & Interiors
02.2005 - 02.2013
Inventory Manager
Advanced Auto Parts
01.1997 - 02.2005
GED -
Hampshire High School