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SalesAssociate

Linda Kay Lawrence

Lancaster VA ,VA

Summary

Highly experienced Job Title known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.

Work History

Sales Associate

Spectrum Paint Company
  • 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.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • 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.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with management team to develop sales strategies and goals, aligning with company objectives.
  • Resolved customer complaints with patience and understanding, restoring customer confidence.
  • Implemented feedback from customer surveys to improve shopping experience and meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
  • Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
  • Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling effective upselling and cross-selling.
  • Monitored sales trends to adjust sales strategies and meet changing customer demands.
  • Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
  • Initiated clienteling approach to build strong relationships with key customers, encouraging repeat business.
  • Provided training to new staff on sales techniques and store procedures, ensuring consistent customer service experience.
  • Participated in visual merchandising, creating attractive displays that stimulated customer interest and sales.
  • Coordinated sales promotions and events to drive store traffic and increase sales volume.
  • Enhanced store revenue by consistently exceeding personal sales targets through effective customer engagement and product knowledge.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

High School Diploma -

George Wythe High School
Richmond VA
06.1980

Skills

Have been working in the retail industry for 30 plus years and paint industry for 30 plus years love working with people and the public!

Timeline

Sales Associate

Spectrum Paint Company

High School Diploma -

George Wythe High School
Linda Kay Lawrence