Magan Houston
Trumann
Summary
Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Specialist
Dillards
Jonesboro, AR
07.2024 - Current
- Duties include stocking, cleaning, unpacking freight, and building displays.
- Obtain product knowledge to sell.
- Responsible for maintaining sales quota and along with making sure customers leave happy and satisfied.
- Specialized in luggage and made year to date numbers for the department.
Sales Associate
Food Giant Pharmacy
Harrisburg, AR
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Increased customer satisfaction through effective product recommendations and personalized service.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, ensuring accurate communication to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for improving overall store performance.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, enhancing loyalty and repeat business opportunities.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Implemented promotional displays to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Island Learning Center
Jonesboro, AR
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Mentored new teaching staff, sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Organized educational activities that aligned with state standards, ensuring curriculum compliance and quality education delivery.
- Led workshops on early childhood development topics, enhancing staff knowledge and community engagement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
Preschool Teacher
Kidspot Pediatric Therapies
Jonesboro, AR
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in young learners.
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to support diverse developmental needs of preschool children.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing classroom environment, promoting social skills and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to track student progress and enhance home-school connections.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting instructional methods to improve overall learning outcomes.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Financial Relationship Consultant
Regions Bank
Union City, TN
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Guided clients in gathering information such as bank account records, income tax returns, life and disability insurance records, pension plans, and wills.
- Implemented financial planning recommendations or referred clients to someone to assist with plan implementation.
- Investigated available investment opportunities to determine compatibility with client financial plans.
- Reviewed clients accounts and plans regularly to determine whether life changes, economic changes, environmental concerns, or financial performance indicate need for plan reassessment.
- Analyzed financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies for meeting clients financial objectives.
- Devised debt liquidation plans that include payoff priorities and timelines.
Chiller Rehanger
Tyson
Union City, TN
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Stood on foot for 8+ hours daily.
- Responsible for hanging over 28 birds per minute at minimum.
- Repetitive motion and fast paced.
Child Caregiver
Methodist Day School
Wynne, AR
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Cared for children at school.
- Practiced student safety along with other procedures.
- Made sure play areas were safe and sanitary.
Child Caregiver
Kidspot
Union City, TN
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Provided a safe and affectionate environment for children.
- Interacted with parents daily.
- Practices such as child safety and well being.
- Made sure children left the classroom happy and safe.
Education
Associate of Science - Teaching, General Studies, Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2021
Certification - Achievement
East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, AR05.2018
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technologist
Asun
Marked Tree, AR05-2026
Skills
- Strong and positive work ethic
- Works well under pressure
- Good with time management
- Years of customer service experience
- Leadership Experience
- Cash Handling
- Financial goal planning
- Communication Skills
- Punctuality
- Coachable
- Relationship building
- Client relations
- Customer service and care
Timeline
Sales Associate
Food Giant Pharmacy
07.2025 - 10.2025
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Island Learning Center
02.2025 - 06.2025
Preschool Teacher
Kidspot Pediatric Therapies
09.2024 - 02.2025
Sales Specialist
Dillards
07.2024 - Current
Financial Relationship Consultant
Regions Bank
03.2022 - 10.2022
Chiller Rehanger
Tyson
03.2021 - 03.2022
Child Caregiver
Methodist Day School
08.2016 - 05.2018
Child Caregiver
Kidspot
10.2014 - 08.2016
Certification - Achievement
East Arkansas Community College
Associate of Science - Teaching, General Studies, Education
Arkansas State University
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technologist
Asun
AWARDS
Certification of Achievement