Diligent Retail Associate skillful in connecting with people and promoting products. Open and positive communicator with calm and level headed approach to managing routine needs and meeting special challenges. Experienced in maintaining stock, setting up promotions and merchandising items.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Associate/Stockroom Associate
Williston Park, NY
08.2015 - 04.2023
Welcome customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy
Assisted customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders
Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales
Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit
Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing
Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items
Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current
Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences
Escorted customers to products and pointed out complementary items to boost store sales
Prepared packages from online orders for shipment by generating packing slips and setting up courier pick- ups
Communicated with vendors to place and receive orders, request services and delivery instructions
Receptionist
Hicksville, NY
05.2009 - 08.2015
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system
Scheduled and confirmed appointments
Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day
Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules
Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events
Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders
Pulled and organized requested documentation
Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.