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Marissa Brown

Marissa Brown

Summary

Adaptable team player with 12 years of experience in front line sales and leadership roles. Uses a motivational approach and upbeat nature to help coach individuals on the sales floor, while generating success and building a culture to sell confidently. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, staffing and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking with a communication style focused on maximizing engagement and customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities or work on holidays to meet team goals. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers a career path for professional growth from within the company.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Rep

Cellular Sales Verizon
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Informed customers of sales and promotions to build customer base, boost traffic and increase customer loyalty.
  • Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers.
  • Promoted new products and services to existing customers, driving revenue growth and satisfaction.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.

Head Coach

Victoria's Secret & PINK
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
  • Assessed training program effectiveness on regular basis and improved upon deficient areas.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.

Customer Sales Guide

DriveTime Auto
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
  • Met customers on lot and in showroom to discuss available vehicles and options.
  • Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.

Store Leader

The Digital Store - Verizon Agent
04.2019 - 01.2022
  • Merchandised products beautifully with attractive displays to quickly move stock.
  • Kept customers and other employees up-to-date on latest devices and technology by performing frequent product demonstrations.
  • Assisted and supported training of new sales associates.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.


September 2021: The Digital Store was acquired by BeMobile, another Verizon MId-Major Agent. During this time I continued working as a Store Leader of the East Peoria location until the store was closed. I left the company January 2022.

Senior Guest Advisor

GameStop
04.2019 - 10.2019
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed EOD bank books.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Sales Rep / Cellular Agent

Cellular Plus - US Cellular Agent
12.2012 - 04.2019
  • Greeted store customers promptly and responded to questions with knowledgeable service.
  • Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide accurate advice.
  • Updated database with customer and sales information.
  • Reviewed purchases for fraudulent activities.
  • Maintained productive relationships with existing customers through exceptional follow-up after sales.

Lead Hostess

Basta's Italian Kitchen
03.2012 - 06.2012
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.

NICU Receptionist/ Unit Float for the Hospitality Department

OSF Medical Center
02.2012 - 12.2012
  • Escorted Parents/ Visitors back into ICU Unit following proper scrubbing and policy procedures.
  • Assisted guests with any special requests or questions during their visits.
  • Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement or hospital security staff.
  • Checked passes and credentials of persons seeking to enter the unit.
  • Continuously monitored door entrance for people without permission to visit.

Education

High School Diploma - Required Gen Education

Washington Community High School
Washington, <font>IL</font>

Associate of Applied Science - Gen Education

Illinois Central College
<font>East Peoria</font>, <font>IL</font>

Work Availability

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Sales Rep

Cellular Sales Verizon
04.2023 - 10.2023

Head Coach

Victoria's Secret & PINK
01.2023 - 04.2023

Customer Sales Guide

DriveTime Auto
08.2022 - 10.2022

Store Leader

The Digital Store - Verizon Agent
04.2019 - 01.2022

Senior Guest Advisor

GameStop
04.2019 - 10.2019

Sales Rep / Cellular Agent

Cellular Plus - US Cellular Agent
12.2012 - 04.2019

Lead Hostess

Basta's Italian Kitchen
03.2012 - 06.2012

NICU Receptionist/ Unit Float for the Hospitality Department

OSF Medical Center
02.2012 - 12.2012

High School Diploma - Required Gen Education

Washington Community High School

Associate of Applied Science - Gen Education

Illinois Central College
Marissa Brown