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Martha Contreras

Hood River

Summary

Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales Associate

Hood river supply (ACE)
Odell
06.2014 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selections and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
  • Maintained inventory levels and organized merchandise displays for optimal visibility.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • I’m the main clocer at the end of day pull the registers count the money and mantain store organized.
  • Run the forklift wen needed.
  • Conducted regular stock checks to ensure product availability and quality.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance store operations and customer service.
  • Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies effectively.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.

Walmart

Inventory Control
Hood River
05.2003 - 08.2025
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

  • Running the cash register as needed.

Ryan’s juice

Fruit sorter
Hood River
03.2009 - 06.2014
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Customer Service Manager

Mid valley market
Hood River
06.1997 - 08.2003
  • Managed customer service team to enhance client satisfaction and support.
  • Developed training programs for staff to improve service skills and efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and effective communication.
  • Coordinated conflict resolution processes to handle customer complaints effectively.
  • Analyzed service metrics to identify areas for improvement and training needs.
  • Facilitated staff meetings to promote teamwork and share best practices in service.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Assisted staff with resolving complex customer issues and implementing targeted solutions.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Monitored staff performance to ensure adherence to customer service standards.
  • Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify areas of improvement in customer service processes.
  • Delivered continuous training to associates to maximize performance and customer relations skills.
  • Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.
  • Evaluated and authenticated returns, exchanges and voids.
  • Evaluated overall effectiveness of existing customer service policies and procedures and recommended changes as necessary.
  • Led team engagement to assist cross-functional departments and achieve goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Run the cash register as needed count the money at the end of day.

Education

Hood River Valley High School
Hood River , OR

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Visual merchandising
  • Inventory management
  • Point-of-sale operations
  • Team training
  • Product knowledge
  • Cash handling
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Inventory control procedures
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Sales training
  • Store opening and closing
  • Retail store operations
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Money handling

Timeline

Sales Associate

Hood river supply (ACE)
06.2014 - Current

Ryan’s juice

Fruit sorter
03.2009 - 06.2014

Walmart

Inventory Control
05.2003 - 08.2025

Customer Service Manager

Mid valley market
06.1997 - 08.2003

Hood River Valley High School
Martha Contreras