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Mary Lambert

Harrisburg,PA

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Walmart, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and effective product recommendations. Proven skills in cash handling accuracy and loss prevention strategies, fostering strong relationships that drive repeat business. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and organization, ensuring an inviting shopping environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Team Member

B&W
Harrisburg, PA
05.2018 - Current
  • Maintained general knowledge of departments to help customers quickly locate products and merchandise.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Organized and recovered shelves, put away returns, and cleaned spills and messes to maintain high standards throughout sales floor.
  • Developed strong relationships with regular customers which increased return visits.
  • Cleaned counter areas, floor and restrooms to meet safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, ensuring optimal shopping experience for customers.
  • Interacted positively with team members and customers to promote commitment to organization's vision and values.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, demonstrating empathy and commitment to excellent service.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on company policies, procedures, and product knowledge.
  • Used computer and point of sale system knowledge to process transactions, perform product lookups and verify inventory availability.
  • Assisted colleagues during busy periods or when covering absences so that the optimum level of staffing was maintained at all times.
  • Ensured store presentation met company standards by arranging displays attractively and keeping shelves wellstocked.
  • Used cash register to tally purchases, collect payment and execute fast and friendly check-out experiences.
  • Streamlined checkout process, accurately handling cash transactions and maintaining balanced registers.
  • Ensured compliance with all company policies related to safety, security, health regulations, resulting in fewer incidentsinjuries.
  • Helped achieve sales targets by identifying upselling opportunities and promoting loyalty programs to customers.
  • Assisted in successful promotional events, engaging customers and driving sales growth.
  • Followed inventory management and loss prevention policies to minimize shrink in store.
  • Boosted sales with effective product recommendations based on customer needs and preferences.
  • Enhanced store efficiency through diligent inventory management and accurate stock replenishment.
  • Strengthened team collaboration, participating in daily meetings to discuss goals and strategies for improvement.
  • Handled cash transactions with accuracy, maintaining financial integrity at checkout.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and trends, advising customers effectively.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage and protect assets.
  • Improved store safety by adhering to protocols and conducting regular checks.
  • Streamlined restocking process to minimize disruptions on sales floor.
  • Improved product visibility, arranging items in eye-catching displays.
  • Addressed and resolved customer issues, ensuring positive resolution for all parties involved.
  • Trained new team members, ensuring they were well-prepared for their roles.
  • Facilitated seamless checkout process, reducing wait times for customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by quickly resolving complaints and inquiries.
  • Contributed to achieving sales targets by promoting current deals and loyalty programs.
  • Supported promotional events to increase store traffic and sales.
  • Organized backroom supplies, improving efficiency in restocking efforts.
  • Assisted customers in finding products to meet their needs, enhancing shopping experience.
  • Increased store efficiency by organizing merchandise and maintaining clean, accessible displays.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring products were well-stocked and current.
  • Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly upon entry.
  • Conducted price changes and markdowns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with corporate guidelines.
  • Enhanced team performance, providing feedback and coaching to peers.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • 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.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Retail Worker

Hersheypark Entertainment
Hershey, PA
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.

Sales Associate

Giant Food Stores
Harrisburg, PA
05.2022 - 05.2023

Overnight Stocking

Warehouse Worker

Ross Distribution Center
Carlisle, PA
09.2020 - 01.2021

Marking inventory

Receiving

Unloading

Shipping

Store Associate

Walmart
Harrisburg, PA
06.2017 - 12.2019
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • 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.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Enhanced store appearance and shopping experience with meticulous shelf organization and cleanliness.
  • Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, leading to repeat store visits and enhanced customer loyalty.
  • Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly and providing personalized assistance.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering welcoming store atmosphere.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Handled customer complaints with empathy and patience, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
  • Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD

Skills

  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Workplace safety
  • Store maintenance
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Stock replenishment
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Customer engagement
  • Brand representation
  • Promotional support
  • Merchandise display
  • Product demonstration
  • POS system operation
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Returns and exchanges
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Customer service
  • Friendly and helpful
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Team cooperation
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Team building
  • Honest and dependable
  • Team leadership
  • Customer assistance
  • Creative thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Safety and cleanliness standards
  • Positive customer engagement
  • Store opening and closing
  • Inventory and stocking
  • Organization
  • Product knowledge
  • Basic mathematics
  • Decision-making
  • Cash register operation
  • Engaging with diverse customers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Flexible hours
  • Goal driven
  • Staff support
  • Payment processing
  • Register opening and closing
  • Cash handling
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds
  • Product merchandising
  • POS software
  • Cash drawer management
  • Store organization
  • Building customer loyalty
  • Store policies and procedures
  • Sales and promotions
  • Speech clarity
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Sales floor organization
  • Item ticketing and pricing
  • Inventory management
  • Retail merchandising
  • Product and service sales
  • Order management
  • Brand promotion
  • Exceeding customer expectations
  • Informed product selections
  • Merchandise receiving and handling
  • Security practices
  • Gift wrapping
  • Merchandising and display
  • Meeting sales goals
  • Loss prevention
  • Product runs
  • Team supervision
  • Merchandise recommendations
  • Special order coordination
  • Information analysis
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Sales records management
  • Retail metrics and goals
  • Product demonstrations
  • Dressing room assistance
  • Purchase packaging
  • Dispute mediation
  • Service contracts
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Retail Worker

Hersheypark Entertainment
08.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Associate

Giant Food Stores
05.2022 - 05.2023

Warehouse Worker

Ross Distribution Center
09.2020 - 01.2021

Store Team Member

B&W
05.2018 - Current

Store Associate

Walmart
06.2017 - 12.2019

No Degree - Nursing

The Community College of Baltimore County
Mary Lambert