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SalesAssociate

Melissa Davidson

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record at BJ’s, excelling in customer service and relationship building. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction and driving repeat business through exceptional service. Skilled in cash handling and inventory control, adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve sales goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

BJ’s
04.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Assistant Manager

Rite-Aid Pharmacy
02.2015 - 10.2024
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.
  • Facilitated team-building activities, enhancing team cohesion and morale.

Education

High School Diploma -

Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent people skills
  • Goal oriented
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cash handling
  • Money handling
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Cash register operation
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Client service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Store opening and closing
  • Sales expertise
  • Product sales
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Sales strategies
  • POS system operation
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Professional demeanor
  • Retail store operations
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Guest relations
  • Sales training
  • Payment processing
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory tracking
  • Sales development
  • Building rapport
  • Inventory control
  • Merchandise display
  • Product recommendations
  • Order processing
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Brand promotion
  • Point of sale operation
  • Negotiation tactics

Timeline

Sales Associate

BJ’s
04.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Rite-Aid Pharmacy
02.2015 - 10.2024

High School Diploma -

Department of Education
Melissa Davidson