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MERARI NAVARRETE

SPRING VALLEY,US

Summary

Retail professional with 5 years of experience in customer service, sales, and inventory management. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and time management skills, with a proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and optimizing sales processes. Bilingual in Spanish and English, committed to fostering a positive team environment and driving organizational success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CASHIER/SALES ASSOCIATE/ CASHIER ASSISTANT

COSTCO WHOLESALE
La Mesa, California
07.2020 - Current
  • Provided personalized assistance to members, offering product recommendations and resolving inquiries to enhance shopping experiences.
  • Maintained impeccable store presentation through meticulous clean-up, department setup, and closing tasks, ensuring a welcoming environment.
  • Provided expert product guidance and recommendations, addressing member inquiries to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.
  • Optimized membership conversions by effectively communicating upgrade benefits, contributing to increased customer retention and sales growth.
  • Streamlined checkout processes, reducing wait times and enhancing customer satisfaction while maintaining accuracy in transactions.

HOSTESS/CASHIER

CASA DE PICO
La Mesa, CA
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Carefully managed reservation schedule and balanced seating capacity with available staff to ensure optimal customer experience.
  • Receive payments and charge the correct amount, calculating and issuing correct change for To-Go orders.
  • Fostered a clean, organized work environment, contributing to team productivity and maintaining high standards of restaurant presentation.
  • Implemented creative seating strategies during peak hours, minimizing wait times and maximizing table turnover rates.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly to ensure a positive dining experience.

BRAND REPRESENTATIVE/CASHIER

HOLLISTER CO
San Diego, CA
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Register sales on a cash register by scanning items, itemizing, and totaling customer's purchases.
  • Elevated brand image through dynamic product promotion, ensuring customer satisfaction while efficiently managing sales transactions and inventory.
  • Proposed and implemented creative solutions for common customer inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience and brand loyalty.
  • Cultivated a team-oriented atmosphere, working seamlessly with colleagues to address customer needs and uphold the company's high service standards.
  • Passionately represented the Hollister Co. brand, effectively communicating product features and promotions to drive sales and customer engagement.

Education

Bachelors - Marketing

San Diego State University
05-2026

Associate in Science for Transfer - Business Administration

San Diego Mesa College
05-2024

Skills

  • Cash Handling
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Refunds
  • Time Management
  • Sales
  • Reservation Management
  • Inventory Management

Certification

LASH TECHNICIAN | RariLashes

References

  • Amelia Elliott, Costco Wholesale, ameliaeden222@gmail.com, (619)942-0820
  • Robert Jackson, Costco Supervisor, (619)410-3444

Languages

  • Spanish, Native
  • English, Highly proficient

Timeline

CASHIER/SALES ASSOCIATE/ CASHIER ASSISTANT

COSTCO WHOLESALE
07.2020 - Current

HOSTESS/CASHIER

CASA DE PICO
10.2019 - 07.2020

BRAND REPRESENTATIVE/CASHIER

HOLLISTER CO
03.2019 - 10.2019

Bachelors - Marketing

San Diego State University

Associate in Science for Transfer - Business Administration

San Diego Mesa College
MERARI NAVARRETE