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Nicole Elam

Oak Brook,IL

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my exceptional customer service and sales development skills at Lululemon to significantly enhance customer engagement and loyalty. Through strategic merchandising and relationship building, I successfully increased sales, demonstrating a proven ability to meet and exceed sales goals. My proactive and dynamic sales strategies have consistently resulted in positive customer experiences and business growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate, Merchandise

Lululemon
04.2014 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.

Education

Interior Design -

Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MN

Skills

  • Client Account Management
  • Sales Development
  • Business Development
  • Contract Preparation
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Order Processing
  • Sales Goals Attainment
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Merchandising understanding
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Stocking and Receiving
  • Guest Relations
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Sales Training
  • Listening Skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Sales Pipeline Management
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Point of sale operation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • POS System Operation
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Sales Strategies
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Merchandising knowledge
  • Problem-Solving
  • Retail Store Operations
  • Sales expertise
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Time Management
  • Client Service
  • Relationship selling
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Display Setup
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Product Recommendations
  • Product Promotions
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Building rapport
  • Relationship Building
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Sales trends
  • Merchandise Display
  • Customer Service

Additional Information

Previous employment:

Virco Furniture, Tertiary Sales Representative for Architecture and Design, Northern Arizona

Dupres, High End Sales and DesignsScottsdale, AZ

Design Solutions and Interiors and Steelcase, Minneapolis, MN

Timeline

Sales Associate, Merchandise

Lululemon
04.2014 - Current

Interior Design -

Dakota County Technical College
Nicole Elam