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Patti Dawson

Sales/Customer service
Chapel Hill,NC

Summary

Natural leader with proven record of exceeding sales targets and driving customer service excellence. Skilled in training and mentoring new associates on methods and techniques to build customer retention and boost loyalty. Passionate about helping customers and delivering exceptional experiences with every interaction. Effectively promotes products and increases revenue by connecting with customers and recommending target offerings. Organized, adaptable and knowledgeable about preparing displays, merchandising shelves and assisting customers. Drive customer loyalty by providing friendly and skilled support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
Chapel Hill,, NC
Oct - Current

Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.

  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue to at least 10%.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise

Customer Service Associate

Harris Teeter Grocery Store
Chapel Hill, NC
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Worked in bread department- from freezer-baking, packaging- slicing for sales and displays
  • Work in Deli department- slicing, weighing and breaking down slicers, to cleaning all that is necessary to maintain clean and healthy department.
  • Worked in substation- making of sandwiches and heroes to customers specifications. (Condiments, heating etc.).

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Touro College
New York, NY

Skills

  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Sales trends
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Product promotions
  • Point of sale operation
  • Cash Handling
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Excellent people skills
  • Professional demeanor
  • Sales training
  • Merchandising understanding
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Exceptional customer service

Timeline

Customer Service Associate

Harris Teeter Grocery Store
02.2016 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science -

Touro College

Sales Associate

Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
Oct - Current
Patti DawsonSales/Customer service