Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
Beverly Hills, California
2019 - Current
- Sales of fine jewelry, including brands like Christian Dior, Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, in our department and boutiques throughout the store.
Paula Weisman
Sherman,CA
Summary
Joining a dynamic organization where my proven abilities in sales of fine jewelry will be utilized to effectively help the company grow.
Engaging Sales Associate committed to providing outstanding customer service and maximizing sales. Focused on team support and customer relationship building. Persuasive and friendly individual poised to consistently exceed performance standards and sales targets.
Work History
Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
Sarasota, FL
2002 - 2019
- Achieved top sales performance in fine jewelry department with the only million-dollar book.
- Received store recognition for highest percentage increase in 2018 (126%) over previous year.
- Ranked #14 in the Saks Fifth Avenue corporation in the U.S. in sales in 2013.
Sales Associate
Neiman Marcus
Tampa, FL
2001 - 2002
- Achieved top sales in fine jewelry during the last quarter of 2002.
Manager/Sales Associate
Queens Wreath Jewels
Sarasota, FL
1999 - 2001
- Demonstrated expertise in selling fine jewelry, especially items featuring diamonds and other precious stones.
- Represented designers such as Michael Beaudry, Vivid Collection, Irving Nelkin, Zydo, Erika Courtney, and Antonini.
- Played significant role in successful store opening.
- Surpassed sales objectives in 2000.
Sales Associate
Thayer Jewelers
Sarasota, FL
1997 - 1999
- Utilized expert knowledge in selling a wide range of luxury items such as large diamonds, precious stones, estate jewelry with a focus on popular brands like Harry Winston.
Sales Associate
McCarver and Moser
Sarasota, FL
1995 - 1996
- Increased revenue by effectively selling various types of store merchandise including time pieces, diamonds, precious stones, gold and silver items, designer jewelry, and fine crystal.
- Achieved the second highest sales ranking among a team of six associates within three months of employment.
Education
Certification in Diamonds -
Gemological Institute of America
Santa Monica, CA01-1994
Associate of Arts -
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA01-1980
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Sales Development
- Client Account Management
- Upselling
- Product Sales
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Merchandise Display
- Sales expertise
- Merchandising understanding
- Merchandising knowledge
- Service-oriented
- Relationship selling
- Building rapport
- Outgoing Personality
- Inventory control procedures
- Superb time management
- Exceeds sales goals
- Customer Service
- Positive and professional
- Energetic self-starter
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Sales Goals Attainment
- Inventory Tracking
- Stocking and Receiving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
2019 - Current
Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
2002 - 2019
Sales Associate
Neiman Marcus
2001 - 2002
Manager/Sales Associate
Queens Wreath Jewels
1999 - 2001
Sales Associate
Thayer Jewelers
1997 - 1999
Sales Associate
McCarver and Moser
1995 - 1996
Certification in Diamonds -
Gemological Institute of America
Associate of Arts -
Los Angeles Valley College
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of California - Los Angeles
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