Ray Forster
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. 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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Ashely Furniture
Spartanburg, SC
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
Tree Trimmer
Scape-a-lot
Johns Island, SC
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Assessed tree health and identified hazardous trees for trimming or removal.
- Utilized climbing gear, chainsaws, pole saws, and other tools for trimming and cutting trees.
- Inspected properties for potential hazards.
- Adhered to industry safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work including sweeping debris away from walkways, driveways, lawns.
Roofing Salesperson
Weather Guard
Charleston, SC
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Climbed ladders to reach roofs for inspection.
- Calculated estimated costs for damages and losses.
- Conducted onsite inspections of property damage or loss.
- Informed customers about the claims process and helped them every step of the way.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites daily upon completion of each project.
- Performed minor repairs on gutters and downspouts when needed.
- Communicated regularly with clients about progress updates throughout the duration of each project.
Roofing Salesperson
Storm Guard
Charleston, SC
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted customers in selecting the most suitable roofing materials based on their needs and budget.
- Provided technical advice on roofing installation, maintenance and repair.
- Negotiated contracts with clients while maintaining a positive relationship with them.
- Managed customer relations by responding promptly to inquiries, complaints and requests for information.
- Followed up with customers after installation and repair work was completed for feedback.
Roofing Salesperson
Nex-Gen Roofing
Denver, CO
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided technical advice on roofing installation, maintenance and repair.
- Managed customer relations by responding promptly to inquiries, complaints and requests for information.
- Generated new business through networking, door to door and other methods of prospecting.
- Negotiated contracts with insurance companies while maintaining a positive relationship with them.
- Organized product demonstrations to showcase the benefits of different roofing products and services.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including quotations, orders, payments.
- Analyzed roofing plans and specifications to determine product requirements.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rock Canyon High School
Highlands Ranch, CO05-2015
Skills
- Contract Preparation
- Project Estimation
- Client Relationship Building
- Lead Generation
- Product and Service Knowledge
- Closing Sales
Timeline
Sales Associate
Ashely Furniture
02.2023 - 01.2024
Tree Trimmer
Scape-a-lot
10.2021 - 01.2023
Roofing Salesperson
Weather Guard
01.2021 - 10.2021
Roofing Salesperson
Storm Guard
05.2020 - 01.2021
Roofing Salesperson
Nex-Gen Roofing
02.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Rock Canyon High School
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