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Rita Audler

Pearl,LA

Summary

  • Top-notch professional known for driving sales opportunities and engaging customers. An award-winning Appliance Sales Associate with a talent for detailing product information and features.
  • Confident Appliance Sales Associate promoting a great career spent exceeding client expectations through active listening, dynamic communication and effective marketing skills. Ready to take on a new sales-oriented position where developed talents can be best utilized.
  • Educated Appliance Sales Associate offering 4 years of expertise in fast-paced retail environments. A driven employee dedicated to providing exceptional service that leads to repeat business opportunities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

3RD KEY/Appliance Sales Specialist

CONNS HOMEPLUS
06.2019 - Current
  • Engaged customers using well-honed interpersonal and people skills to determine which appliances best fit needs and preferences.
  • Maintained product knowledge to assist and educate customers on options available.
  • Explained benefits and features of warranty programs, resulting in consistent add-on sales
  • Aided customers in locating and purchasing merchandise in store and on website to achieve sales goals.
  • Utilized [Software] to check item availability in store inventory.
  • Ascertained displayed merchandise reflected high standards of showroom readiness, operated as intended during demonstrations and remained up-to-date, accurately mirroring manufacturer's current product offering.
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.

FIELD EQUIPMENT MANAGER

RCI/COX VENDOR
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Maintained clean and organized facilities.
  • Inventoried and loaded supplies for travel.
  • Increased organizational efficiency by multitasking to foster timely project completion.
  • Trained team members effectively to maintain consistent productivity.
  • Saved $800@month rent by implementing standardized operations for locations such as a storage unit for equipment storage until drop off day.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
  • Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
  • Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
  • Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.

FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE

SPECTRUM
05.2014 - 05.2019
  • Consistently maintained top sales position throughout the years for the St Tammany parish area.
  • Maintained responsibility for 500 accounts within assigned territory, consistently touching base to assess needs and satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough records of leads and customer account information.
  • Forecasted sales, developing and evaluating various methods of customer interaction.
  • Represented company brand during customer and prospect interactions.
  • Developed and presented educational pitches detailing practical and financial product benefits.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.

Lead Sales Associate

Burkes Outlet Bealls
02.2017 - 05.2018
  • Handled cash register operations and customer transactions to process payments.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Processed and stocked merchandise in accordance with store standards.
  • Maintained store visual standards by setting up window and interior displays to merchandising guidelines.
  • Performed inventory control procedures to manage stock.
  • Greeted customers and provided product advice to increase sales.
  • Participated in store meetings and product training sessions to understand and sell items.
  • Monitored sales team performance and provided constructive feedback.
  • Assisted in development of monthly sales goals to motivate team and drive business objectives.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

USM
Hattiesburg, MS
05.2015

Associate of Arts - Education

MGCCC
Gulfport, MS
05.2011

Skills

  • Building Customer Loyalty
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Product Demonstration
  • Merchandising and Display
  • Professional Development
  • Consultative Sales
  • Register Opening and Closing
  • Exceeding Customer Expectations
  • Store Presentation
  • Returns and Exchanges
  • Professional Relationships
  • High-End Appliance Knowledge
  • Store Policies and Procedures
  • Available Nights, Weekends and Holidays

Timeline

3RD KEY/Appliance Sales Specialist

CONNS HOMEPLUS
06.2019 - Current

FIELD EQUIPMENT MANAGER

RCI/COX VENDOR
06.2019 - 02.2021

Lead Sales Associate

Burkes Outlet Bealls
02.2017 - 05.2018

FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE

SPECTRUM
05.2014 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Education

USM

Associate of Arts - Education

MGCCC
Rita Audler