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Sarah Maltz

Sarah Maltz

Hamilton,NJ

Summary

Highly experienced Sales Associate known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Hot Topic
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.

Cashier

Dollar Tree
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.

Pet Sitter

Self-employeed
04.2025 - Current
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
  • Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
  • Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.

Education

David Brearley High School
Kenilworth, NJ
06-2019

Skills

  • Flexible schedule
  • Client communication
  • Promotional support
  • Retail loss prevention
  • Upselling
  • Relationship building
  • Money handling
  • Positive and professional
  • Customer service
  • Superb time management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Upselling and cross selling

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Enjoy participating in community events for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like poetry, painting, and acting, to expand skills and techniques
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Coding and Programming
  • Animal Care
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Homelessness Outreach
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy

Timeline

Pet Sitter

Self-employeed
04.2025 - Current

Cashier

Dollar Tree
09.2024 - 12.2024

Sales Associate

Hot Topic
04.2022 - 08.2022

David Brearley High School