Sarah Weatherly
Summary
Dynamic sales professional with proven expertise in customer engagement and visual merchandising, honed at SFS, Inc. and other leading retailers. Excelled in enhancing brand awareness and exceeding sales quotas through effective product promotions and upselling strategies. Demonstrated exceptional ability to analyze sales data for merchandise optimization, contributing to significant customer satisfaction and store performance improvements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales/Retail Sales Representative
SFS, Inc, Spar
11.2022 - Current
- Boosted sales revenue by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate products or services.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Delivered exceptional service by consistently meeting or exceeding performance metrics for quality, speed, and accuracy.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Office Assistant
Crafty Corners and Gifts
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
Retail Sales/Merchandising Representative
Advantage Solutions
10.2010 - 03.2019
- Increased brand awareness through effective visual merchandising techniques and engaging promotional materials.
- Conducted regular audits of product displays, ensuring compliance with company standards and guidelines.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Maximized product visibility by implementing strategic store layouts and optimizing shelf placements.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
Education
Surgical Technology
UAMS Surgical Technology
North Little Rock, AR01-2002
Radio, TV And Film
UALR
Little Rock, AR05-1975
Marketing/Advertising
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-1972
Skills
- Customer Engagement
- Purchase Recommendations
- Product Sales
- Payment Processing
- Visual Merchandising
- Upselling strategies
- POS System Operation
- Brand Awareness
- Customer Assistance
- Store maintenance
- Product Promotions
Timeline
Sales/Retail Sales Representative
SFS, Inc, Spar
11.2022 - Current
Office Assistant
Crafty Corners and Gifts
03.2019 - 11.2022
Retail Sales/Merchandising Representative
Advantage Solutions
10.2010 - 03.2019
Surgical Technology
UAMS Surgical Technology
Radio, TV And Film
UALR
Marketing/Advertising
University of Arkansas
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