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Shawn Dowd

Upper Darby,PA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Sales specialist with strength in negotiations, e-commerce and customer service. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Specialist

Apple
12.2023 - Current
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
  • Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problemsolving.
  • Delivered engaging sales presentations, effectively communicating the value of products and services to prospective clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients needs.

Assistant Manager

Rue 21
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.

Store Manager

SnipesUSA
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Educated customers on new products/services to increase customer engagement with brand(s).
  • Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.

Assistant Manager

SnipesUSA
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Monitored inventory management and assisted with accurate, cost-effective ordering processes.
  • Engaged directly with customers to offer assistance and resolve complaints.
  • Implemented strategies focused on increasing store sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Supported senior management in implementing and upholding store policies and procedures.
  • Produced regular sales reports, analyzed data and identified areas for improvement.
  • Audited store operations and records under management direction and resolved discrepancies.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Rosemont College
Bryn Mawr, PA
05.2019

Associate of Science - Sports Management

Manor College
Jenkintown, PA
05.2017

Skills

  • Quality Standards
  • Project Management
  • Staff Training
  • Business Development
  • Staff Management
  • Time Management
  • Payment Processing

Timeline

Sales Specialist

Apple
12.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Rue 21
06.2023 - 11.2023

Store Manager

SnipesUSA
10.2021 - 01.2023

Assistant Manager

SnipesUSA
06.2020 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Rosemont College

Associate of Science - Sports Management

Manor College
Shawn Dowd