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SalesAssociate

Skyler Minton

London,KY

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate with proven expertise at Big Lots, excelling in customer service and teamwork. Recognized for boosting customer satisfaction through persuasive selling techniques and a detail-oriented approach. Adept at visual merchandising and time management, consistently achieving sales targets while fostering a welcoming store environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Big Lots
06.2021 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Laurel High School
London, KY
05-2020

Communications

University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY

Art

University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in visual design software
  • Persuasion techniques
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Active listening
  • Goal oriented
  • Organizational skills

Interests

  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
  • Sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Flower gardening as a form of artistic expression
  • Researching, which is driven by my desire to learn new things
  • Listening to new music, including in other languages

Timeline

Sales Associate

Big Lots
06.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

South Laurel High School

Communications

University of The Cumberlands

Art

University of The Cumberlands
Skyler Minton