Sophia Olivarez
Manorville
Summary
Sales professional known for maintaining high standards and delivering results. Extensive experience in fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic retail environments. Reliable and flexible, skilled in inventory management and customer engagement. Recognized for strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coastal Steward
Southampton Board of Trustees
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted daily site visits to monitor piping plover populations across Southampton.
- Meticulously recorded field notes during site visits on nesting activity, predator disturbances, and hatchling numbers.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired symbolic fencing as well as off-road vehicle fencing.
- Educated citizens on the importance of piping plovers and why we protect them.
Sales Lead Keyholder
Ann Taylor Factory
04.2022 - Current
- Trained and mentored new staff in operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Led team in achieving sales targets through effective customer engagement and product knowledge.
- Maintained a clean and visually appealing store environment, enhancing customer experience and promoting return visits.
- Improved customer service by projecting a friendly and knowledgeable attitude.
Intern
Hampton Dive Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Assisted certified divers with equipment setup, safety checks, and post-dive maintenance.
- Supported dive operations by preparing tanks, regulators, wetsuits, and safety gear.
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service experiences.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts, and counting money back change.
- Performed floor moves, display maintenance, and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized, and current.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY12-2025
Skills
- Team management
- Strong leadership
- Customer service
- Store operations
- Avian identification
- Field data collection
- Public outreach
Certification
- EFR- CPR/First Aid/Care for Children with AED
- Rescue Diver
- Emergency Oxygen Provider
- DSI Open Water Scuba Diver
- Adventure Diver
- Advanced Open Water Diver
Timeline
Coastal Steward
Southampton Board of Trustees
03.2026 - Current
Intern
Hampton Dive Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
Sales Lead Keyholder
Ann Taylor Factory
04.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
11.2015 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Stony Brook University