Dynamic Sales Associate with proven expertise in customer service and sales excellence honed at American Freight Furniture, Mattress & Appliance. Adept at relationship building and problem-solving, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Demonstrated ability to boost sales through effective communication and teamwork, contributing to significant store performance improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
American Freight Furniture, Mattress & Appliance
02.2010 - 01.2025
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.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
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.
Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
Education
Diploma - General
Eastlake North High School
Eastlake, OH
04.1998
Skills
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving skills
Multi-tasking strength
Listening skills
Problem-solving
Excellent people skills
Reliable and punctual
Goal oriented
Exceptional customer service
Relationship building
Outgoing personality
Cash handling
Money handling
Flexible schedule
Verbal/written communication
Stocking and receiving
Cash handling accuracy
Client service
Conflict resolution
Sales expertise
Product sales
Customer needs assessment
POS system operation
Accomplishments
Executed $700,000 or more in sales for 9 consecutive years.
Brought in number new customers.
Exceeded monthly quota number times.
Timeline
Sales Associate
American Freight Furniture, Mattress & Appliance
02.2010 - 01.2025
Diploma - General
Eastlake North High School
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