Dynamic Sales Associate with proven success at Dixie Line Builders First Source, excelling in building material sales and exceptional customer service. Achieved consistent sales targets through effective upselling and relationship building, enhancing customer loyalty. Skilled in contract preparation and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative team environment to drive business growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Outdoor living Specialist
Dixie Line Builders First Source
08.2003 - 06.2020
Optimized inventory management, minimizing waste and reducing costs.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate issue resolution.
Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.
Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, influencing purchase decisions.
Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
Managed inventory to ensure product availability, contributing to uptick in sales.
Utilized CRM tools to track customer interactions and sales, enhancing effectiveness of follow-up communications.
Enhanced store revenue by consistently exceeding personal sales targets through effective customer engagement and product knowledge.
Initiated clienteling approach to build strong relationships with key customers, encouraging repeat business.
Streamlined checkout process, significantly reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
Monitored sales trends to adjust sales strategies and meet changing customer demands.
Fostered collaborative work environment, sharing best practices and sales strategies with new hires.
Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
Collaborated with management team to develop sales strategies and goals, aligning with company objectives.
Resolved customer complaints with patience and understanding, restoring customer confidence.
Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling effective upselling and cross-selling.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
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.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Education
Bachelors - Biology Biological Sciences
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
04.1982
Skills
Building material sales
Outdoor living Specialist
Exceptional Customer service
Contractor sales
Prepare comprehensive project quotes
Order and contract preparation
Shipment & logistics management
Business development
Brand promotions
Sales strategies
Blueprint interpretation
Customer account management
Retail store operations
Store opening and closing
Teamwork and collaboration
Complex problem-solving
Multi-tasking strength
Excellent people skills
Relationship team building
Outgoing personality
Verbal/written communication
Conflict resolution
POS system operation
Policy and procedure adherence
CRM software proficiency
Verbal and written communication
Client retention strategies
Upselling and cross selling
Energetic self-starter
Superb time management
“Value Added” follow up, follow through
Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Outdoor living Specialist
Dixie Line Builders First Source
08.2003 - 06.2020
Bachelors - Biology Biological Sciences
University of Utah
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