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SalesAssociate

Taw Allen

Tulsa,OK

Summary

Highly motivated Retail Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service.

Highly experienced Store Manager known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.

  • Highly motivated Retail Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service.
  • Creative [Job Title] well-versed in successful sales techniques and approaches, relationship building and long-term customer retention strategies. Demonstrated competency in client acquisition and closing. Focused on maximizing bottom-line profitability by satisfying customer needs and business targets through skilled promotions.
  • Highly experienced retail Manager known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.
  • Motivated [Type] manager with demonstrated knowledge of [Industry] best practices and operations. Proven skills in enhancing productivity, efficiency and bottom-line profits with forward-thinking leadership. Bringing [Number] years of experience in field and ready to take on challenging, growth-oriented role with [Company].
  • Proactive and meticulous [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Type] industry. Proficiencies in inventory control, sales, staff training and development. Customer-oriented team player with expertise generating optimal satisfaction levels while building profits and client generation.

Retail Manager

  • Effectively promotes products and increases revenue by connecting with customers and recommending target offerings. Organized, adaptable and knowledgeable about preparing displays, merchandising shelves and assisting customers. Drive customer loyalty by providing friendly and skilled support.retail
  • RRetail store offering more than [Number] years in outside sales, sales operations and marketing. Successful in new account acquisition and growing existing account sales.
  • Motivated sales professional offering progressive sales and marketing experience. Results-oriented and energetic with unsurpassed interpersonal and communication strengths. Productive, hardworking and known for consistent performance against target sales goals and customer service expectations.retail
  • Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.Retail Manager
  • Focused [Job Title] with proven record of outperforming sales objectives, exceeding service standards and outpacing performance goals. Solid industry background with in-depth knowledge of related practices and market fluctuations. Motivated, team-oriented and enthusiastic about using skills to boost sales and support company success.
  • Motivated Sales professional with demonstrated success in merchandising and strategic development. Confident and persuasive with exemplary product knowledge. Recognized for advanced sales and merchandising skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Sutherlands Lumber
Tulsa, OK
03.2021 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

WSI (KIMBERLY CLARK)
Bixby, OK
11.2019 - 03.2021
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.

Meat and Produce Manager

Walmart
Tulsa, OK
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Coached and mentored new team members.
  • Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
  • Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.

Traveling Store Manager

Walmart
Tulsa, OK
07.2014 - 11.2018
  • 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.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Store Operations Manager

Walmart
Tulsa, OK
06.2012 - 07.2014
  • Increased sales by Number% with special displays and promotions.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.

Fresh Department Manager (all Areas)

Walmart
Tulsa, OK
09.2010 - 06.2012
  • Maintained compliance with health code standards.
  • Purchased new inventory according to expected regular and holiday demand.
  • Determined and implemented appropriate productivity, quality and service goals.
  • Trained and led team of Number department team members.

Grocery/ GM Manager

Walmart
Tulsa , OK
05.2009 - 09.2010
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.

Overnight Manager

Walmart
Tulsa, OK
07.2004 - 05.2009
  • Implemented company loss prevention and security policies during after hours and encouraged employees to adhere to safety policies and procedures to reduce threats.
  • Scheduled staff, planned budget and revised schedule to meet business needs and minimize cost.
  • Oversaw and participated in night crew activities to maximize sales, earnings and customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised personnel working overnight in Type area to support safe operation and maximize productivity efficiencies.

Education

Retail Business Management

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
04.1996

Skills

  • Stockroom Upkeep
  • Product Recommendations
  • Retail Loss Prevention
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Sales Generation
  • Order Processing
  • Sales Goal Attainment
  • Customer Service
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cash Handling
  • Membership Sales
  • Time Management
  • POS System Operations
  • Stocking and Receiving
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Self-Checkout Assistance
  • Inventory Control Procedures
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Sales Trends
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Furniture Sales
  • Shrinkage Prevention
  • Sales Leadership
  • Sales Communications
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Retail Knowledge
  • Stockroom Organizing
  • Speaking Clearly
  • Checking Inventories
  • Retail Store Operations
  • Returns and Refunds
  • Personal Shopping

Timeline

Sales Associate

Sutherlands Lumber
03.2021 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

WSI (KIMBERLY CLARK)
11.2019 - 03.2021

Meat and Produce Manager

Walmart
11.2018 - 10.2019

Traveling Store Manager

Walmart
07.2014 - 11.2018

Store Operations Manager

Walmart
06.2012 - 07.2014

Fresh Department Manager (all Areas)

Walmart
09.2010 - 06.2012

Grocery/ GM Manager

Walmart
05.2009 - 09.2010

Overnight Manager

Walmart
07.2004 - 05.2009

Retail Business Management

Cornell University
Taw Allen