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Tierney McDermott

Clearwater,FL

Summary

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Online Sales Representative/Retail Sales Associate

Emerald City Comics
06.2024 - 07.2025
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Trained new hires on company policies along with selling techniques specific to our products, ensuring consistent sales team performance.
  • Generated detailed sales reports to track performance metrics over time, informing future strategy adjustments as necessary.
  • Streamlined the order fulfillment process, reducing overall shipping times while maintaining accuracy levels.
  • Regularly updated product inventory, ensuring availability of best-selling items for prompt customer delivery.
  • Monitored online reviews closely to address any negative feedback promptly while also capitalizing on positive testimonials.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.
  • Handled customer complaints with empathy and patience, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
  • Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.

Sales Associate Specialist

Whetstone Chocolates
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs, and products, helping drive high customer retention.
  • Consistently maintained store cleanliness and visual appeal, ensuring an inviting atmosphere for customers.
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of product offerings and effectively communicated this knowledge to potential buyers, helping them make informed decisions.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.

Sales Associate

Aunt Matilda's Steampunk Trunk
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • 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.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.

Seasonal Worker

Five Below
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective communication skills, fostering teamwork within our group.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor and upbeat attitude throughout the busy holiday season.
  • Handled high-pressure situations effectively by remaining calm and focused during peak seasonal times, allowing for the swift resolution of customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during peak holiday seasons.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to varied work schedules as needed during peak seasons, ensuring adequate staff coverage at all times.
  • Completed cashier duties efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions and a pleasant checkout experience for customers.

Team Member

Smoothie King
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise best suited to needs.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Ensured smooth operations during peak periods via effective time management techniques such as delegation and task prioritization.

Team Member

Smoothie King
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Worked different stations and stores to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Gained recognition for delivering excellent customer service through active listening, empathetic communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
  • Assisted in the onboarding of new team members by providing guidance, support, and training resources to ensure a smooth transition into the work environment.
  • Exceeded performance goals through diligent task completion, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through on assignments.
  • Monitored and verified merchandise for proper prices and labels.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks effectively and adjusting workload as necessary to meet deadlines.
  • Maintained clean and orderly store environment, ensuring pleasant shopping experience for customers.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by implementing more efficient checkout process.
  • Increased sales through effective product placements and persuasive communication skills.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular checks and staff training.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any discrepancies.

Retail Sales Associate

OCC Road House & Museum
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.

Retail Sales Associate

Surf Style Retail Management Inc.
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Handled customer complaints with empathy and patience, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
  • Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Server/Bartender

Waypoint6 Tavern and Geekery
09.2017 - 03.2020
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.

Education

GED -

Pinellas Technical College
Largo, FL
07-2016

Skills

  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Online marketing
  • Social media proficiency
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Sales strategies
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Shipment coordination

Timeline

Online Sales Representative/Retail Sales Associate

Emerald City Comics
06.2024 - 07.2025

Sales Associate Specialist

Whetstone Chocolates
04.2024 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

Aunt Matilda's Steampunk Trunk
12.2023 - 04.2024

Seasonal Worker

Five Below
10.2023 - 12.2023

Team Member

Smoothie King
02.2023 - 11.2023

Team Member

Smoothie King
04.2022 - 01.2023

Retail Sales Associate

OCC Road House & Museum
03.2022 - 06.2022

Retail Sales Associate

Surf Style Retail Management Inc.
12.2020 - 01.2022

Server/Bartender

Waypoint6 Tavern and Geekery
09.2017 - 03.2020

GED -

Pinellas Technical College