Valerie Duesterberg
Sealy
Summary
Dependable and detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in retail operations and customer service. Known for integrity, patience, and a strong work ethic, committed to fostering positive customer relationships and ensuring smooth store operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Hand
Frydek Heritage Farms
Sealy, TX
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted in daily feeding and care of livestock, ensuring animal health and productivity.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Rotated stock and restocked freezers to maintain product availability.
In-store Manager
Steinhauser's
Sealy, TX
12.2018 - 03.2026
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth store functioning while maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring optimal inventory management and merchandising standards.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure product availability, supporting customer satisfaction and sales efficiency.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and maintain stock levels.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to track stock levels., cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving targeted promotions and improving store performance.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust inventory accordingly, preventing stockouts of popular items.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to uphold positive relationships with clientele.
- Optimized checkout process to reduce wait times, improving customer satisfaction scores.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with training and mentoring new staff members.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Executed point of sale opening and closing tasks efficiently. opening and closing procedures.
- Updated merchandise displays regularly to feature new products and promotions, enhancing store appeal.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Retail Sales Associate
Cato Fashions
Minden, LA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently, processing transactions and handling cash accurately.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards to create appealing displays that increased product visibility.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Oversaw inventory levels, ensured accurate shipment processing, and restocked merchandise.
Education
Associate of Arts - Christian Ministry
Maranatha Baptist University
Watertown, WI08-2023
Skills
- Reliable and work ethic
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Work ethic and integrity
- Patience and empathy
- Time management skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Money handling and management
Timeline
Ranch Hand
Frydek Heritage Farms
06.2026 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Cato Fashions
02.2022 - 04.2022
In-store Manager
Steinhauser's
12.2018 - 03.2026
Associate of Arts - Christian Ministry
Maranatha Baptist University