Valerie Vazquez
Spokane,WA
Summary
Motivated and dependable professional with strong organizational and interpersonal skills, ready to excel as a Sales Associate. Proven ability to build relationships and provide exceptional customer service while managing tasks efficiently. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team by applying problem-solving abilities and a strong work ethic.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
Spokane, WA
06.2023 - 06.2025
- **Educated clients on skincare routines tailored to individual skin types and concerns.**
- **Assisted in training new team members on product knowledge and customer service best practices.**
- **Managed inventory levels and assisted with product ordering to ensure stock availability.**
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
Kirkland, WA
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Developed an extensive knowledge of beauty products, including ingredients, benefits, and usage instructions.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills to build relationships with clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service and assisted customers with product selection.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to promote loyalty.
- Advised customers on latest and newest beauty products upon arrival.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems to process payments, returns, and exchanges quickly and accurately.
- Conducted in-depth consultations with customers to assess their needs and preferences.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds in order to achieve common goals.
- Stocked shelves, cleaned floors and organized sales areas.
- Greeted customers and ascertained what each customer wanted and needed.
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
Spokane Valley, WA
01.2025 - 04.2025
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
Spokane, WA
05.2025 - 02.2026
- **Assessed customer skin types to recommend tailored product solutions and routines effectively.**
- **Executed personalized makeup applications during in-store events to enhance customer experience and engagement.**
- **Facilitated product demonstrations to educate clients on application techniques and benefits of new products.**
Sales Lead
Pandora
Spokane, WA
05.2025 - Current
- **Cultivated relationships with clients to drive repeat business and enhance customer loyalty.**
- **Executed effective sales strategies to meet personal and team targets during peak seasons.**
- **Utilized CRM tools to track customer interactions and preferences for improved service delivery.**
- **Conducted regular product training sessions for team members to maintain consistent knowledge levels.**
- **Analyzed sales trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product promotions.**
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Provided ongoing coaching to team members, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged professional growth and skill development.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Up-sold and cross-sold products effectively, driving sales and increasing revenue.
- Cultivated a high-performance culture within the team by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievements.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and offering tailored solutions to meet clients'' needs.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently through proactive prospecting, relationship-building, and closing deals.
Babysitter
Family Members And Neighbors
Marysville, WA
01.2014 - 06.2024
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Babysitter
Family Members And Neighbors
Marysville, WA
01.2014 - 06.2024
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Teacher's Assistant
Everett High School
Everett, WA
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Teacher's Assistant
Everett High School
Everett, WA
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Tutor
Private Tutoring
Everett, WA
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Mentored and supported students to build their confidence and study skills.
Tutor
Private Tutoring
Everett, WA
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Mentored and supported students to build their confidence and study skills.
Volunteer
Everett Sausage Fest
Everett, WA
10.2013 - 06.2020
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
Volunteer
Everett Sausage Fest
Everett, WA
10.2013 - 06.2020
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
Volunteer
Everett High School
Everett, WA
10.2013 - 06.2020
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Planted and maintained gardens to provide fresh produce for individuals in need.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
Volunteer
Everett High School
Everett, WA
10.2013 - 06.2020
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Planted and maintained gardens to provide fresh produce for individuals in need.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Eastern Washington University
USAssociate of Arts - Spanish Language and Literature
Eastern Washington University
WA01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Everett High School
Everett, WA06.2020
Skills
- Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship building and management
- Customer consultation
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- First Aid/CPR
- Patience and empathy
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Dependability
Languages
Spanish
Personal Information
Title: Sales and Service Lead
Timeline
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
06.2025 - 01.2026
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
05.2025 - 02.2026
Sales Lead
Pandora
05.2025 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
01.2025 - 04.2025
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
06.2023 - 06.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Everett High School
09.2018 - 06.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Everett High School
09.2018 - 06.2021
Tutor
Private Tutoring
01.2017 - 06.2020
Tutor
Private Tutoring
01.2017 - 06.2020
Babysitter
Family Members And Neighbors
01.2014 - 06.2024
Babysitter
Family Members And Neighbors
01.2014 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Everett Sausage Fest
10.2013 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Everett Sausage Fest
10.2013 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Everett High School
10.2013 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Everett High School
10.2013 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Eastern Washington University
Associate of Arts - Spanish Language and Literature
Eastern Washington University
High School Diploma - undefined
Everett High School