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Wendell Porter

Milwaukee,WI

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Sales Associate/Stylist Sales AssociateStylist Sales AssociatePersonal Shopper

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Milwaukee, WI, USMilwaukee, WI
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsWork-life balance

Summary

Enthusiastic Sales Associate with strong customer service skills. Known for effective communication and problem-solving abilities, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Sales professional with solid track record in driving revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Adept at building strong client relationships, leveraging product knowledge, and implementing effective sales strategies. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability ensures consistent achievement of goals in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and time management.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate/Stylist Sales Associate

Nordstrom
04.2025 - 11.2025
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise, providing personalized recommendations based on needs and preferences.
  • Maintained visual standards by organizing product displays and ensuring shelves were fully stocked.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, enhancing checkout efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets through effective communication and teamwork.
  • 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.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Initiated clienteling approach to build strong relationships with key customers, encouraging repeat business.

Stylist Sales Associate

Anthropologie
Asheville, NC
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted customers in selecting products that aligned with individual style preferences and needs.
  • Maintained visually appealing merchandise displays to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless store operations and optimal inventory management
  • Processed transactions accurately at the point-of-sale system while maintaining professionalism with cash handling procedures.
  • Met or exceeded individual financial and credit goals while contributing to store's bottom line.
  • Educated customers on value and quality of products, leading to higher satisfaction and trust.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.

Personal Shopper

Marshall Fields
Wauwatosa, WI
11.2000 - 02.2004
  • Curated personalized shopping experiences based on customer preferences and trends.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping satisfaction.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality merchandise availability.
  • Implemented effective inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels.
  • Trained junior staff on customer service best practices and product knowledge.
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent requests without compromising attention to detail or overall service quality.
  • Greeted clients entering store to provide welcoming environment and friendly customer service.
  • Increased sales revenue by carefully selecting high-quality products tailored to the unique needs of each client.
  • Managed client budgets effectively, sourcing high-quality products while staying within financial constraints.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mesmer HighSchool
Milwaukee, WI

No Degree - Education

Lake Forest College
Lake Forest, IL

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual if
  • Stocking and receiving
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Professional demeanor
  • Payment processing
  • Policy and procedure adherence
  • Friendly and outgoing

Accomplishments

  • Awarded “Employee of the Month” in [year].2012

Fields Finest

I was given the award based on increased productivity over previous years and verbal and written commendations from clients.It was also based on on expansion of merchandise diversity, and achieving credit opening goals.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Sales Associate/Stylist Sales Associate

Nordstrom
04.2025 - 11.2025

Stylist Sales Associate

Anthropologie
11.2023 - 07.2024

Personal Shopper

Marshall Fields
11.2000 - 02.2004

High School Diploma -

Mesmer HighSchool

No Degree - Education

Lake Forest College