Xavier Barrett
Lafayette
Summary
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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Apex Auto Solutions
Lafayette, LA
03.2026 - Current
- Generated and closed refinance opportunities by consulting with clients to understand financial goals and present tailored loan solutions
- Built trust with customers over the phone, overcoming objections and guiding them through complex financial decisions
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets in a commission-driven environment
- Managed a high volume of inbound and outbound leads while maintaining strong conversion rates
- Explained detailed financial products in a clear, persuasive way to drive informed buying decisions
- Followed up with prospects to nurture leads and increase closing rates
Soldier
US Army
Lafayette, LA
03.2024 - Current
- Developed leadership and communication skills in fast-paced, high-stakes training environments
- Directed small team activities and coordinated tasks to meet mission objectives
- Built resilience and adaptability while operating under pressure and tight deadlines
- Applied structured problem-solving and strategic thinking in dynamic scenarios
Outside Sales Representative
Safehaven ADT
Lafayette, LA
01.2024 - Current
- Consistently closed high-value deals through direct, face-to-face cold sales
- Built instant rapport with prospects to drive conversions in a competitive environment
- Demonstrated persistence and resilience by maintaining performance despite frequent rejection
- Negotiated pricing and terms to finalize sales and maximize revenue
Manager
CUPIDS CLOSET L.A.
Lafayette, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Keep store clean, stocked, work cash register and provide customer service
Sales Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
Lafayette, LA
04.2020 - 02.2022
- Keep store tidy, help customers when needed, keep shelves stocked and in order, unload import truck when needed.
Lifeguard
American Pools
Lafayette, LA
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Watch over all patrons at the pool, keep pool area safe for enjoyers, keep pool area clean and make sure everyone is following the rules
Crew Member
Burger King
Lafayette, LA
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Clean, work the cash register, provide customer service, prepare fresh food daily and keep store tidy.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Computer Science and Accounting
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LASkills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent people skills
- Outgoing personality
- Cash register operation
- Conflict resolution
- Customer needs assessment
- Product sales
- Sales expertise
- Sales strategies
- Upselling
- Sales training
- Sales development
- Sales goals attainment
- Negotiation tactics
- Point of sale operation
- Sales trends
Certification
- Guard Card February 2025 to February 2027
- CPR Certification
- Lifeguard Training
- AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Apex Auto Solutions
03.2026 - Current
Soldier
US Army
03.2024 - Current
Outside Sales Representative
Safehaven ADT
01.2024 - Current
Manager
CUPIDS CLOSET L.A.
06.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
04.2020 - 02.2022
Lifeguard
American Pools
04.2019 - 08.2019
Crew Member
Burger King
04.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor's degree - Computer Science and Accounting
University of Louisiana at Lafayette