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Zachary Alfano

Methuen

Summary

Innovative and hardworking professional with a strong background in sales and customer service. Demonstrates consistent ability to drive sales, surpass goals, and cultivate lasting relationships with customers. Highly organized and adept at communication and problem-solving, with a proven track record of motivating and leading sales teams to achieve success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Supervisor

Vans
06.2024 - Current
  • Resolved conflicts among staff members diplomatically, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Mentored new hires in company policies, job responsibilities, and expectations, ensuring successful integration into the team.
  • Boosted sales through effective merchandising strategies and attention to product placement on the floor.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively managing floor operations and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Served as a positive role model for staff, exemplifying strong leadership qualities and a commitment to company values.

Sales Lead

Vans
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Contributed to team success through consistent achievement of sales objectives.
  • Facilitated associate development through focused coaching on sales and client engagement techniques.
  • Work on the sales floor with customers, providing them with options and recommendations while achieving company goals and promoting positive experiences for customers
  • Handled a range of retail tasks like heading merchandising efforts, maintaining store cleanliness, managing cash registers.

Sales Associate

Go! Calendars Games And Toys
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • 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.

Sales Associate

Vans
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Established a positive rapport with customers by delivering friendly, personalized service.
  • Developed an in-depth understanding of the product line and was able to effectively communicate features and benefits to customers.
  • Managed cash register and POS transactions efficiently, including purchases, refunds, and exchanges.
  • Maintained merchandising standards by ensuring shelves were consistently stocked.
  • Recognized with several accolades and elevated role as of November 2022.

Part-Time Assistant Manager / Keyholder

FYE
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Identified inefficiencies to propose actionable improvements for overall workflow.
  • Addressed service gaps with targeted initiatives to exceed customer expectations.
  • Led training initiatives, enhancing employee skills and confidence.
  • Established open lines of communication with team for feedback and suggestions.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Keyholder

Josh's Toys & Games
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Executed store opening and closing procedures by adhering to documented checklist.
  • Provided daily feedback to team members to improve individual and store performance
  • Oversaw staff performance to fulfill tasks and meet objectives.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through superior relationship-building.
  • Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote company brand
  • Operated point-of-sale terminals efficiently while processing transactions quickly
  • Upheld store cleanliness to provide a safe shopping atmosphere.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma -

Methuen High School
Methuen, Massachusetts
06.2020

Skills

  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Store Appearance
  • Brand Awareness
  • Sales Expertise
  • Store Operations
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Retail Knowledge
  • Revenue Generation
  • POS systems operations

Timeline

Floor Supervisor

Vans
06.2024 - Current

Sales Lead

Vans
11.2022 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

Vans
11.2021 - 11.2022

Sales Associate

Go! Calendars Games And Toys
10.2021 - 01.2023

Part-Time Assistant Manager / Keyholder

FYE
08.2021 - 07.2022

Keyholder

Josh's Toys & Games
10.2020 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Methuen High School
Zachary Alfano