Expert retail sales professional offering [17] years experience in retail customer service and retail management. Focused on exceeding sales goals. Accomplished Department and Store Manager with [17] years of managerial experience in a retail setting. Areas of expertise include sales, recruiting and people management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaner
Camp Pringle
Shawnigan Lake, BC
08.2014 - Current
Daily cleaning of all washrooms. Weekly cleaning of all buildings, floors, windows etc.
Store-Manager
Mill Bay Marina
Mill Bay, BC
04.2013 - 10.2013
Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [100]% accuracy.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.
Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
Trained [5] new sales associates each quarter.
Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.
Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items.
Used time efficiently when not serving customers, including folding clothes and cleaning out fitting rooms.
Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays.
Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
Supervised and directed all merchandise and shipment processing.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
Maintained established merchandising standards, including window, sales floor and promotional displays.
Front-End Manager
Cobble Hill Country Grocer
Cobble Hill, BC
01.1999 - 05.2012
Maintained established merchandising standards, including window, sales floor and promotional displays.
Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [100]% accuracy.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.
Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
Alerted customers to upcoming sales events and promotions.
Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.
Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items.
Educated customers about the brand to incite excitement about the company’s mission and values.
Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store’s efficiency.
Used time efficiently when not serving customers, including folding clothes and cleaning out fitting rooms.
Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Verified that all customers received receipts for their purchases.
Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays.
Mentored new sales associates to contribute to the store’s positive culture.
Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
Cultivated a customer-focused shopping environment by greeting and responding to all customers in a friendly manner.
Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.
Recognized and rewarded outstanding work performance to cultivate a positive and collaborative customer service culture.
Worked with the management team to implement the proper division of responsibilities.
Actively pursued personal learning and development opportunities.
Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
Supervised and directed all merchandise and shipment processing.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
Front End Supervisor/Scanner
File-Maintenance/Front-End Supervisor
Cobble Hill, BC
06.1997 - 11.1998
Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [100]% accuracy.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.
Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
Alerted customers to upcoming sales events and promotions.
Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.
Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items.
Educated customers about the brand to incite excitement about the company’s mission and values.
Followed up with over [500] customers each week to verify that they were satisfied with purchases.
Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store’s efficiency.
Used time efficiently when not serving customers, including folding clothes and cleaning out fitting rooms.
Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Verified that all customers received receipts for their purchases.
Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays.
Mentored new sales associates to contribute to the store’s positive culture.
Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
Cultivated a customer-focused shopping environment by greeting and responding to all customers in a friendly manner.
Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.
Recognized and rewarded outstanding work performance to cultivate a positive and collaborative customer service culture.
Worked with the management team to implement the proper division of responsibilities.
Actively pursued personal learning and development opportunities.
Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
Supervised and directed all merchandise and shipment processing.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
Maintained established merchandising standards, including window, sales floor and promotional displays.
Book-Keeper
All-Make Transmission
City of Victoria, BC
05.1993 - 06.1997
Prepared Payroll Data entry, accounts payable and receivable Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner. Transferred all calls to the service department. Booked appointments
Head Cashier/Part-Time Bookkeeper
Shop Easy 311/Peppers Family Food Mart
Greater Victoria Area, BC
Maintained established merchandising standards, including window, sales floor and promotional displays.
Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [100]% accuracy.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.
Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
Alerted customers to upcoming sales events and promotions.
Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.
Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items.
Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store’s efficiency.
Used time efficiently when not serving customers, including folding clothes and cleaning out fitting rooms.
Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.
Worked with the management team to implement the proper division of responsibilities.
Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
Education
Graduation Certificate - undefined
Camosun College
Greater Victoria Area, BC
1981
Graduation Certificate (99%) - Office operations
Medical Office Assistant Course
Langley District Municipality, BC
1989
Graduation Certificate - Word Processing
Capital Stenographic Services
Greater Victoria Area, BC
1983
Skills
Customer-oriented
Active listening skills
Credit card transactions
Retail sales
Consistently meets sales goals
Retail sales
Computer literate
POS systems knowledge
Merchandising
Stocking
Personable
Skilled problem solver
Motivated team player
Employee relations
Accomplishments
Awarded Employee of the Year twice and Employee of the Month several times while employed with Country Grocer.