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BRENDAH GONZA

Northport,ON

Summary

At Mukwano Group Of Companies, I excelled as a Sales Associate, leveraging my exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills to enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales. My strategic upselling techniques and ability to maintain calm under pressure led to a significant increase in repeat business, underscoring my goal-oriented approach and teamwork capabilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Mukwano Group Of Companies
01.2007 - 12.2023
  • 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.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
  • Conducted regular competitor analysis to stay informed about market trends, adjusting pricing strategies accordingly for optimal results.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

NKUMBA UNIVERSTY
WAKISO, UGANDA
02.2006

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Customer Needs Assessment

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sales Associate

Mukwano Group Of Companies
01.2007 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

NKUMBA UNIVERSTY
BRENDAH GONZA