Kelly De Bono
Surrey,BC
Summary
Dynamic Sales Associate with proven expertise in customer service and problem-solving, honed across roles at Sunshine Hills and other liquor stores. Excelled in creating engaging displays and enhancing customer satisfaction, leading to increased repeat business. Skilled in teamwork and time management, consistently achieving goals with a positive impact on sales and customer retention.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Sunshine Hills Liquor Store
10.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- 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.
- 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.
- Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
- Monitored sales trends to adjust sales strategies and meet changing customer demands.
- Streamlined checkout process, significantly reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
Sales Associate
One20
09.2019 - 11.2019
- 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.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Sales Associate
Stocker
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Sales Associate
Queens Liquor Store
10.2016 - 08.2019
- 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
Hook and Ladder Liquor Store
07.2014 - 12.2015
- 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.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Sales Associate
Robin Hood Liquor Store
01.2009 - 03.2010
- 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.
Education
Diploma -
Vancouver Career College
Surrey, BC06.2015
Guildford Park Secondary
Surrey, BC06.2008
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving
- Excellent people skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Goal oriented
- Exceptional customer service
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sales Associate
Sunshine Hills Liquor Store
10.2019 - Current
Sales Associate
One20
09.2019 - 11.2019
Sales Associate
Stocker
09.2019 - 10.2019
Sales Associate
Queens Liquor Store
10.2016 - 08.2019
Sales Associate
Hook and Ladder Liquor Store
07.2014 - 12.2015
Sales Associate
Robin Hood Liquor Store
01.2009 - 03.2010
Diploma -
Vancouver Career College
Guildford Park Secondary
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