Talon Fuentes
San Diego
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background at Trader Joe's, excelling in customer service and innovative problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance team performance and engage customers effectively. Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in public relations, I thrive in fast-paced environments and consistently deliver exceptional outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trader Joe's/Sales Associate
San Diego Store #224
San Diego
08.2023 - Current
- Cash register, stocking shelves, product location & display, greeting & customer relations, unload merchandise deliveries
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
American Marketing Association
Club at San Diego State
San Diego
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Acquired knowledge of sales tactics and effective conversation starters.
- Enhanced sales and marketing skills through weekly seminars with credited speakers.
Trader Joe's Frozen Food Leader
Modesto Store #9
Modesto
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Cash register, stocking shelves, product location & display, greeting & customer relations, unload merchandise deliveries
- Trainer for incoming crew members
- Section writer for soda water
- Moved to San Diego store for college transfer 2023
C3 Construction Inc.
Ceres
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Executed construction site clean-up, removing trash and dismantling structure braces.
- Set up and tore down tools efficiently to support project timelines.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Professional Sales And Sales Management
San Diego State University
San Diego05-2025
AA Degree - Business Administration
Modesto Junior College
05-2023
Skills
- Customer service and support
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal effectiveness
- Innovative and creative thinking
- Versatile work approaches
- Public relations management
- Problem solving and analysis
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Adobe Creative Suite expertise
- Social media management
References
References provided upon request
Refined Abilities
- Credible and reliable customer service
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Innovative, versatile, and creative work behaviors
- Professional public relations
- Proficient problem solving
Certification
Level 4: Excel Black Belt
Timeline
American Marketing Association
Club at San Diego State
08.2023 - 05.2025
Trader Joe's/Sales Associate
San Diego Store #224
08.2023 - Current
Trader Joe's Frozen Food Leader
Modesto Store #9
07.2021 - 08.2023
C3 Construction Inc.
03.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Professional Sales And Sales Management
San Diego State University
AA Degree - Business Administration
Modesto Junior College