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Sarah Jones Assistant Manager/Team Leader 914 779-4567 Sjones78640@my.sunywcc.edu linkedin.com/sarahjones Experienced sales professional with in-depth knowledge of consumer services and retail environments . Excellent team leader who can develop and implement a successful marketing/sales strategy . Knowledge and experience with related technology maximize utilization of relevant software and systems. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Assistant Manager Ashley’s Furniture Stores, White Plains, NY, 2017–Present Joined as Sales Associate, promoted through a series of increasingly responsible positions based on strong team leadership performance. Currently manage 20-plus employees at main flagship location. • Increased sales through strong customer service skills • Developed strategies to recruit, train, and retain high- quality employees • Implemented next-generation POS technology. • Reduced annual purchasing costs by 3.5% Sales Associate TJ Maxx, Yonkers, NY 2015–2017 Developed strong sales background by focusing on customer service, merchandising, and teamwork. • Created and operated a successful sales environment by consistently focusing on customer needs • Reduced shrinkage by suggesting new associate strategy • Received three Top New Sales Associate awards. Ranked No. 4 out of 214 sales associates nationwide. SKILLS Merchandise Planning and Allocation Financial Planning and Profit Analysis POS Software Inventory Shrinkage Control Sales Coaching QuickBooks Merchandising Standards Vendor Relations & Communication New Sales Associate Training HIGHLIGHTS Achieved record sales in off season 20% sales growth Hired and trained more than 10 employees 5-year proven sales growth track record Awarded “Sales Associate of the Month” and “General Team Leader of Year” awards for profit and productivity ideas EDUCATION AS , Marketing, cum laude SUNY Westchester Community College, Valhalla, NY GPA 3.6 Related courses: Marketing Management, Advertising, Sales