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James Stevens

Champaign

Summary

Experienced Sales Associate, with a proven track record for many years, excelling in upselling, and retail loss prevention. Skilled in building customer loyalty through effective communication and problem-solving. Recognized for enhancing customer experiences and driving sales through persuasive techniques, ensuring repeat business and satisfaction.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

O'Brien Auto Team
07.2023 - 03.2025
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.

Sales Associate

Sullivan-Parkhill Chevrolet
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.

Sales Associate

Obrien Auto Park
04.1990 - 03.2021
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.

Mechanical Troubleshooter Railroad Machinery

ICG Rail Road
06.1976 - 10.1987

Keep all machines on a rail gang, or a tie gang, running at all cost. 26 machines on a rail gang, and 14-15 on tie gangs, mostly Hydaulic.

Education

Associate of Science - General Studies

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
12-1989

Skills

  • Retail loss prevention
  • Upselling
  • Promotional support
  • Cold calling

Timeline

Sales Associate

O'Brien Auto Team
07.2023 - 03.2025

Sales Associate

Sullivan-Parkhill Chevrolet
03.2021 - 06.2023

Sales Associate

Obrien Auto Park
04.1990 - 03.2021

Mechanical Troubleshooter Railroad Machinery

ICG Rail Road
06.1976 - 10.1987

Associate of Science - General Studies

Parkland College
James Stevens