Lynne Smith
Middlesbrough,North Yorkshire
Summary
Friendly and approachable, with exceptional communication and customer service skills, complemented by proven ability to handle transactions and manage stock. Known for creating positive shopping experiences and assisting customers with product information.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Sales assistant
WHSmith\TGJones
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
11.2004 - 12.2025
- Handled cash transactions with precision, processing sales swiftly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of promotions to assist customers effectively.
- Provided tailored product recommendations, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Ensured timely stock replenishment to guarantee product availability.
- Created welcoming environment by organising displays and maintaining cleanliness.
- Conducted regular stock checks, recording out-of-stock items to meet demand.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently, managing refunds accurately.
- Fostered strong relationships with customers through attentive service interactions.
Sales Assistant
Poundstretcher
Stockton-on-Tees, North yorkshire
05.1994 - 09.1999
- Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions helping customers make informed buying decisions.
- Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
- Addressed customer needs promptly, resulting in positive feedback and loyalty.
- Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.
Education
Kings Manor Secondary School
MiddlesbroughSkills
- Price tagging
- Electronic point-of-sale systems
- Brand awareness promotion
- Point of sale expertise
- Strategic selling techniques
- Point of sale operation
- Successful up-selling
- Cash handling
- Visual merchandising
- Security compliance
- Positive attitude
- Product merchandising
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales assistant
WHSmith\TGJones
11.2004 - 12.2025
Sales Assistant
Poundstretcher
05.1994 - 09.1999
Kings Manor Secondary School