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Kevin Collin Ward

Lawrenceburg

Summary

Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team, and support organizational goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Guitar Center
Florence
06.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Sales Associate

Guitar Center
Florence
04.2021 - Current
  • Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.

Server

Willie's Sports Cafe' / Hidden Valley Lake
Lawrenceburg
03.2018 - 03.2022
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.

Education

High School Diploma -

Saint Henry District High School
Erlanger, KY
06-2020

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Presentation skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Sales operation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Employee training

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Manager

Guitar Center
06.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Guitar Center
04.2021 - Current

Server

Willie's Sports Cafe' / Hidden Valley Lake
03.2018 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Saint Henry District High School
Kevin Collin Ward