Taahira Brown
Sales Associate
Hyattsville, MD
*******.*****@*****.*** - 240-***-****
• More than 4 years' successful experience in customer service and support with recognized strengths in
problem-solving and trouble-shooting, sales staff support, and planning/implementing proactive procedures
and systems to avoid problems in the first place.
• Excellent working knowledge using both PC and Mac systems; Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint,
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word.
• Ability to train, supervise customer service employees and motivate.
• A team player, acknowledged as "Total Quality Customer Service Professional."
Synopsis of Achievements • Proactive planning led to notable increase in morale in marketing department.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate
Comfort One Shoes - Washington, DC - June 2013 to January 2014
Discussed type, quality and number of merchandise required for purchase
• Recommended merchandise based on individual requirements
• Advised customers on utilization and care of merchandise
• Provided advice to clients regarding particular products or services
• Explained the use and advantage of merchandise to customers
• Answered customers' queries and concerns
• Greeted customers and determined their needs and wants
• Quoted prices and discounts as well as credit terms, and delivery dates
• Prepared sales of merchandise, accepted payment through cash, check and credit card
• Assisted in display of merchandise
• Maintained sales records for inventory control
Customer Service Representative
Nordstrom Rack - Washington, DC - April 2011 to November 2012
Assisted customers in the selection of Fine Jewelry merchandise and offered complimentary items to each
customer purchase
. Handled each transaction efficiently and accurately
. Completed minor repairs on Fine Jewelry to include, changing watch batteries, and adding slides to a slide
bracelet
. Responsible for providing outstanding customer service and establishing strong customer relationships.
. Effectively used my oral and written communication skills to meet the needs of the customers.
Office Assistant
NLDH Appraisal Services - Largo, MD - June 2009 to April 2011
Examine outgoing correspondence to ensure accuracy of information, proper formatting, grammar,
typographical errors, proper coordination and attachments.
. Prioritize calls and determined appropriate attention to satisfy the caller's needs.
. Maintain group calendar, schedule appointments, arrange conferences and plan meetings.
. Review and sort incoming appraisal documents prior to distribution to staff.
. Ensure that the file accesses are in compliance with established administrative control and procedures for
sensitive documents.
. Provided office automation advice, guidance, and assistance to staff.
EDUCATION
Business Management
Prince Georges Community College - Largo, MD
2011 to Present
Diploma in General Studies
Central High School - Capitol Heights, MD