Derek Butler
Richmond,VA
Summary
Extroverted, entrepreneurial, and determined seeking to use my creative talent and natural communication skills to add value to your organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Stager
Designed 2 Sell
Richmond, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinated logistics for staging installations, ensuring timely completion of projects.
- Maintained inventory of staging materials, optimizing usage for cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
- Coordinated logistics for moving furniture and accessories between storage facilities or directly to properties as needed.
- Enhanced property appeal by strategically arranging furniture, artwork, and accessories.
- Maximized space utilization by decluttering and organizing interiors for a clean, spacious appearance.
Customer Service Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
Pulaski, VA
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted customers in product selection and troubleshooting to enhance satisfaction.
- Educated customers on product features and benefits, fostering informed purchasing decisions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline store operations and improve service delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, resolving issues promptly to ensure positive experiences.
- Trained new associates on company policies, procedures, and customer service best practices.
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Maintained merchandise displays and organized inventory to optimize shopping experience.
Warehouse Associate
Ethan Allen Furniture
Dublin, VA
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Received, staged, and stored incoming merchandise.
- Processed new stock by inputting information into the system and adding labels.
- Moved large quantities of merchandise using pallet jacks, dollies, and hand trucks.
- Achieved organizational targets by consistently placing items in correct locations and resolving discrepancies.
- Supported accurate inventory management by controlling use and conducting regular cycle counts.
- Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Processed incoming trucks to unload, stage, and smoothly store merchandise.
Server
Dornans
Moose, WY
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Use verbal and physical communication skills to ensure customers are satisfied in a quick and timely manner.
- Follow safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines.
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to customers.
- Processed credit card transactions, gift cards, and cash transactions.
Remodel Associate
Walmart
Stafford, VA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Use teamwork to ensure everything is finished as swiftly and efficiently as possible.
- Explained repairs and pricing to customers, answered questions, and met tight deadlines to maximize service and build relationships.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to meet OSHA, state and company standards of safety.
- Leveraged hand or power tools to install structures or fixtures according to current building codes.
Cashier
Burger King
Stafford, VA
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Help customers by taking their orders and ensuring that they acquire everything they need.
- Engaged with customers while completing cash register transactions.
- Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked checkout areas.
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment.
Education
B.S. - Social Science Teaching
Radford University
05-2021
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Analytical thinking
- Strong communication
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Forklift operation
- Time management
- Client communication
- Creativity and innovation
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Home Stager
Designed 2 Sell
07.2023 - Current
Customer Service Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
07.2022 - 06.2023
Warehouse Associate
Ethan Allen Furniture
03.2021 - 03.2022
Server
Dornans
07.2019 - 08.2019
Remodel Associate
Walmart
05.2018 - 08.2018
Cashier
Burger King
07.2017 - 08.2017
B.S. - Social Science Teaching
Radford University
Leadership
- Captain - Radford Men's Ultimate Frisbee Team
- Elected team captain by my teammates to plan, hold, and run practices for entire semesters and coach younger players to help them get into the game faster while also keeping older players interested.