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Derek Butler

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.
Derek Butler