A Bookstore Clerk works in bookstores and libraries and supports the patrons looking for books or magazines. The roles and responsibilities are varied and the Bookstore Clerk Resume typically describes duties such as – greeting customers, maintaining database of available and non-available books, taking inventories, organizing books, collecting payments, assisting customers in finding their books or stationeries, cleaning and maintaining the bookstore, ensuring the bookstore is equipped with latest books collection, and rendering other duties such as – emptying lockers, removing lock chambers and replacing locks.
Skills often seen on successful resumes include – attention to details, ability to document bookstore transactions, familiarity with managing and recording cash receipts and related processes; knowledge of marketing patterns, and deep understanding of functions related to perpetual inventories. Formal education is not a must; however, candidates are expected to have a high school diploma with strong knowledge of bookkeeping and the ability to operate online software.
Headline : Throughout extended retail career gain a multitude of skills and abilities that have allowed to advance further in the retail field. These abilities and skills include such things as responsiveness to work.
Skills : Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point.
Description :
Prepared and processed returns to publishers and vendors; prepare and maintain data records of returns.
Acquired product knowledge of items sold and the needs of a college bookstore.
Received, priced, and stocked books, supplies, and general merchandise; updated shipping and receiving data on the computer.
Maintained controls to ensure accurate and timely receipt of merchandise, desired inventory levels, and returns of merchandise under conditions of sale.
Maintained and updated bookstore inventory records.
Performed functions related to cashiering such as: operating cash register and credit card machine; assist customers; answer telephones.
Processed financial aid, agency, and department charges while maintaining the confidentiality and security of protected student information.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Public Relations
Bookstore Clerk I Resume
Objective : Seeking an entry-level office position that will utilize existing knowledge of basic clerical skills, the opportunity to earn more experience, and contribute to the efficiency of the office.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Data Entry, Filing.
Description :
Greeted and provided direct bookstore service to a diverse student customer population.
Answered incoming calls, provides information and assistance to callers, takes messages, and/or routes calls to appropriate personnel.
Provided a variety of routine clerical duties as necessary, including but not limited to: data entry, copying and filing documents.
Input student and staff information into TA2, a Textbook Management program, as well as Banner, an Account Management program.
Operated a cash register, charges appropriate bookstore accounts, balances register and reconciles daily cash register sales reports.
Received and processes shipments and deliveries. Assists in the processing of online orders and maintenance of the website.
Maintained current inventory and assists with a year-end inventory.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Bookstore Clerk I Resume
Objective : Dedicated and focused Administrative Assistant who excels at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks, and following through to achieve departmental goals.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email Communication.
Description :
Received, priced, stocked, and shelved general merchandise.
Assisted in the supervision of student assistants, including training, assigning and checking work.
Assisted with textbook ordering, pricing, and stocking. Responsible for preparing the NICC bookstore for the fall semester.
Assisted in creating and setting up merchandise displays and other merchandising activities.
Performed various bookkeeping tasks, such as processing departmental requisitions, processing paid invoices into purchase journals, and the like.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner and responded to their queries Recorded the daily sale of books and supplies.
Sorted, logged and distributed all incoming mail and packages Reported daily transactions to the bookstore manager.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Digital Media Arts
Bookstore Clerk/Executive Resume
Headline : Working as a Certified Medical Assistant where have experience with EMR databases, taking vital signs, customer service, working with a team, injections, office administration, EKGs.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Type 40 Wpm, Customer Service.
Description :
Greeted and assists students in a friendly and positive manner assisting them with receiving books per their program of study.
Received and inspected merchandise ensuring all items are reconciled with purchase orders.
Organized inventory and updates / maintains the database of inventory.
Filed, scanned, and copied off all official documents. Maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.
Able to make sure that the students had all of the correct school supplies and knowledge of materials and equipment that we offered.
Ran efficiently and all the materials and equipment were received on time for the next semester.
Utilized customer service and office administration skills.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Medical Assisting
Jr. Bookstore Clerk Resume
Objective : Worked in medical records Accomplishments Set up Electronic Medical Records, Used Professional Customer Service skills, scanning charts into electronic system.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Email Communication, Inventory Management.
Description :
Received, priced, stocked, and shelved general merchandise. Performed all aspects of a retail bookstore.
Assisted in the supervision of student assistants, including training, assigning and checking work.
Assisted with textbook ordering, pricing, and stocking.
Assisted in creating and setting up merchandise displays and other merchandising activities.
Performed various bookkeeping tasks. Processing paid invoices into purchase journals, and the like.
Greeted and attend customers Operate the cash register and other equipment Take inventory Maintain and update database Keep maintenance.
Serviced multi-line phone service, cashier, data entry in Book Master System.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
High School
Bookstore Clerk/Analyst Resume
Objective : Ambitious, detail-oriented, hardworking, combined with solid customer, problem solving, and organizational skills, with a strong work ethic. Excelled at multi-tasking within fast-paced environment.
Skills : Med tech, Microsoft Office Word, Data Entry.
Description :
Served as a retail clerk waiting on students, faculty members, staff members, and other patrons.
Operated a cash register, receiving payments for merchandise sold, registering such payments and accounting for cash received.
Answered inquiries related to the location of books, merchandise, and other sundry items on sale in the bookstore.
Recorded and complete charge slips for credit transactions. To take special orders for books and merchandise, not in stock.
Accepted merchandise and books returned and to record such returns on inventory control forms.
Safeguarded bookstore property and merchandise against pilfering and shoplifting.
Dusted and cleaned books, merchandising, shelving and sales areas and to refill stock as needed.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Medical Assisting
Bookstore Clerk/Technician Resume
Objective : Bookstore Clerk is responsible for all tasks involved in the operation of a bookstore, from stocking shelves to customer service.
Skills : Microsoft office, Bookkeeping, Public Speaking.
Description :
Responsible for managing the routine functions of the bookstore.
Greeted the customers in a friendly manner and respond to their queries, doubts, and requirements.
Recorded off the daily sale of books and make certain relevant entries are posted in the accounting log.
Ordered fresh stock of books to replace the sold out or damaged books.
Ensured the store receives delivery in the right quantities and of the right quality.
Reported to the bookstore manager regarding daily transactions.
Competent in managed accounts and inventory. Show respect, politeness, and understanding of customers.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Asst. Bookstore Clerk Resume
Objective : High achieving customer service associate who is energetic, outgoing and detail oriented. Handles multiple responsibilities simultaneously while providing exceptional customer service.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Bookkeeping, Public Speaking.
Description :
Prioritized and complete tasks while providing excellent customer service.
Assisted in developing and maintaining customer relations.
Assisted in the purchasing and receiving orders. Receive and ship merchandise and books.
Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and questions.
Effectively worked in teams and in a self-directed environment.
Answered phones occasionally sent to different departments to help.
Processed transactions for book buyback, refunds, pell grants, online orders, cash register operations, stocked shelves.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Cosmetology
Associate Bookstore Clerk Resume
Objective : Provide assistance to customers looking for a book. They have a wide range of responsibilities and their resumes typically describe duties such as greeting customers, taking inventories.
Skills : Point Of Sales, Retail Sales, Customer Service.
Description :
Ensured that all customers receive excellent service through direct salesmanship and prompt and courteous service.
Assisted customers with questions, needs, and purchases.
Greeted each customer that comes into the store in a warm manner.
Offered relevant information about products and prices.
Sold books to customers and collect payments. Take inventory and maintain books and other bookstore supplies.
Operated the cash register and other bookstore equipment.
Completed each transaction in a quick and efficient manner.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Bookstore Clerk/Supervisor Resume
Objective : To apply for a position with an organization that will allow to acquire new skills while utilizing knowledge and experience.
Skills : 75 WPM, Microsoft Office, Computer Skills.
Description :
Sold merchandise to customers and gives information about products and prices.
Priced and arranged merchandise for display.
Operated a cash register and most standard office equipment.
Cleaned, packed and arranged to ship of overstock. Assist in quarterly book buyback for students.
Assisted in the processing of all bookstore sales, including walk-in and phone sales.
Responsible for till reconciliation and exceeded sales quota consistently.
Performed sales transactions Point of Sale register systems.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Diploma
Bookstore Clerk Resume
Summary : Seeking a challenging permanent position where can acquire and demonstrate knowledge and where education and work experience will be an asset to the company.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Quick books, Product Management.
Description :
Provided assistance to customers in locating necessary books needed.
Helped customers with instructions on ordering textbooks online.
Assisted customers with any financial aid balance inquire.
Answered phones and provide the same assistance over the phone as offered in the store.
Stocked area and organize all textbooks at the end of the day.
Clerical duties as answered phones typed, attended to customers, students.
Counted, packaged, cleaned and moved items and boxes, Take inventory.
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