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Anne Marie Neylan

Alexandria,NSW

Summary

Motivated retail sales professional with proven record of boosting sales and customer loyalty through individualized service. Resourceful individual skillful in learning customer needs, directing to desirable merchandise and upselling to meet sales quotas. Committed to strengthening customer experiences with positivity and professionalism when answering requests and processing sales.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Assistant

Granny Mays Bondi Junction
04.2010 - 12.2024
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
  • Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
  • Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
  • Enhanced store appearance through diligent merchandising and regular upkeep of displays.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere through courteous interactions with both customers and fellow staff members.

Sales Assistant

Wayside Chapel Baptist Church
01.2017 - 02.2023
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Retail Assistant

David Jones
12.2015 - 01.2021
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
  • Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
  • Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
  • Enhanced store appearance through diligent merchandising and regular upkeep of displays.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere through courteous interactions with both customers and fellow staff members.

Education

Master of Arts - Creative Writing

University of Technology
2024

Master of Arts - Counselling

Australian Catholic University
Sydney, NSW
12.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
12.1982

Skills

  • Customer Assistance
  • Multitasking Competence
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Time Management Capabilities

Timeline

Sales Assistant

Wayside Chapel Baptist Church
01.2017 - 02.2023

Retail Assistant

David Jones
12.2015 - 01.2021

Retail Assistant

Granny Mays Bondi Junction
04.2010 - 12.2024

Master of Arts - Creative Writing

University of Technology

Master of Arts - Counselling

Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Sydney
Anne Marie Neylan