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Carolina Avila

Gold Coast,QLD

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations. Skilled in Operations Management and Leadership Development, adept at driving sales strategies and analyzing performance to exceed goals. Successfully mentored teams for optimal performance, demonstrating a goal-oriented mindset and customer relations expertise.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Vehicle Representative

Hertz
02.2023 - Current
  • Ensures a positive customer experience by effective management of rental and return process to include qualifying the renter and completing contracts.
  • Maximises margin by up-selling customers to higher-priced services and ancillary products.
  • Communicates to Manager/Counter Service Manager/Counter Service Supervisor all relevant customer feedback to facilitate on-going improvements in our service and prices to drive continuous improvement within our operations.
  • Contributes to Hertz Improvement Process to discover new and more efficient ways to run our business and deliver the right products and services to our customers faster and at a lower cost. Drives change from within to improve customer satisfaction and uses teamwork to tackle problems

Housekeeper

Crowne Plaza
09.2022 - 06.2023


  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
  • Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Department Manager

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
11.2019 - 05.2022
  • Ensure that store operating procedures are followed.
  • Ensure optimal distribution in all departments of the store.
  • Consistently ensure that the store has a high visual standard, through the display of commercial garments in the windows and in the store.
  • Ensure that all campaigns and sales activities in the store are implemented according to H&M's standards.

Sales strategy

  • Ensure that the store can compete effectively in the local market.
  • Follow up and evaluate sales KPIs with the Area Team.
  • Initiate changes to improve the business together with the Area Team.
  • Keep you updated on product and sales activities.
  • Ensure that all budgets and targets are established, facilitated and tracked.
  • Interpret results and trends to maximize sales and ensure resource planning is in compliance.
    compliance.
  • Improve the profit/loss balance in conjunction with the store team and Area Team.
  • Track, evaluate and provide feedback on store results to the Area Team.
    Security.
  • Ensure employee and customer safety.
  • Ensure that health and safety, legal and security issues are addressed.
  • Prevent losses.

Store Manager

Bershka Inditex
12.2014 - 10.2019
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.

Education

English Course - Advanced Level

International House
Gold Coast, QLD
08.2022

Graduate Diploma - Fashion Design And Marketing

Arturo Tejada Cano
Bogota- Colombia
08.2014

High School Diploma -

Instituto Mayeutico
Bogota- Colombia
11.2010

Skills

  • Customer Support
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Customer Relations
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Employee Training
  • Goals and performance
  • Operations Management
  • Leadership Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Sales Strategies
  • Sales Analysis

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Customer Vehicle Representative

Hertz
02.2023 - Current

Housekeeper

Crowne Plaza
09.2022 - 06.2023

Department Manager

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
11.2019 - 05.2022

Store Manager

Bershka Inditex
12.2014 - 10.2019

English Course - Advanced Level

International House

Graduate Diploma - Fashion Design And Marketing

Arturo Tejada Cano

High School Diploma -

Instituto Mayeutico
Carolina Avila