Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Career Overview
Personal Information
Timeline
Generic

EMMA WIGHT

Patterson Lakes,VIC

Summary

Enthusiastic management professional with demonstrated success supervising staff and building teams. Proven history of achieving sales goals by monitoring employee performance and coaching staff on effective sales methods. Skilled in solving complicated issues and making proactive operational changes. Dedicated Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Bayside Shoes
05.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized store appearance to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Completed routine store inventories.
  • Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs, and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly provided constructive feedback coaching opportunities improvement recognition outstanding achievements.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
  • Improved store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive visual merchandising.
  • Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Continuously assessed store layout to optimize product placement for enhanced visibility and impulse purchases from customers.
  • Managed store organization, maintenance, and purchasing functions.
  • Submitted orders for new inventory.
  • Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic plans for store growth and expansion.
  • Increased average transaction value by upselling products, promoting add-ons, and cross-selling complementary items.
  • Optimized inventory management with regular audits, forecasting demands, and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and local regulations regarding safety standards, licensing requirements, staff conduct in-store procedures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through training staff on exceptional customer service practices and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback, and rewarding superior performance.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions on new products sales techniques ensuring team members well-versed equipped effectively sell merchandise meet customer needs.
  • Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment, providing growth opportunities, and offering competitive compensation packages.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of products while negotiating favorable terms for payments or discounts on bulk purchases.
  • Implemented new promotional campaigns that effectively drove foot traffic into the store during seasonal events or product launches.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Club Manager

Snap Fitness 24/7
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Worked as a Club Manager at a gym.
  • Enhanced club membership by implementing targeted marketing strategies and exceptional customer service.
  • Increased staff performance and engagement via motivational leadership.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Increased revenue through strategic pricing structures, upselling initiatives, and improved member retention rates.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with local businesses to create mutually beneficial opportunities for collaboration.
  • Developed promotional campaigns to attract new customers and increase brand awareness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained to develop high-performing staff.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to meet business demands and coordinate adequate coverage.
  • Resolved conflicts between members or staff in a timely manner using diplomacy skills.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and maintained a safe environment for both staff and members alike.
  • Planned, organized, and coordinated special events and celebrations.
  • Maximized space usage by strategically scheduling events and optimizing facility layout for optimal member experience.
  • Optimized member satisfaction by conducting regular surveys and incorporating feedback into policy updates.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to improve club operations and standards.
  • Raised club traffic and brand reach with innovative online promotions.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create marketing and promotional content for social media.
  • Coordinated successful charity events in partnership with local organizations to increase the club''s community presence.
  • Boosted event attendance with creative promotion, strategic partnerships, and engaging programming.
  • Coordinated with local authorities to verify club compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
  • Restored customer loyalty by resolving complaints with workers, activities or services rendered.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.

Personal Trainer/Nutritionist

Self Employed Services
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Worked as a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist in a gym and privately.
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.

PAT Tester

Electrical business (partnership)
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Worked as a PAT Tester as part of a partnership electrical business.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.
  • Maintained test environment stability by conducting regular maintenance and system upgrades, ensuring accurate testing results.

Nanny

Melbourne
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Worked as a nanny.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.

Local Government Recovery Officer

Sunderland City Council
01.1996 - 04.2012
  • Managed a local government recovery team for 12 years.
  • Multitasked effectively between numerous cases simultaneously as well as maintained high levels of organization throughout my workday.
  • Contributed to risk management initiatives by identifying potential issues within loan portfolios and recommending appropriate action plans.
  • Assessed debtors'' financial situations and crafted customized payment plans, enhancing the likelihood of successful repayments.
  • Implemented innovative recovery strategies that increased the success rate of collections while maintaining a positive customer experience.
  • Exceeded monthly targets consistently throughout the tenure due to consistent follow-up activities combined with effective negotiation skills.
  • Negotiated settlements with debtors that resulted in mutually beneficial arrangements while protecting company interests.
  • Recovered delinquent accounts by implementing effective communication strategies and negotiation techniques.
  • Provided exceptional customer service during challenging conversations, balancing empathy with firmness to achieve desired results.
  • Conducted thorough research on debtor profiles to develop tailored approaches for debt recovery campaigns.
  • Coordinated with internal departments to ensure prompt resolution of customer disputes, facilitating timely payment recoveries.
  • Trained new team members on best practices in collections and recovery, contributing to their professional development and success within the department.
  • Reduced account delinquency rates by promptly addressing early-stage delinquencies through proactive outreach efforts.
  • Collaborated with legal teams to initiate legal actions against non-compliant debtors, resulting in successful recoveries.
  • Improved company''s recovery rate by efficiently managing a portfolio of overdue loans and credit card accounts.
  • Kept abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes, adapting tactics accordingly to maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
  • Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.

Education

Diploma of Electrical Contracting, Registered with Energy Safe Victoria -

Australian Institute of Personal Training - Cert. IV, Sport Nutrition and Strength & Conditioning. -

Certificate IV - Retail Management

Workplace Training Strategies
Remote Australia Wide
02.2024

City and Guilds, VTCR and Health and Safety in the workplace Certificates -

Monkwearmouth College England
England
01.2005

Bachelor of Honours - English Literature Degree -

University of Sunderland
Sunderland, England
01.1999

A levels -

Monkwearmouth College
England
01.1996

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Strong multi-tasking
  • Retail Operations
  • Problem-Solving
  • Highly motivated
  • Decision-making skill
  • Stockroom Management
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Sales Growth
  • Inventory Control
  • Store maintenance
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Accurate money handling
  • Sales Leadership
  • Sales Analysis
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Stock management
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Goal Setting
  • Detail Oriented
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Hiring and Training
  • Strategic Planning
  • Decision-Making
  • Retail Employee Training
  • Upselling and Cross Selling
  • Vendor Collaboration
  • Promotional planning
  • Supplier Communication
  • Incident Reporting
  • Technology proficiency
  • Resourceful nature
  • Store operations
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Payment Processing
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • POS Systems
  • Customer Relations
  • Training and mentoring
  • Friendly and Positive
  • Team motivation
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Supply Ordering
  • Inventory Management
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Customer Service Management
  • Team Development
  • Delegating Work
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Response
  • Accurate Cash Handling

Career Overview

  • A Personal Trainer with experience across a wide range of disciplines, Including Group Fitness. I have a track record of helping clients achieve their fitness and health goals through customised exercise programs and diet plans (certified Nutritionist). I have a track record of client retention, thus improving centre revenue. Sport, lifestyle/Wellness and mental health have always been of great interest and my passion shows in my work. Further my career in the Fitness Industry, I have been managing a gym for the past 2 years. The gym was in need of some love. This I proudly accomplished even throughout our trouble Covid-19 year! I brought a previously 3
  • Rating to 5
  • With my honest, hardworking and caring approach. The members regained faith and loyalty within the club and numbers increased. Always striving to meet KPI's and member retention. Along with the health and happiness of the Personal Trainers. Previous to my Fitness career, I was managing a local government recovery team for 12 years. Whilst running a local martial arts club and other community sports teams. I believe I have the ability to adapt to any new situation or challenge with enthusiasm and hard work. I pride myself on completing my tasks as accurately and efficient as possible, both for my own satisfaction and that of the team I work with. Some of my key skills are: - Good level of computer skills including Excel, Word and Fitware with the ability to adapt and learn new systems developed specifically for a particular business - 15 years' experience in customer service face to face, phone based, with people from all backgrounds, abilities, ages, behaviours and in varied environments - Good written and numerical skills due to writing complex letters to customers, calculating the overpayment debts/payment schedules and being able to explain how this is worked out clearly for their understanding - Strong sense of achievement and desire to reach set goals/targets at any given time frame, with speed and accuracy - Willingness to help others in my team with difficult situations or to finish tasks on time - Able to work under my own initiative, try new things and adapt to change well

Personal Information

  • Hobbies: Weight training/athletics/HIIT, Rock climbing, Mountain Biking, Kayak, Hiking/camping, Nutrition, Travel, Reading, Animal welfare, Mental Health awareness, Yoga/Wellness
  • Citizenship: Australia Citizen

Timeline

Retail Store Manager

Bayside Shoes
05.2022 - Current

Club Manager

Snap Fitness 24/7
01.2018 - 01.2022

Personal Trainer/Nutritionist

Self Employed Services
01.2016 - 01.2022

PAT Tester

Electrical business (partnership)
01.2015 - 01.2018

Nanny

Melbourne
01.2011 - 01.2015

Local Government Recovery Officer

Sunderland City Council
01.1996 - 04.2012

Diploma of Electrical Contracting, Registered with Energy Safe Victoria -

Australian Institute of Personal Training - Cert. IV, Sport Nutrition and Strength & Conditioning. -

Certificate IV - Retail Management

Workplace Training Strategies

City and Guilds, VTCR and Health and Safety in the workplace Certificates -

Monkwearmouth College England

Bachelor of Honours - English Literature Degree -

University of Sunderland

A levels -

Monkwearmouth College
EMMA WIGHT