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Jessica Smith

Ballarat ,VIC

Summary

Accomplished Manager with a proven track record at Cotton On Group, enhancing customer satisfaction and team productivity through exceptional organization and superb time management. Skilled in resolving conflicts and mentoring staff, I significantly contributed to business growth and operational efficiency. Expert in fostering outstanding customer service and driving sales, my leadership ensures business objectives are surpassed.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Cotton On Group
06.2017 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Senior Retail Assistant

Goldmark Jewellers
03.2006 - 05.2017
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and personalized assistance.
  • Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing merchandise displays, attracting customer attention and driving sales.
  • Mentored new employees, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Supported store manager in various administrative tasks such as scheduling staff shifts.
  • Increased sales by effectively promoting products and helping customers make informed decisions.
  • Optimized store layout for better customer flow, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
  • Spearheaded special events within the store to generate excitement among customers while showcasing new products or promotions.
  • Contributed to budget planning efforts, monitoring expenditures to ensure alignment with financial goals.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers by understanding their needs and preference
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
  • Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers, and responding to Customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Making Personal Budgets and Targets including Average Sales and K.P.I’s

Customer Service

Beechworth Bakery
01.2005 - 10.2007

• Customer Service

Food Handling

Education

Diploma of Community Services

University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC

Ballarat High School
Ballarat, VIC
2007

Skills

Superb time management skills

Exceptional organisation skills

Able to prioritise work and work to a busy schedule

Able to work unsupervised with very minimal direction

Able to negotiate between parties and listen to the needs of others

Hands on problem solving and decision making abilities

Able to work to a high standard

Outstanding customer service and suggestive selling

Timeline

Manager

Cotton On Group
06.2017 - Current

Senior Retail Assistant

Goldmark Jewellers
03.2006 - 05.2017

Customer Service

Beechworth Bakery
01.2005 - 10.2007

Diploma of Community Services

University of Ballarat

Ballarat High School
Jessica Smith