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Jessica Sovilj

Jessica Sovilj

Strathmore,VIC

Summary

Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Receptionist

Woodard's
Northcote, VIC
08.2023 - Current
  • Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
  • Protected clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
  • Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Prepared welcome packages for new hires containing relevant paperwork and other important details.
  • Coordinated pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
  • Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.

RETAIL ASSISTANT

OXFORD
Melbourne, 3000
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of all products available in the store.
  • Mentored newly hired staff in upselling techniques to improve sales.
  • Executed visual merchandising strategies designed to maximize sales potential.
  • Conducted department walkthrough to assess and remedy factors such as cleanliness, inadequate stock levels and poor merchandising.
  • Provided customer service to shoppers, including answering questions and assisting with product selection.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Greeted customers upon entry to the store and provided a positive shopping experience.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Maintained stock levels by replenishing shelves, tidying displays and organizing merchandise.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Ensured a clean, organized working environment by cleaning shelves, counters, windows and floors.
  • Utilized point-of-sale system to process credit card payments accurately.
  • Attended store meetings to discuss changes in store policy or procedure.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and delivered appropriate information after carefully researching issues.

Assistant Manager

Dom Bagnato
Melbourne, VIC
05.2014 - 10.2015
  • Monitored loss prevention operations to minimize impact of shrink and identify theft and fraud.
  • Investigated stock discrepancies through regular audits of backroom locations.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Delegated tasks and communicated expected deadlines to team members, supervising task completion.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Developed relationships with customers by providing knowledgeable advice about products.
  • Cultivated loyal customer base by providing excellent customer service.
  • Developed loyal customer base through engagement and capture of customer phone and e-mail information.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance in finding needed items.
  • Analyzed sales figures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Ensured compliance with local health and safety regulations in the store environment.
  • Reconciled returns and exchanges quickly while following established procedures.
  • Making Monthly KPIs

Assistant Store Manager

Bell & Barnett
Melbourne, VIC
03.2012 - 05.2014
  • Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
  • Reviewed inventory and sales records to prepare reports for management and budget departments.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
  • Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Handled scheduling for store shifts to achieve adequate staffing.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion or improvement.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, answered queries and provided advice.

CONTRACT PROFESSIONAL

Staffing Temp Services
Brisbane, QLD
10.2010 - 02.2012
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Organised and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.

Various temporary assignments in positions such as:

  • Customer Service officer
  • Sales & promotional roles
  • Management roles

Customer Service Officer Trainee

National Safety Council Of Australia
West End, QLD
01.2010 - 02.2012
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Handled customer enquiries
  • Prepare various reports
  • Registered enrolment applications
  • Present to potential clients
  • Conduct marketing calls and mail outs.
  • Make courtesy calls to clients and trainers.
  • Organise travel bookings
  • Personal assistant to Business Development Manager
  • Attended classes to complete my traineeship certification

Receptionist

Wilson & Wilson Accountants
Brisbane, QLD
03.2006 - 10.2009
  • Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Processed tax returns.
  • Organise office catering Handled petty cash.
  • General reception duties.

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration -

National Safety Council of Australia
West End, QLD
01-2011

High School Diploma -

San Sisto
Carina, QLD
01-2006

Skills

  • Office Management
  • Data Entry
  • File Management
  • Clerical Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Security Understanding
  • Mail Handling
  • Database Administration
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Office Administration
  • Positive and Professional
  • Greeting and Seating Clients

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Receptionist

Woodard's
08.2023 - Current

RETAIL ASSISTANT

OXFORD
10.2015 - 05.2016

Assistant Manager

Dom Bagnato
05.2014 - 10.2015

Assistant Store Manager

Bell & Barnett
03.2012 - 05.2014

CONTRACT PROFESSIONAL

Staffing Temp Services
10.2010 - 02.2012

Customer Service Officer Trainee

National Safety Council Of Australia
01.2010 - 02.2012

Receptionist

Wilson & Wilson Accountants
03.2006 - 10.2009

Certificate III in Business Administration -

National Safety Council of Australia

High School Diploma -

San Sisto
Jessica Sovilj