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Josie Hicks

North Beach,WA

Summary

I am seeking casual or part-time employment in a professional and friendly work environment, which will enable me further to develop my customer service experience and administrative skills. I am a reliable, responsible and quick-learning individual, eager to gain a new employment experience while taking a gap year before commencing university at the beginning of 2025.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Assistant

Dymocks
07.2022 - Current
  • Communicating with national and international suppliers to manage personalised customer orders.
  • Construction of visual window and shelf displays to enhance store appearance and increase sales.
  • Managing inventory with accuracy, ensuring optimal product levels and minimising stock discrepancies.
  • Resolving customer complaints quickly and professionally, maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Assisting in training new employees, contributing to the development of a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Processing transactions accurately, balancing cash registers at the end of each shift.
  • Collaborating with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
  • Responsible for opening and closing of store.

Cashier

IGA Grocery Store
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate service.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.

Sales Volunteer

Saint Vincent De Paul
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Increased customer engagement by actively listening to their needs and providing tailored product recommendations.
  • Sorted, valued and cleaned new potential products maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming environment for shoppers.
  • Boosted sales performance by consistently meeting and exceeding established sales goals.
  • Strengthened relationships with existing clients, resulting in increased repeat business and referrals.
  • Conducted engaging product demonstrations that showcased unique features and benefits, driving higher sales conversion rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Advanced Computer Science (Honours)

The University of Western Australia
Perth
2028

High School Diploma -

Sacred Heart College
Sorrento, WA
11.2023

Skills

  • POS system operation
  • Complaint handling
  • Order processing
  • Inventory tracking
  • Computer literacy
  • Problem-solving
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Enthusiastic and professional customer service

Accomplishments

  • First Aid Certificate
  • 2022 Rogaining (long-distance cross-country navigation) Junior Women's State Champs Gold Medallist
  • Rogaining Women's Junior multiple-time category winner
  • 2022 Volleyball Division 1 Junior Silver Medallist
  • Current Balcatta Cats Volleyball Div 1 Reserve Women's member

Avalibility

Up to a maximum of 3 days per week at any time excluding Thursday evenings (past 6 pm) and Sundays (all day). I hold a C-A class licence and can transport myself to and from any employment as required. 

Timeline

Retail Assistant

Dymocks
07.2022 - Current

Cashier

IGA Grocery Store
03.2022 - 07.2022

Sales Volunteer

Saint Vincent De Paul
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Advanced Computer Science (Honours)

The University of Western Australia

High School Diploma -

Sacred Heart College
Josie Hicks