Retail Sales Assistant with strong customer service skills and experience assisting customers with perfumes, cosmetics, and general retail products. Skilled in delivering a positive and engaging shopping experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Highly motivated, with strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a keen interest in developing product knowledge in jewellery to further enhance customer service and sales performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse Hawthorn East
09.2022 - Current
Customer Service Sales Stock Management Cash Register / Till Operations Product Knowledge Store Presentation
Greeting customers and offering assistance.
Answering questions about products and store services.
Helping customers find items in the store.
Referring customers to the pharmacist for medical advice or medication-related questions.
Handling customer complaints or returns according to store policy.
Recommending products based on customer needs.
Promoting specials, loyalty programs, and new products.
Assisting with sales of items such as skincare, cosmetics, fragrances, vitamins, health supplements, personal care products, and general retail merchandise.
Meeting sales targets where applicable.
Unpacking deliveries.
Putting stock onto shelves and displays.
Rotating stock and checking expiry dates, especially for health products and vitamins.
Ensuring shelves are fully stocked and presented neatly.
Conducting stock counts and inventory checks.
Reporting damaged, missing, or expired products.
Processing purchases using the till/POS system.
Handling cash, card, and electronic payments.
Issuing receipts and refunds.
Balancing the cash drawer at the end of a shift if required.
Maintaining knowledge of Vitamins and supplements
Perfumes and fragrances
Cosmetics and skincare
Personal care products
First aid items
General pharmacy retail products
Helping customers understand product features and benefits (without giving medical advice).
Creating and maintaining attractive displays.
Ensuring the store is clean, tidy, and organized.
Updating promotional signage and price labels
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Hawthorn East
10-2025
Skills
Customer Service & Sales
Strong customer service and communication skills
Confident in assisting customers with product selection and purchases
Ability to recommend and upsell products such as perfumes, gifts, cosmetics, and general retail items
Handling customer enquiries, returns, and complaints professionally
Building positive customer experiences and repeat business
Retail & Cash Handling
POS (till) operation and accurate cash handling
Processing EFTPOS, cash, and refund transactions
Opening and closing procedures (if applicable)
Maintaining transaction accuracy and accountability
Stock & Merchandising
Stock replenishment and shelf organisation
Unpacking deliveries and rotating stock (FIFO method)
Setting up and maintaining product displays and store presentation
Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stocktakes
Product Knowledge
Knowledge of perfumes, cosmetics, skincare, and general retail products
Ability to explain product features and benefits in a simple and helpful way
Awareness of promotional products and seasonal stock
Professional Skills
Strong attention to detail and presentation standards
Reliable, trustworthy, and responsible in handling store products
Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment