Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
key skills attributes
recognition achievements
Certification
references
Timeline
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Kirsten Gearin

Kingswood,NSW

Summary

INNOVATIVE | MOTIVATED | CREATIVE | ORGANISED

With expansive experience within the Retail, Sales, Design and Solutions, Fashion, Merchandising, Publishing and sectors, I have developed knowledge and skills to suit me to any role. I am flexible, a quick learner and professional; making me well suited to any role. I have a strong work ethic and excellent customer service skills. My excellent communication skills are a blend of persuasiveness, product knowledge, and commitment to understanding the needs of the customer. Team-orientated, I am supportive, inclusive and proactive, able to mentor others, share knowledge and work towards goals and objectives for the success of the organisation. These attributes have seen me gain the respect of customers, colleagues, and supervisors. Self-reflective and motivated I continually seek opportunities to develop my skills further and embrace higher responsibilities. Committed to being a positive representation for self and business, I bring dedication towards guaranteeing excellence and industry best standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Management Specialist

Techtronic Industries
10.2023 - Current
  • Generating Reports, documents and workloads for the forklift team using Microlistics and SAP Software
  • Allocating and responding to email correspondence and requests from other management areas of the warehouse
  • Communicating with other office staff to prioritise tasks, delegate to the right person and ensuring everyone has resources to complete all task targets
  • Utilising system software, Excel and Microsoft Word to investigate missing last stock on hand
  • Delegating tasks to a team of forklift drivers, ensuring all work is completed and ensuring each forklift driver has sufficient resources to complete each task
  • Monitoring and reporting staff efficiency, KPI and general workplace attitude
  • Monitoring and recording staff attendance numbers in the staff attendance capture
  • Solving issues, discrepancies and variances within the warehouse
  • Monitoring and reporting WHS incidents and working towards prevention.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in operations and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Retail Inventory Associate

RGIS
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Work onsite at customers' various stores, warehouses, and facilities to take accurate inventory counts
  • Use of our Portable Scanners to collect accurate count data
  • Inventory management and data collection.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting thorough and efficient stock counts.
  • Maintained a well-organized stockroom, for stocktake accuracy.
  • Identified discrepancies between physical count and system records, initiating corrective actions as necessary.
  • Displayed strong attention to detail when counting items, reducing likelihood of errors or miscounts affecting overall results.

Proactive Crew Trainer / Casual Merchandiser / Retail Merchandiser

Crew Services Group
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Training staff in various locations as part of the Proactive Program at Woolworths; sanitizing, cleaning, and maintaining store cleanliness in the deli, seafood, and bakery areas.
  • Merchandising, ESL Installation, store refits and replenishment, planogram implementation
  • Demonstrated commitment to a client-focused approach
  • Work shifts and rosters over a 7 day / 24 hour period
  • Proactive and effective team member in both roles.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by conducting thorough crew member training.
  • Improved sanitation rates through consistent monitoring and coaching of crew members.

Inventory Assistant

Booktopia
12.2023 - 10.2024
  • Sorting system exceptions (books/totes that fail to scan properly, need to be re-dimensioned, or fail to go through the system and identifying where they belong)
  • Reporting all common and recurring damaged/system problems and issues and discussing with supervisor whether they are human or robot created
  • Proficient operation of Dot WMS software, Excel, managing issues created utilising Locus Robots
  • Processing and fixing orders including retrieving missing items and replacing damaged books
  • Printing shipping labels and preparing exceptions for manual pack
  • Communication and liaison with customers regarding order stock and issues
  • Physical fitness and capability to work in a fast paced warehouse environment.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough auditing and regular cycle counts.
  • Assisted in maintaining optimal inventory levels for key products, minimizing stockouts and overstock situations.
  • Collaborated with warehouse team to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of orders.
  • Provided cross-training opportunities for fellow employees on inventory-related tasks, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Supported the successful launch of new product lines by closely managing initial stocking requirements and ongoing replenishment strategies.
  • Played a critical role in the resolution of inventory discrepancies, conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.

Customer Experience Consultant

Pop Up Cosmetics
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Checking for damaged products, opening and closing the shop, cash Handling Management
  • Learning about products and makeup processes and techniques
  • Travelling to multiple different locations throughout the week
  • Customer Service, care, upselling, attending to individual needs
  • Meeting KPIs and ensuring maximum sales.
  • Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
  • Enhanced communication among team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Identified areas of improvement for sales operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • 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.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.

Online Team Member

Coles Supermarkets
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Demonstrated a friendly, positive attitude towards serving customers using strong customer service skills, whilst fostering a customer-centric culture by exhibiting a high degree of product knowledge, integrity, trustworthiness, and professionalism
  • Adherence to company policies and procedures in relation to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) to ensure a safe working environment for customers, and staff
  • Performed various tasks such as answering online inquiries from customers, providing product and service information, resolving product and service problems
  • Be the 'face' of an excellent shopping experience for all customers by maintaining the highest level of professionalism with prevailing knowledge of products and trends.

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Emergency Response
  • Supply Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Quality Assurance
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Time management
  • Strategic planning
  • Creative thinking
  • Decision making
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Industry knowledge

key skills attributes

Highly experienced in the demands of the retail sector including customer care, sales, upselling, numeracy skills, cash management, merchandising, technology, computers and swift assimilation of product knowledge, Can-do attitude, positive, hard working and resilient., Warehousing experiencing including WHS, inventory, product knowledge, scanning and data entry skills and processing, curation, pricing, and allocation of stock, Excellent knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices, Creates and manages production schedules to ensure optimal efficiency, Measure, report, and drive improvement of demand planning KPIs, Meet KPI's and targets, Proactive and inclusive team member, shares workload when necessary, with the ability to work autonomously, Persuasive and skilful communication to achieve outcomes and a demonstrated cultural sensitivity, Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, builds robust relationships, High-end communication, collaborative orientation and a customer-centric ethos, Fosters strong relationships with staff, customers and suppliers, Skilled in managing stock levels via Inventory management systems, Proficient operation of Dot WMS software, Spreadsheets, Excel, Experienced in managing issues created utilising Locus Robots, Adheres to company policies and procedures in relation to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) to ensure a safe working environment for customers, and staff, Innovative and able to use initiative to meet demands while navigating fast moving situations and priorities, Confident decision-making, innate ability in understanding the needs of the business or organisation, Flexible and cooperative, ensuring all tasks required are completed in a mutually beneficial manner, Highly organised with a strong work ethic, takes accountability and manages own work area, Physical fitness and capability to work in a fast paced warehouse environment, Strong work ethic and positive attitude with willingness to learn new things, Embraces continuous learning and development through additional training, Never idol, desire to stay busy and committed to achieving targets/KPIs, An ability to work with efficiency, organisation and speed

recognition achievements

  • Recognised by Manager, Rhoda Tang for exceeding expectations in inventory and thoroughness and the ability to perform my job to the highest standards
  • As Customer Experience Consultant - recognised for the ability to work autonomously within a fast-paced customer-driven environment, often during peak shopping hours, with multiple customers and with the addition of juggling multiple locations
  • As Casual Merchandiser / Retail Merchandiser - recognised for the provision of excellence in customer care and the highest quality services and solutions
  • As Guest Relations Attendant - recognised for excellence in customer care and resolving customer complaints towards customer and organisational satisfaction
  • Selected to be part of the Proactive Program

Certification

RSA Certificate

Assistant Agent Certificate

references

Michael Fava

Leading Hand/Warehouse Inventory Specialist 

Techtronic Industries

0435 109 685

michael.fava@ttibrands.com.au


Sabir Khalazaei

Leading Hand/PM Shift Manager

Techtronic Industries

0416 677 185

sabir.khalazaei@ttibrands.com.au

Timeline

Inventory Assistant

Booktopia
12.2023 - 10.2024

Warehouse Management Specialist

Techtronic Industries
10.2023 - Current

Retail Inventory Associate

RGIS
10.2023 - 12.2024

Proactive Crew Trainer / Casual Merchandiser / Retail Merchandiser

Crew Services Group
10.2023 - 12.2024

Customer Experience Consultant

Pop Up Cosmetics
06.2021 - 10.2021

Online Team Member

Coles Supermarkets
01.2018 - 01.2019
Kirsten Gearin