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Work History
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Lauren Di Giacomo

Norman Park,QLD

Summary

I am a dynamic leader with extensive experience in customer service, sales, and progressive leadership roles. I am adept at enhancing team performance, driving sales growth, and always leading from the front. I have the proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments while consistently achieving targets through exceptional customer service and strategic merchandising. My Core competencies include time management, adaptability and creativity while ensuring operational excellence and profitability. I am committed to fostering an environment that prioritizes customer satisfaction and team development.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Platypus Shoes
Indooroopilly, QLD
08.2023 - Current
  • Coached, managed and developed my team to provide exceptional service and achieve sales goals.
  • Oversaw all aspects of merchandising within the store including product placements and display design.
  • Implemented strategies to achieve sales targets and increase store profitability.
  • Oversaw retail operations to ensure all stations operated efficiently and maintained customer service standards.
  • Effectively managed inventory controls and re-orders within budget guidelines.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
  • Monitored inventory, cash, and payroll processes to keep the store running smoothly.

Senior Casual Retail Sales Assistant

Platypus Shoes
Brisbane
04.2021 - Current
  • Lead by example to ensure my team is looked after and set up for success.
  • Reach individual KPIs, as well as achieve team goals.
  • Continued learning and development to ensure all customers receive the best possible advice and knowledge before they purchase.
  • Always show initiative to help my managers complete operational tasks on time.

Pick Packing

DJ Creations
Townsville
05.2010 - 10.2021
  • Packing orders for Australia Post two times a year for International Nurses Day (May) and World Teachers Day (Oct)
  • Working in small teams to complete hundreds of orders in one day
  • Ensuring orders are completed to a high standard without fault

Delivery Driver

Menulog
Townsville - Brisbane
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Utilized excellent time management skills to ensure that orders were received on time while keeping customers satisfied by following special delivery requests/instructions

Crew Member

Red Rooster
Townsville
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Prepared/packed food carefully and quickly in response to customer requests
  • Provided great customer service at the counter and through a headset

Check Out Operator

Coles
Townsville
08.2017 - 04.2019
  • Interacted with customers while assisting with general cleaning duties
  • Quick and efficient packing to ensure quick service for customers

Education

Diploma of Music Production -

SAE Creative Media Institute
Brisbane
02.2021

QCE -

St Margaret Mary's College
Townsville
11.2019

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Fast Learner
  • Good Team Player
  • Great Leader
  • Creativity
  • Physically Fit
  • Reliable

References

Emmaleen Debono - Area Manager - 0402903295

Cassandra Gilkison - Previous Store Manager - 0499777829

Timeline

Store Manager

Platypus Shoes
08.2023 - Current

Senior Casual Retail Sales Assistant

Platypus Shoes
04.2021 - Current

Delivery Driver

Menulog
04.2020 - 04.2021

Crew Member

Red Rooster
07.2019 - 05.2020

Check Out Operator

Coles
08.2017 - 04.2019

Pick Packing

DJ Creations
05.2010 - 10.2021

Diploma of Music Production -

SAE Creative Media Institute

QCE -

St Margaret Mary's College
Lauren Di Giacomo