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Michael Kadende

Michael Kadende

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

Dynamic administration and retail sales professional with a proven track record at PVH Brands and Link group. Achieved significant enhancements in customer service and consistently met sales targets through expert problem-solving and upselling techniques. Proficient in social media strategy, ads optimisation and Adobe Creative Suite, driving innovative operational efficiency and market presence. Recognised for leadership abilities in fast-paced environments, focusing on performance metrics to ensure quality-driven team success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Manager - Ecommerce and Digital Marketing

Underpar Golf
Melbourne, Victoria
04.2023 - 11.2024
  • Evaluated market data to shape competitive product strategies. Creating original concepts, art direction, and designs for multimedia projects.
  • Managed all aspects of website design, development, content production, SEO and SEM optimization, and analytics tracking for the online store to enhance brand visibility.
  • Cultivated connections with industry stakeholders, including influencers, media distributors, and sponsors.
  • Optimized workflows associated with sampling and manufacturing to cut down on costs.

Administration Coordinator

Link
Melbourne, Victoria
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Gathered, entered and updated data to maintain departmental records and databases.
  • Answered phone calls, provided information and connected callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Drafted and distributed internal communications, such as memos and newsletters, to keep staff informed of company updates and events.

Retail Sales Executive

PVH Brands
Melbourne, Victoria
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Worked in a self-managing role for PVH Brands, maintaining a high standard of customer service for Calvin Klein Tailored, Tommy Hilfiger, and Van Heusen customers.
  • Kept the department on target to meet sales and profit objectives by maintaining a thorough understanding of products, as well as store policies regarding payments, returns, exchanges, and warranties.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to achieve hourly and daily sales targets. Increased store sales by cross-selling complementary items.

Crew Member

McDonald's
Altona North
11.2018 - 02.2021
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for customers and staff
  • Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.

Sales Associate

Ozmosis
Altona North, Victoria
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Welcomed and assisted customers with product selection, offering personalized shopping advice.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of store merchandise, current sales, and promotions While also, maintaining merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.

Education

High School Diploma -

Emmanuel College
Altona North
12.2021

Certificate in Digital Advertising - Social Media Marketing And SEO

Coursera
11-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media

The University of Melbourne
Melbourne
11-2026

Skills

  • Social media strategy, lead development, and progress tracking
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Retail sales and POS experience
  • Google Suite proficiency and Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
  • Trend awareness via data collection and marketing analytics
  • Ads management for TikTok, Instagram, Facebook growth, and email marketing expertise
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Customer service, through problem-solving, and time management
  • Project management, documentation, and recordkeeping

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administration Coordinator

Link
07.2023 - 12.2023

Product Manager - Ecommerce and Digital Marketing

Underpar Golf
04.2023 - 11.2024

Retail Sales Executive

PVH Brands
02.2022 - 03.2023

Crew Member

McDonald's
11.2018 - 02.2021

Sales Associate

Ozmosis
10.2018 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

Emmanuel College

Certificate in Digital Advertising - Social Media Marketing And SEO

Coursera

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media

The University of Melbourne
Michael Kadende