Hardworking Showroom Assistant talented at building effective business relationships. Engaging and personable to promote a "client first" mentality and dedicated to contributing to team-based environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Trade/Showroom Assistant
Reece Plumbing
05.2022 - 09.2023
Greeted customers and prospects upon showroom entry.
Maintained showroom samples and catalogue libraries for customer viewing.
Provided 3D Planners based on customer's bathroom selections
Delivered outstanding service to clients to not only maintain but to extend relationship for future business opportunities.
Asked open-ended questions to ascertain what types of products or services customer required.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with builders and plumbers.
Interim Assistant Store Manager / Hardgoods Leader
BIG W
03.2006 - 05.2021
Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to organization.
Built relationships with team members to encourage willingness to address concerns and issues.
Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Managed team workload to reach production targets.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
Creating innovative, all year round, calendar theme displays
Secured building for closing by completing run-through of sales floor, turning off electronic systems and turning on alarms.
Register and Cash handling experience
Customer Assistant
My House
05.2016 - 03.2017
Handled difficult customer situations with grace and professionalism, consistently meeting first-call resolution metrics.
Provided exceptional customer service to high-volume customer base, resolving issues, answering inquiries and providing product information.
Researched and resolved account and service problems with friendly, knowledgeable support.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Managed efficient cash register operations.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Education
High School Diploma -
One Hunga High School
One Hunga
Skills
Retail Industry experience of 24 years
Management Experience
General OH&S Knowledge
Time management and highly organized
High level of attention to detail
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
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Timeline
Trade/Showroom Assistant
Reece Plumbing
05.2022 - 09.2023
Customer Assistant
My House
05.2016 - 03.2017
Interim Assistant Store Manager / Hardgoods Leader