Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Phillipa Goeree

Riverhills,Australia

Summary

As a Business and Government student with extensive experience in the retail sector, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the table, particularly in visual merchandising and customer service. My positive and outgoing nature, coupled with a strong and passionate personality, drives me to continually seek opportunities for growth and skill enhancement. I am dedicated to leveraging my background to deliver exceptional results and foster meaningful customer interactions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Agent

Probe CX
04.2025 - Current

During my time working for Probe CX, I was contracted as an outsource agent to work for the Australian Taxation Office. During my time my responsibilities were:

  • Delivering empathetic and high-quality customer service, supporting clients through complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and care.
  • Managing customer escalations effectively, collaborating with management to resolve issues promptly while preserving brand reputation.
  • Demonstrating strong attention to detail and organisational skills by efficiently handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Maintaining comprehensive and accurate records of client interactions, client privacy transactions, and policy information to ensure smooth and compliant agency operations.
  • Communicating sensitive superannuation information clearly and accurately, providing informed support to clients.

Part-Time Retail Associate

Ally Fashion
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences by building strong rapport with both regular and loyal customers, providing personalised fashion consultations in a professional and friendly manner. Acted as a brand ambassador, upholding Ally Fashion’s core values: Customer-Centric, Achieving Excellence, Displaying Honesty, and Forever Evolving.
  • Contributed to a positive store atmosphere, ensuring each day was brighter for customers and the team.
  • Worked on a flexible rotational weekend roster, including late-night shifts, with exposure to various store functions such as sales floor assistance, front register, fitting room support, and inventory management.
  • Managed stock levels, provided customer consultations, and helped drive sales results.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards and assisted with store operations as needed.

Manager and Trainer

City Beach Australia
10.2019 - 12.2024

During my time employed, I upheld numerous managerial positions conducting different responsibilities, including:

  • Overseeing all aspects of store operations while leading and motivating a high-performing team to achieve business objectives and key success indicators.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised sales associates; efficiently rostered shifts to optimize staff coverage and ensure peak productivity; conducted performance evaluations and coaching; resolved employee concerns and conflicts. Trained upcoming store managers and company buyers, on display maintenance and product knowledge to support sales and customer service.
  • Set and tracked sales targets, implemented sales strategies and promotions, managed daily operations including opening/closing procedures, ensured a clean and organised store environment.
  • Monitored sales figures and profitability, managed store budget and expenses, analysed sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Enforced security measures to prevent shoplifting, ensured proper cash handling procedures were followed.
  • Designed and implemented visually compelling product displays, aligning with current trends and customer preferences to drive sales and enhance store aesthetics.
  • Conducted trend research and analysed sales data to create cohesive visual strategies, ensuring consistent brand representation across all locations.
  • Developed seasonal visual plans, ensuring inventory and displays were updated to meet customer needs year-round.
  • Managed visual merchandising for multiple stores across the Greater Brisbane and Ipswich regions, tailoring displays to local customer demands.
  • Led teams to execute promotions, winning numerous in-company competitions for creativity and sales performance. Collaborated with the marketing team to align visual merchandising efforts with broader marketing campaigns, ensuring a unified brand message.
  • Delegated tasks to managers, ensuring adherence to company standards and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
  • Contributed to the opening, closing, and refurbishment of City Beach stores, ensuring seamless transitions and consistent merchandising setups.


Education

Bachelor - Business (BBus)

Griffith University
01.2026

Bachelor - Government and International Relations

Griffith University
01.2026

High school diploma - undefined

Corinda State High School
01.2022

Certificate III - Dance Studies and Business

Raw Dance Company
01.2022

Skills

  • Merchandising Plan Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Microsoft 360
  • Rostering
  • Problem resolution
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Office Administration
  • Inbound call management
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Client information privacy

Timeline

Customer Service Agent

Probe CX
04.2025 - Current

Part-Time Retail Associate

Ally Fashion
01.2025 - 04.2025

Manager and Trainer

City Beach Australia
10.2019 - 12.2024

Bachelor - Government and International Relations

Griffith University

High school diploma - undefined

Corinda State High School

Certificate III - Dance Studies and Business

Raw Dance Company

Bachelor - Business (BBus)

Griffith University
Phillipa Goeree