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Sarah Abbas

Lakemba

Summary

Retail operations professional with experience supporting customer orders, inventory, and warehouse activities in a retail environment. Skilled in client communication, online order support, after-sales assistance, and accurate back-office operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Retail Warehouse Coordinator

Urban Culture
Greenacre
01.2021 - 03.2023

• Processed customer and online orders by handling requests, picking products, packing items, and preparing shipments in accordance with company procedures.

• Assembled and verified orders, ensuring accurate product quantity and quality prior to dispatch to minimise errors and returns.
• Conducted final inspections on shipments to ensure order accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Provided product assistance and order support to customers, including guidance through the online ordering process.
• Acted as a key client contact point, responding to customer inquiries via phone and email regarding orders, product availability, deliveries, and after sales matters.
• Delivered after sales support resolving order discrepancies, delivery issues, and stock related concerns promptly and professionally.
• Performed back office administrative tasks including order validation, documentation, system updates, and shipment records.
• Managed inventory through regular audits, stock reconciliation, and discrepancy investigations to maintain system accuracy.
• Supervised warehouse associates by delegating tasks and supporting smooth daily operations.
• Maintained a clean, organised, and compliant warehouse environment in line with operational standards.
• Optimised communication processes to ensure efficient handling of customer inquiries and internal coordination.

Retail Manager

Urban Culture
Roselands
01.2017 - 01.2021

Retail Sales Associate

Urban Culture
Lakemba
07.2014 - 01.2017

Progressed from Retail Sales Assistant to Retail Manager based on performance and leadership capability.
• Managed daily store operations, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with company standards.
• Delivered high-quality customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and providing product guidance in person and over the phone.
• Supervised and coached staff, delegated tasks during peak periods, and improved operational efficiency.
• Managed inventory levels, reviewed operational reports, and oversaw cash handling procedures.
• Increased sales through effective merchandising, visual displays, and customer engagement strategies.
• Maintained accurate sales records in line with management guidelines.
• Supported sales targets through strong product knowledge and effective customer communication.

Receptionist Assistant

JobFind
Bankstown
10.2013 - 07.2014
  • Provided a professional and welcoming first point of contact for clients.
    • Managed incoming calls, emails, and appointments, ensuring accurate record updates.
    • Corresponded with clients via telephone and email to support effective communication.
    • Maintained organised electronic and physical filing systems.
    • Provided administrative support including document preparation, filing, and data entry.

Education

Beverly Hills High School
Beverly Hills

Certificate II - Business Studies

TAFE NSW
01.2011 - 12.2012

Skills

  • Client Communication (Phone & Email)
  • Customer Service & After-Sales Support
  • Order Processing & Validation
  • Back-Office Administration & Documentation
  • Inventory Management & Stock Reconciliation
  • Attention to Detail & Accuracy
  • Problem Solving & Issue Resolution
  • Time Management & Multitasking
  • Team Coordination & Supervision
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Retail Operations Support
  • Service Quality & Customer Satisfaction

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Retail Warehouse Coordinator

Urban Culture
01.2021 - 03.2023

Retail Manager

Urban Culture
01.2017 - 01.2021

Retail Sales Associate

Urban Culture
07.2014 - 01.2017

Receptionist Assistant

JobFind
10.2013 - 07.2014

Certificate II - Business Studies

TAFE NSW
01.2011 - 12.2012

Beverly Hills High School
Sarah Abbas