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SARAH STRATFORD

PIMPAMA,QLD

Summary

Motivated Health & Fitness Professional accomplished in helping clients at all fitness levels get into shape and achieve goals. Strongly believes health is conscious lifestyle choice necessary for longevity and happiness.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

EASY AUTO 123 / EAGERS AUTOMOTIVE
Hendra & Castle Hill, QLD & NSW

Used Car Sales Consultant
09.2020 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to quickly resolve concerns.
  • Processing contracts/deals, data entry and all information required to purchasing a vehicle.
  • Determining candidates for finance and additional services and benefits.
  • Provide outstanding customer service (Please see Google Reviews)
  • Yard maintenance of all vehicles.
  • Discussed Product and Service knowledge with customers, outlined expectations and educated on policies.

ALDI DISTRIBUTION CENTER
MINCHINBURY & PRESTONS, NSW

Picker Packer
02.2019 - 02.2022

Job overview

  • Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.

WORLD GYM
Prospect, NSW

Sales Consultant and (Temp) Club Manager
03.2020 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Pre-Sale Events and Casual Leasing opportunities
  • Foundation Membership Sale and consistent membership growth
  • Assist with the hiring new team including Reception, Sales and Personal Trainers/Group Instructors
  • Complete Club Set Up
  • Lead Generation
  • Promotions and Social Media Presence
  • Successful Club Opening and Operations
  • Rostering and Team Management

SYDNEY COMBAT SPORTS ACADEMY
Rydalmere, NSW

Club Manager
10.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Event and Promotion scheduling
  • Marketing preparation and design
  • Increased club foot traffic through strategic planning and promotions
  • Implemented new programs/memberships to maximize profit and increase member retention
  • Equipment maintenance and general clenliness
  • Administered First Aid and CPR to participants in distress.
  • Conducted orientations, PT walkthroughs and beginner tutorials with new members to demonstrate correct equipment use and expectations.
  • Cafe Management and Operation, Coffee Machine, Food and Shake preparation.
  • Class Scheduling
  • Rebranding
  • Managing and organising Martial Arts Presentation nights and school
  • PT and Coach Management
  • Use of Clubware, Gym Sales, Mind Body, Clubworx, Outlook, Excel, Survey Monkey and PayAdvantage

VIBE HEALTH CLUB
BLACKTOWN, NSW

Membership Consultant & Personal Trainer
02.2019 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • New member tours
  • Data Entry
  • Genuine Service Calls
  • Debt Collection and General collection of payments
  • Cash Handling and Banking, Invoicing and Payroll (Xero)
  • Open and Close Procedures and Overall Club Operation
  • Team Management and Training
  • Stock Control and Inventory Management
  • Marketing and Social Media & Event Planning
  • Gym Floor Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Liaison with Personal Training team for Member satisfaction and retention
  • Senior Management for Reception Team of 8 Employees and Sound knowledge of Debit Success, Club Ware, Gym Sales & Xero, all whilst using Excel for tracking statistics and overall club operations.

UFC GYM
Penrith & Wetherill Park, NSW

Assistant Club Manager & Sales Team Leader
05.2017 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • New member consultation and sign ups
  • Meeting KPI’s
  • Outreach - Building Local Business Networks for Commercial opportunities
  • New Member presentation and consultation
  • Assist with Launch and Fit out of Gym.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Initiated new sales and marketing plans for product roll-outs, distribution and media strategy.

ANYTIME FITNESS
Jordan Springs

Club Manager
05.2014 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Complete day to day operations of Anytime Fitness whilst following company standards and regulations
  • Raised club traffic and brand reach with innovative online promotions.
  • Increased staff performance and engagement via motivational leadership.
  • Reduced overdue members over 20% by identifying and targeting operational discrepancies.
  • Administered First Aid and CPR to participants in distress.
  • Developed and maintained connections with members, contractors and fellow franchisee's to accumulate robust options for overall retention growth.

IGNITUS FITNESS

Owner/Operator - PT & Massage Therapist
03.2015 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • WITHIN ANYTIME FITNESS JORDAN SPRINGS
  • Sub-contracted my fitness services to the Local Anytime Fitness to manage their personal training team and clients
  • Operated community Family friendly Outdoor Group Classes and Personal Training in the Local area along with charity events.
  • Developed, planned and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
  • Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
  • Built customer loyalty by smoothly executing training initiatives.
  • Increased membership enrollment by using innovative sales and promotional techniques.

Education

Australian Institute of Fitness
, Parramatta, NSW

from Food And Nutrition

Australian Institute of Fitness
, Parramatta, NSW

Certificate IV from Massage Therapy
09.2015

Australian Institute of Fitness
, Parramatta

Certificate IV from Health And Physical Fitness
03.2015

Skills

  • POS Inventory System Operation
  • Weight Control Guidance
  • Individualized Training Programs
  • Small and Large Group Instruction
  • Marketing and Promotions
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Microsoft Windows and Office
  • Tracking and Documentation
  • Organizational Skills
  • New Employee Training
  • Profit and Loss Reporting
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable

Additional Information

Some of my goggle reviews from previous customers;

  • PoojithSaiKumar Kondapavuluri - Huge thanks to Sarah, thank you for your assistance with the car sale and got me a great price for a skoda fabia. I truly appreciate it, it was a great experience. She helped me with everything from the start to end of buying a car.


  • Wayne Finlay - Sarah was my sales consultant and I would have to say she is amazing made the whole process very enjoyable from start to finish couldn't of asked for a better person to deal with highly recommend Sarah she is awesome and will be recommending her to my friends and family. Just like to say thankyou Sarah your amazing.


  • Alex S - I recently purchased a car here and it was an easy and pleasant experience. I was free to look around at the cars and take my time without being pressured into buying something.
    A big thank you to Sarah for taking the time and showing me multiple cars, explaining the differences and preparing them for a drive.
    A big thank you also for making the finance a simple and effortless process.
    I will definitely be back for the next car. If you are looking for a car go here first. They can also find you your car if it is not in stock


  • Elizabeth Rowley - Just purchased my first car through EasyAuto123 and was suitably impressed with Sarah Stratford and the overall buying system. It was hassle free and a really positive experience. Couldn’t recommend it more highly!


  • Karen Beattie - I was really pleased with the service I received while I was looking to purchase a new car. I spoke to a lovely lady called Sarah Stratford who was very professional and very knowledgeable about cars. I would highly recommend my family and friends to go and see these guys. She treats you with the utmost respect from the minute you walk in the door. I am very happy with my purchase and will definitely be going back there in the future for another car.

Timeline

Used Car Sales Consultant

EASY AUTO 123 / EAGERS AUTOMOTIVE
09.2020 - 07.2022

Sales Consultant and (Temp) Club Manager

WORLD GYM
03.2020 - 09.2020

Club Manager

SYDNEY COMBAT SPORTS ACADEMY
10.2019 - 03.2020

Picker Packer

ALDI DISTRIBUTION CENTER
02.2019 - 02.2022

Membership Consultant & Personal Trainer

VIBE HEALTH CLUB
02.2019 - 10.2019

Assistant Club Manager & Sales Team Leader

UFC GYM
05.2017 - 02.2018

Owner/Operator - PT & Massage Therapist

IGNITUS FITNESS
03.2015 - 05.2017

Club Manager

ANYTIME FITNESS
05.2014 - 05.2017

Australian Institute of Fitness

from Food And Nutrition

Australian Institute of Fitness

Certificate IV from Massage Therapy

Australian Institute of Fitness

Certificate IV from Health And Physical Fitness
SARAH STRATFORD