Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills & Interests
Leadership & Involvement
Timeline
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SHAKIRA HOSSAIN

Lidcombe,Australia

Summary

Diligent customer sales professional with over 3 years of experience retail sales and customer service, producing outstanding results and strong revenue growth for the retail industry. Proven track record in assisting customers with product selection, successfully closing sales and securing repeat business. Motivated and respected professional with excellent communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Consultant

Cue Clothing Company
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by offering tailored solutions that met individual needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while adhering to established security procedures.
  • Maximized sales revenue through personalized recommendations and upselling techniques.
  • Exceeded sales goals by 50-60% utilising exemplary customer service skills.
  • Increased average transaction value through strategic cross-selling of complementary products.

Sales Crew Member

Platypus shoes
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral
  • Maintained organised, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales
  • Organised racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise

Donor Care Representative

Penny Appeal Australia Ltd
03.2020 - 11.2023
  • Engaged with donors through various channels including phone calls and emails
  • Assisted in managing donor database, updating donor information and ensuring data accuracy
  • Made cold calls to representatives of different NGO's as well as new donors
  • Arranged meetings and facilitated transactions on the phone

Customer Service Representative Team Lead

Smartways Logistics
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed escalated customer issues, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Reduced average handle time by providing ongoing coaching on efficient call handling techniques.
  • Boosted morale within the team by organizing engaging team-building activities and encouraging open communication among peers.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Primary

Western Sydney University
05-2027

Certificate II in Business Services - VET Course

Amity College
Sydney, NSW
01.2018

Skills & Interests

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills developed through volunteer and customer services experience.
  • Customer-focused with a positive and empathetic attitude.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and under pressure.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and Zoom.

Leadership & Involvement

  • Volunteering, MATW Project, 2022 to Present

Actively participated in outreach programs, including organising community workshops and awareness campaigns. Assisted in fundraising activities, such as charity walks and donation drives, to raise funds for education and healthcare projects. 


  • Team Leader, Penny Appeal Pty Ltd, 2020 to 2022

Led a team in fundraising stalls, homeless drives, community fundraiser dinners and food drive events. Trained other volunteers in COVID safety and compliance.

Timeline

Retail Sales Consultant

Cue Clothing Company
08.2024 - Current

Sales Crew Member

Platypus shoes
11.2023 - 05.2024

Donor Care Representative

Penny Appeal Australia Ltd
03.2020 - 11.2023

Customer Service Representative Team Lead

Smartways Logistics
06.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Education - Primary

Western Sydney University

Certificate II in Business Services - VET Course

Amity College
SHAKIRA HOSSAIN