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Shannon Love

Riverton

Summary

As a highly-motivated and adaptable individual with a recently completed Bachelor of Commerce degree in Financial Management, I am eager to begin my career in a role that allows me to contribute my skills and knowledge to a dynamic team. I am keen to gain practical experience and further develop my abilities within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. I am confident that my academic background, combined with my strong work ethic and eagerness to learn, will enable me to make a valuable contribution to your organisation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Attendant

Elite Eleven
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided in-depth product knowledge to customers, resulting in informed purchasing decisions.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers through attentive listening skills and genuine interest in their needs.
  • Utilised point-of-sale system effectively for transaction processing, refunds and exchanges.
  • Helped maintain an orderly backroom storage area by organising stock deliveries according to company guidelines.
  • Engaged with customers on the shop floor, creating a welcoming atmosphere that encouraged repeat business.

Sales Associate

Michael Kors
05.2023 - Current

Business development

  • Achieve individual objectives and contribute to the achievement of store objectives (KPI focused).
  • Take action to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Train new sales associates in procedures and client management.

Client Management

  • Ensure excellent customer service standards, in order to meet customer expectations.
  • Act as a brand ambassador to build relationships with new customers and clientele.
  • Deliver the ultimate brand experience to increase customer loyalty.
  • Solve customer complaints in a professional and positive manner, always offering follow up.

Customer Relationship Management

  • Capture customer data.
  • Proactively take action to maintain a long term relationship with customers.
  • Participate in the organisation of in-store and promotional events.

Operations

  • Ensure the stock and backroom are effectively managed and operational duties are met.
  • Ensure store presentation and visual merchandising standards are maintained according to company directives.
  • Upkeep the cleanliness of the store.
  • Carry out the opening and closing of the store.
  • Writing the End of Day Report to send back to Head Office, capturing all KPI data from each trading day.

Achievements

  • Awarded "Top Sales Performer" three times for achieving high sales and exceeding KPI targets

Temporary Sales Consultant

Atomic Sports
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Selling non-physical products to individuals and businesses
  • Rapport building and sales training
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • KPI focused
  • Goal setting

Human Resources Intern

Benclo Talent Acquisition Specialists
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organisation.
  • Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
  • Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using MS Excel.
  • Developed strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Assisted human resources and recruiting teams by scheduling phone screens and on-site interviews.
  • Posted job openings, screened resumes and scheduled interviews to fill positions with qualified candidates.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Carrying out recruitment process.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management

IIE Varsity College
South Africa
01-2025

Skills

  • Organisation
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Eager to learn
  • Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptable
  • Customer service
  • Diligent
  • Disciplined

Accomplishments

Awarded "Top Sales Performer" three times for achieving highest sales volume and units per transaction.

Certification

  • FISA Level 1 Rowing coach accreditation
  • RSA
  • Open Water scuba diving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Limited Working

Interests

  • Gym
  • Running
  • Rowing
  • Scrapbooking
  • Baking
  • Film photography
  • Personal development and self-improvement

Timeline

Retail Attendant

Elite Eleven
10.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Michael Kors
05.2023 - Current

Temporary Sales Consultant

Atomic Sports
04.2023 - 05.2023

Human Resources Intern

Benclo Talent Acquisition Specialists
01.2022 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management

IIE Varsity College
Shannon Love