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Tara Tinson

Tamborine Mountain,194

Summary

My background has predominately been in customer service and administration. I've worked in a variety of different fields utilizing skills I have learned on the job within all of my employment. I do have the ability to pick up new procedures and jobs reasonably quickly. I completed Year 12 and promptly travelled to The Netherlands as an exchange student and completed one year of schooling there, which was the equivalent of Year 11 in Australia. I learnt Dutch while I was there and had the opportunity to travel to a few other European countries. On return I worked for Big W as a Sales assistant, quickly moving into the Lay-by department, followed by the Photo Lab. I thoroughly enjoyed this position and worked alongside another lab assistant where we ran the lab efficiently at all times. I returned to Big W after a year away, as the Front End Supervisor. In this position I learned all aspects of sales systems, training front end staff, management of staff rosters and keeping the front float balanced on a twice daily basis. In 2008 I started my employment at Nover, seeking fulltime employment. I was promoted to the Inventory Supervisor for Queensland, ensuring all 5 Queensland branches were stocked, managed and functioning well in order to support the sales teams. I stayed with Nover until I started maternity leave. In 2013, we welcomed our first child and my employment with our family company Cabinet Fit Pty Ltd began. I am responsible for all administration tasks, payroll, accounts payable and receivable. I had a gap of a few years whilst staying at home to look after our two children, and picked up again in 2020 to resume our admin position. In 2023 I started casual work in a jewellery shop on Tamborine Mountain, and ended up working casually as a sales assistant at e360 Design, whom Kriket Broadhurst jewellery's store is connected to. In our ever changing economy I picked up a casual position as a Pharmacy Assistant at Chempro Tamborine Mountain, and have been working there 1 day a week, alongside my work with e360 Design and my admin work for Cabinet Fit. We have decided to move interstate for a new chapter of our families lives, hence my need to find new employment opportunities In North East Victoria.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

SALES ASSISTANT

Chempro Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain, QLD
03.2024 - Current
  • Execute strong Customer Service and product recommendations to all pharmacy customers, help them with any queries regarding medications and purchases in store
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff
  • Restock the dispensary area, and the medications in store
  • File any physical copies of prescriptions
  • Help with the visual merchandising and restocking of products and supporting the Retail Manager
  • Keep all visual displays, fixtures and the pharmacy itself neat and tidy at all times

SALES ASSISTANT

E360 Designs
Tamborine Mountain, QLD
06.2023 - Current
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service
  • Boosted store revenue through upselling and cross-selling techniques
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized product recommendations based on their needs and preferences
  • Managed inventory to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing overstock and out-of-stock situations
  • Executed visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and drive sales
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients
  • Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies by monitoring suspicious activity closely throughout the day-to-day operations of the store
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff

SALES ASSISTANT

Kriket Broadhurst Jewellery
Tamborine Mountain, QLD
01.2023 - Current
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions
  • Managed efficient cash register operations
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items

ADMINISTRATION

Cabinet Fit Pty Ltd
Yeerongpilly, QLD
07.2013 - Current
  • Collaborated with director, staff, and suppliers to fulfill all of the duties in the administration position
  • Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records
  • Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR

Nover
Brisbane, QLD
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Reduced stock discrepancies with regular cycle counts and thorough audits of physical inventory
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing backorders and expediting shipments when necessary
  • Maintained strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favourable terms and conditions for inventory management agreements
  • Managed the introduction of new products into the inventory system, ensuring seamless integration with existing stock levels and proper allocation of storage space within the warehouse
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align inventory management strategies with promotional activities, maximizing product availability during high-demand periods without compromising overall operational efficiency
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork
  • Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands
  • Maintained systems for tracking and managing stock levels with accuracy and precision for all Queensland branches

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Nover
Nerang, QLD
08.2008 - 01.2010
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional responses to inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels
  • Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable on a monthly basis to ensure all customer accounts stayed up to date with their accounts
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling accounts, verifying transaction details, and resolving discrepancies
  • Assisted in reducing stock discrepancies by diligently identifying and reporting variances between physical inventory and system records
  • Supported stock management, maintaining accurate records of received goods and their locations within the storage facility
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by promptly identifying damaged or missing items and reporting findings to appropriate personnel
  • Stocked merchandise
  • Improved inventory accuracy by participating and helping to organise annual stocktake and updating records accordingly

SALES ASSISTANT

Big W
Runaway Bay, QLD
01.1999 - 06.2008
  • Various positions held within the store over the time period I was employed at Big W
  • Sales Assistant at front registers
  • Lay-by Assistant
  • Photo Lab Assistant
  • Front End Supervisor
  • Casual Relief to Sales and Marketing Admin

Education

Year 12 -

Coombabah State High School
Coombabah, QLD
01.1997

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Stock Management
  • Point of Sale Operation
  • Display building
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gardening
  • Reading
  • Watching movies
  • Spending quality time with family
  • Enjoying the outdoors

Languages

Dutch, Elementary

Timeline

SALES ASSISTANT

Chempro Tamborine Mountain
03.2024 - Current

SALES ASSISTANT

E360 Designs
06.2023 - Current

SALES ASSISTANT

Kriket Broadhurst Jewellery
01.2023 - Current

ADMINISTRATION

Cabinet Fit Pty Ltd
07.2013 - Current

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR

Nover
01.2010 - 12.2012

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Nover
08.2008 - 01.2010

SALES ASSISTANT

Big W
01.1999 - 06.2008

Year 12 -

Coombabah State High School
Tara Tinson