Ali Jafari
Milton Keynes
Summary
Enthusiastic and customer-focused individual with proven experience supporting retail operations and delivering excellent service. I am skilled in assisting customers, managing transactions, restocking, and maintaining an organized store environment. During my time in school I was in the debate, code club and many sports teams which let me develop strong communication and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Sales assistant
John Lewis & Partners
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2023.10 - 2024.01
- Accepted and processed cash, card and mobile payments using POS systems.
- Provided excellent customer service to encourage repeat business.
- Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
- Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
- Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
- Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
Sales Assistant
John Lewis & Partners
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2022.05 - 2022.05
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
- Enhanced visual merchandising by maintaining replenishment and presenting items according to style guides.
- Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.
- Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Leicester
Leicester 2025.09 -
A-Levels -
Walton High
2023.09 - 2025.08
GCSEs -
Kents Hill Park all-through school
Milton Keynes 2019.09 - 2023.08
Skills
- Excellent timekeeping
- Customer assistance
- Enthusiastic communicator
- Hospitality
- Face-to-face selling
- Till management
Languages
English
Native
Farsi
Fluent
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Leicester
2025.09 -
Sales assistant
John Lewis & Partners
2023.10 - 2024.01
A-Levels -
Walton High
2023.09 - 2025.08
Sales Assistant
John Lewis & Partners
2022.05 - 2022.05
GCSEs -
Kents Hill Park all-through school
2019.09 - 2023.08