Aliyah Michaela Hodgskin
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined leader with over 8 years of progressive experience within the sales sector. Detail oriented professional who takes pride in being highly organised. Self motivated with a proven track record of success who strives for innovation and creativity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Sales Professional
Ralph Lauren
London
2025.11 - Current
- Managed high-performance sales associates to drive exceptional sales metrics and enhance team performance.
- Worked closely with Brand image and Buying teams to maximise DTC sales.
- Foster a high-performing culture to enhance team engagement and drive results.
- Developed strong and valuable client relationships to foster trust and enhance business growth.
- Administer cash management and operations to support financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Fashion Designer
The Allurèa Label
2022.10 - 2026.03
- Designing capsule collections and working on my own initiative.
- Analysing consumer feedback to refine designs and build client loyalty.
- Creating digital mood boards and sketches to align with new ideas and briefs.
Assistant Manager
OFFICE Shoes
Royal Tunbridge Wells
2023.08 - 2025.11
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth in collaboration with my Area Manager.
- Monitoring peformance, developing learning plans and delivering training for a team of 8.
- Managing visual merchandising tasks by analysing weekly commercial reports.
- Collecting and analysing data, creating trade reports to improve and maximise store performance, and identifying opportunities and cost savings.
- Driving KPIs that consistently exceed company targets.
- Leading successful finance and health and safety audits.
Front of House Receptionist
Purity Bridge, Plastic Surgery
Royal Tunbridge Wells
2023.04 - 2023.07
- Multitasking a range of administrative tasks under pressure by staying highly organised.
- Building client loyalty through empathetic listening, adaptability, and a can-do attitude.
- Ensuring smooth clinic operations while maintaining a calm and professional demeanour.
Activities Coordinator
Care UK
Sevenoaks
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Managed budget and led community events, nurturing ongoing relationships with external organisations.
- Confident digital skills with customer relationship management databases, and MS Office.
Receptionist
Virgin Active
Sheffield
2021.07 - 2021.12
- Using a range of IT skills for client bookings, hosting inductions for new clients, and answering telephone enquiries in a professional manner.
Front of House
The White Bear
Royal Tunbridge Wells
2021.05 - 2021.07
- Exceptional front-of-house service in a fast-paced environment, boosting sales and customer satisfaction.
Education
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Fashion and Clothing
West Kent College
KentBA (Hons) - Fashion Contour
University Of Arts
LondonGCSEs -
Hillview School For Girls
TonbridgeSkills
- Presentation and communication
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Time management and organisational skills
- Team player and conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Data analysis and visual merchandising
- Customer sales and product awareness
- Detail-oriented and creative skills
Hobbies and interests
Art & Design, Photography, Yoga & Pilates, Cooking and self development through travel and culture
Additional Jobs
Between 2016 - 2019 whilst studying I worked for, Marks & Spencer and The Body Shop.
Timeline
Senior Sales Professional
Ralph Lauren
2025.11 - Current
Assistant Manager
OFFICE Shoes
2023.08 - 2025.11
Front of House Receptionist
Purity Bridge, Plastic Surgery
2023.04 - 2023.07
Activities Coordinator
Care UK
2022.11 - 2023.05
Fashion Designer
The Allurèa Label
2022.10 - 2026.03
Receptionist
Virgin Active
2021.07 - 2021.12
Front of House
The White Bear
2021.05 - 2021.07
GCSEs -
Hillview School For Girls
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Fashion and Clothing
West Kent College
BA (Hons) - Fashion Contour
University Of Arts