I am a passionate and insightful individual with over five years of customer service experience, currently working as a team leader at The Body Shop. I thrive on creating positive experiences for customers and colleagues. My journey has equipped me with a unique blend of skills, from effective communication to problem-solving, all underpinned by a genuine desire to make a difference. I believe in the power of teamwork and the importance of a friendly, supportive environment. Confident in my ability to exceed targets, inspire teams, and take the business to the next level with leadership and a customer-focused approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team leader
The Body Shop
Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
02.2020 - Current
Oversee and manage team of 10+ customer consultants, ensuring they meet individual and collective performance targets.
Enhanced team productivity by 20% and reduced turnover by 15% through effective coaching and engagement strategies.
Monitor team performance through KPIs and sales metrics. Provide regular feedback, conduct performance reviews, and implement action plans to improve productivity and meet sales goals.
Developed and executed tailored sales strategies during promotions, boosting seasonal sales by 25%.
Deep knowledge of skincare and beauty products allowed to train staff effectively, resulting in 20% improvement in upselling and customer engagement.
Managing stock levels and collaborating with visual merchandising team to ensure store displays aligned with promotional efforts, leading to 10% boost in impulse purchases.
Store makeup expert for three consecutive years. Appling makeup on clients for personal, business, or performance needs, increasing makeup sales by 10%.
Consistently maintaining high customer service standards, handling escalated customer queries, managing complaints, and resolving issues efficiently to maintain high satisfaction and loyalty.
Cleaning and organizing working areas to create positive, productive environments with minimal risk.
Handling store opening and closing, taking key holder responsibilities seriously to uphold robust security.
Implementing measures to boost productivity, reduce waste, and cut costs.
Interview and recruit staff with required skills and background.
Type, edit, and proofread documents to support clerical tasks.
Using feedback from peers and managers to consistently improve work.
Sales assistant
Lush Cosmetics
Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
08.2019 - 12.2019
Provided sit-down consultations and created unique routines by actively listening to customers' needs and concerns, delivering memorable and sensory-rich shopping experiences.
Trained and skilled in hand and arm massages.
Developed in-depth knowledge of Lush's handmade, cruelty-free products and ingredients, ensuring customers understood ethical and environmental benefits of each product.
Collaborated with team to maintain visually appealing and well-organized product displays that aligned with Lush's vibrant brand identity.
Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
Babysitter
Private family
Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
08.2019 - 10.2019
Created and maintained welcoming, safe, and tidy space to promote children's development.
Monitored children at after-school program location, offering safe place for children to play and complete homework assignments.
Transported children to and from school in line with set schedule.
Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games.
English translator
Private business
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
01.2018 - 12.2018
Revised and translated materials to improve word choice and refine meanings.
Kept text and subtitle translations culturally appropriate to various audiences.
Proofread translated texts to meet interpretation quality standards.