ANWAR ANDALEEB
Bradford,United Kingdom
Summary
Creative and commercially aware Product Design graduate with experience in retail merchandising, customer engagement, and creating visually engaging in-store experiences. Currently working at Dunelm as a Made-to-Measure Consultant and Store Operative Assistant, supporting seasonal merchandising, promotional campaigns, and shop floor presentation while delivering exceptional customer service. Passionate about design, branding, and digital communication, with a strong understanding of how engaging visual content influences customer behaviour and supports commercial success. A proactive, fast-learning individual who approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Keen to develop a career in digital marketing and brand engagement, bringing fresh ideas, excellent communication skills, and a customer-first mindset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Made to Measure Consultant / Store Operatives Assistant
Dunelm
Bradford
2021.01 - 2026.06
- Deliver personalised customer consultations within the Made to Measure department, supporting customers with product selection and design choices tailored to their needs
- Promote new collections and product ranges to customers, contributing towards both personal and team sales targets
- Resolved customer queries and complaints efficiently, ensuring high standards of customer service and satisfaction
- Assist the Store Operations Team Leader with merchandising the shop floor to ensure displays are visually engaging, commercially effective, and aligned with store standards
- Organised and installed seasonal sample displays, aligning with brand guidelines and promotional campaigns to enhance product visibility
- Support sale setups and takedowns, including implementing promotional signage, adjusting layouts, and preparing departments for seasonal transitions
- Maintained strong visual presentation standards across the store, displaying products clearly and attractively to enhance overall customer experience
- Work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced retail environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and operational requirements
- Demonstrate strong organisation, communication, and teamwork skills while balancing customer-facing responsibilities with operational tasks
Year in enterprise placement
Dryden Enterprise Centre
Nottingham
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Conducted customer and market research, guiding design decisions to align with consumer needs
- Balanced creative design with commercial goals to ensure project viability, ensuring project feasibility
- Balanced creative design development with operational and commercial considerations
- Presented concepts, visual ideas, and recommendations to stakeholders
- Refined concept-led project, translating creative ideas into commercially viable outcomes for enhanced market relevance
Administrative Assistant
Bradford Counselling Services
Bradford
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Supported Bradford Counselling Service as Administrative Assistant, enhancing operational efficiency
- Provided remote administrative support to the senior management team
- Facilitated client access to services through phone and live sessions, ensuring timely support
- Gained practical skills while assisting in operations of mental health services, contributing to effective service delivery
- Highly trained in using MyMup, a system used by the NHS and other health organisations
Marketing - work experience
Knightsbridge Furniture
Bradford
2019.07 - 2019.07
- Completed work experience with a furniture company, collaborating with marketing lead on promotional strategies
- Contributed innovative concepts for new furniture designs, enhancing product offerings and aligning with market trends
- Assisted in coordinating tasks among teams to optimise product outcomes for clients
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by interacting with various staff members to understand their roles
- Visited the showroom to select potential products and fabric samples for the R&D team
- Engaged with the design team to learn about their design processes and the software they use
- Acquired in-depth knowledge about design industry trends and practices into the design industry, which motivated a stronger interest in pursuing a design course
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours - Product Design
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, England 2021.09 - 2025.06
Year in Enterprise Placement - Business and Marketing
Dryden Enterprise Centre
Nottingham, England 2023.08 - 2024.05
Foundation Diploma - Art and Design
Leeds Arts University
Leeds, England 2020.09 - 2021.05
A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Product Design and EPQ
Dixons City Academy
Bradford 2018.09 - 2020.06
Skills
Visual Merchandising
Retail Operations
Customer Experience
Record & Expense Management
Commercial Awareness
Problem Solving
Time & Priority Management
Attention to Detail
Adaptability & Teamwork
Stakeholder Communication
Branding/ Marketing
Social Media
Adobe Creative Suite
Keyshot
Solidworks
Prototype Development
Timeline
Year in Enterprise Placement - Business and Marketing
Dryden Enterprise Centre
2023.08 - 2024.05
Year in enterprise placement
Dryden Enterprise Centre
2023.01 - 2024.01
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours - Product Design
Nottingham Trent University
2021.09 - 2025.06
Made to Measure Consultant / Store Operatives Assistant
Dunelm
2021.01 - 2026.06
Foundation Diploma - Art and Design
Leeds Arts University
2020.09 - 2021.05
Marketing - work experience
Knightsbridge Furniture
2019.07 - 2019.07
Administrative Assistant
Bradford Counselling Services
2019.01 - 2020.01
A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Product Design and EPQ
Dixons City Academy
2018.09 - 2020.06