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Becca Hardingham

SALISBURY,ENG

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in recruitment and retention strategy, customer relationship management, and staff performance evaluation. Demonstrates strong skills in market trend analysis, resilience under pressure, and organisational structuring. Proficient in computer literacy, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive organisational success and growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Managing director

Dinghams Ltd
Salisbury, Wiltshire
01.2017 - 03.2025


  • Directed day-to-day work of 15 employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
  • Coordinated staff training for improved productivity and customer service.
  • Oversaw recruitment process, ensuring selection of competent staff members.
  • Improved staff retention with robust HR policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff development and progress tracking.
  • Resolved conflicts professionally amongst staff members or customers, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, increased employee morale and job satisfaction.
  • Orchestrated events to enhance brand visibility.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the business.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards for safe and ethical trading practices.
  • Utilised social media platforms for effective brand promotion and customer engagement.
  • Oversaw inventory management, preventing stock shortages or overages.
  • Directed administration and optimisation of financial operations, payroll and accounting processes.
  • Managed crisis situations with strategic planning.

Sales and marketing assistant

Salisbury City Council
Salisbury, Wiltshire
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • Fostered customer loyalty with top-notch service and follow-ups.
  • Crafted persuasive email marketing campaigns for lead generation.
  • Implemented social media strategies, thus increasing online engagement.
  • Handled inbound calls professionally, resolving customer queries efficiently.
  • Assisted in creating promotional materials enhancing brand image.

Sales and marketing assistant

Caterbox
Winchester, Hampshire
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Fostered customer loyalty with top-notch service and follow-ups.
  • Implemented social media strategies, thus increasing online engagement.
  • Maintained a comprehensive database of potential leads for future business opportunities.
  • Liaised with clients to nurture long-lasting relationships.
  • Managed CRM system effectively, ensuring up-to-date client information.
  • Handled inbound calls professionally, resolving customer queries efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion and Textile Design- Specialising in Printed Textiles,

University of Southampton
Southampton
09.2011 - 07.2014

Skills

  • Recruitment and retention strategy
  • Customer relationship management
  • Staff performance evaluation
  • Market trend analysis
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Organisational structuring
  • Computer literacy

Accomplishments

2022 Housewares Award - Best Independent Retailer

2022 Housewares Award - Cookshop of the year

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Managing director

Dinghams Ltd
01.2017 - 03.2025

Sales and marketing assistant

Salisbury City Council
05.2016 - 12.2016

Sales and marketing assistant

Caterbox
02.2016 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion and Textile Design- Specialising in Printed Textiles,

University of Southampton
09.2011 - 07.2014
Becca Hardingham