Beka Platt
28 New North Road,Devon
Summary
Experienced professional focused on retail sales with customer-centric approach. Drive sales growth through personalised service and in-depth product knowledge. Excel in creating engaging shopping experiences and building customer loyalty.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work history
Window Artist
Self employed
Exeter, Devon
2025.10 - Current
- Produced bespoke artwork for shops and businesses
- Developed unique artistic style, leading to increased recognition.
- Created custom art pieces to meet client specifications.
- Worked within agreed timescales, budgets and creative constraints.
Gift shop owner
Self employed
Crediton , Devon
2014.11 - 2025.07
- Streamlined shop operations for increased efficiency and profitability.
- Introduced new product ranges based on customer preferences, increasing sales revenue.
- Recruited and trained staff members to successfully manage store operations and generate sales.
- Managed inventory to ensure optimal stock levels at all times.
- Developed unique display concepts to attract potential customers.
Sales assistant
Countrylines
Honiton , Devon
2007.02 - 2014.09
- Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
- Performed cashing up duties at end of shift, ensuring till was in balance and earnings were recorded accurately.
- Collaborated with management on stock ordering based on sales trends, improving turnover rate.
Sales assistant
Mountbay trading company
Exeter, Devon
2004.01 - 2007.01
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
Branch manager
Haarts estate agent
Exeter, Devon
2000.11 - 2003.02
- Provided excellent customer service, securing client loyalty.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of branch.
- Oversaw recruitment process, ensuring selection of competent staff members.
Senior sales negotiator
Halifax property services
Catford , London
1993.02 - 2000.09
- Secured long-term client relationships by leveraging excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Enhanced brand visibility with strategic marketing initiatives.
- Assisted in negotiation processes, helped secure favourable deals for clients.
Head barmaid
Trafalgar Tavern
Greenwich , London
1990.01 - 1993.02
- Cultivated regular clientele with excellent interpersonal skills and product knowledge.
- Operated till, handled cash accurately whilst balancing receipts at end of shift.
- Fostered welcoming atmosphere through polite conversation and prompt service.
Education
GCSEs - English Maths Art History Geography
Baston school for girls
Bromley Diploma of Higher Education - Graphic Design
Croydon college
Croydon1988-09
Skills
- Initiative taking
- Strong empathy
- Time optimisation
- Visual merchandising
- Product merchandising
- Upselling expertise
- Outstanding customer service
- Outgoing and enthusiastic
- Window display visual merchandising
- Instagram marketing
- Till and cash handling
Timeline
Window Artist
Self employed
2025.10 - Current
Gift shop owner
Self employed
2014.11 - 2025.07
Sales assistant
Countrylines
2007.02 - 2014.09
Sales assistant
Mountbay trading company
2004.01 - 2007.01
Branch manager
Haarts estate agent
2000.11 - 2003.02
Senior sales negotiator
Halifax property services
1993.02 - 2000.09
Head barmaid
Trafalgar Tavern
1990.01 - 1993.02
GCSEs - English Maths Art History Geography
Baston school for girls
Diploma of Higher Education - Graphic Design
Croydon college