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Claire Lodge

West Wickham,Bromley

Summary

Friendly and approachable with keen ability to engage customers and provide tailored advice. Demonstrates strong communication skills and knack for problem-solving. Ready to drive sales and enhance customer satisfaction in a retail role.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Showroom sales assistant

Paint Paper Scissors
Hayes Kent, Kent
01.2025 - 06.2025


  • Handled merchandise returns and exchanges without any discrepancies or conflicts.
  • Increased brand visibility by actively promoting new product lines.
  • Up-sold related products successfully whilst assisting customers with their main purchase.
  • Assisted customers with their purchases which led to repeat business.
  • Demonstrated products to potential buyers, leading to successful transactions.

Merchandising assistant

Cake Craft World
Sevenoaks, Kent
10.2017 - 08.2022
  • Liaised with various departments for smooth running of store operations.
  • Assisted in inventory management for optimal stock control.

Digital retoucher desk top publishing

Alta Image
London, London
06.2007 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with photographers for desired image outcome.
  • Perfected skin texture and tone on model shots without losing natural look.
  • Manipulated photos using Photoshop to match client expectations perfectly.


Education

O levels - Maths English Biology French History

Bullers Wood Grammer School
Bromley Kent
09.1975 - 07.1981

YMCA Aerobics Teacher - Exercise to Music certificate

YMCA
City of London

Skills

  • Customer engagement
  • Fashion trend analysis
  • Customer service excellence
  • Brand knowledge

Affiliations

I use to teach Aerobics, Spin and Step for a number of years as well as some personal training as an extra income to my full time job. I have worn Sweaty Betty for years and love your power leggings

I now do pilates & reformer pilates as well as strength training in a gym 3 times a week

I have 2 dogs which I walk daily

I love fashion and like to keep on top of trends

Timeline

Showroom sales assistant

Paint Paper Scissors
01.2025 - 06.2025

Merchandising assistant

Cake Craft World
10.2017 - 08.2022

Digital retoucher desk top publishing

Alta Image
06.2007 - 06.2017

O levels - Maths English Biology French History

Bullers Wood Grammer School
09.1975 - 07.1981

YMCA Aerobics Teacher - Exercise to Music certificate

YMCA
Claire Lodge