FAROUK PETERSEN
Middlesbrough
Summary
First-Class Business & Marketing undergraduate at Teesside University with a strong academic background in Economics and Accounting. Offers 3+ years of commercial experience across the UK and South Africa, with a proven track record of driving a 5% uplift in retail conversion rates. Highly proficient in data analysis (Excel/Google Analytics) and financial reporting. A proactive problem-solver with full UK working rights, seeking a 12-month placement to add value to business operations, marketing, or management teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Assistant
Sports Direct
Middlesbrough
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered proactive upselling and customer engagement in a high-footfall retail environment, contributing to a 5% uplift in store conversion.
- Managed stock flow, merchandising, and promotional execution to maximise sales performance during peak trading periods.
- Communication: Resolved complex customer enquiries in a high-footfall environment, supporting overall store conversion rates.
Sales Assistant
SPAR
South Africa
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Operations: Coordinated inventory management and supplier deliveries, maintaining product availability for key promotional lines.
- Engagement: Executed in-store displays for seasonal campaigns, directly contributing to increased consumer interaction.
Education
BA (Hons) - Business & Marketing
Teesside University
UK 2024 - Current
BCom - Economics & Accounting
IIE Varsity College
South Africa 2021 - 2023
Skills
- Data & Analytics: Microsoft Excel (Advanced: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP), Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Sheets, KPI Reporting, Trend Analysis (pp 1-2)
- Marketing and Digital: Social Media Strategy (Instagram, TikTok), Meta Business Suite, Canva (Graphic Design), Market Research, Consumer Insights, and Content Strategy
- Business and Finance: Financial Accounting, Budget Tracking, Macroeconomic Analysis, Quantitative Data Interpretation, Commercial Operations
- Professional Tools: Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Workspace, Project Management Basics
- Core Competencies: Stakeholder Communication, Cross-functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/faroukpetersen
Additonal Information
- Visa Status: South African International Student; full UK working rights for 12-month placements and term-time
- Mobility: Fully mobile; open to relocation across the UK or internationally for the placement duration. Full UK Driving Licence.
- Availability: Available for a 12-month placement starting May 2026
Timeline
Sales Assistant
Sports Direct
03.2025 - Current
Sales Assistant
SPAR
02.2023 - 04.2024
BA (Hons) - Business & Marketing
Teesside University
2024 - Current
BCom - Economics & Accounting
IIE Varsity College
2021 - 2023