MERCY OGUNJUMELO
Chafford Hubred,Essex
Summary
I am a young energetic person, ready to take up challenges and live up to expectation in achieving set goals.
Versatile professional with expertise in bespoke garment creation, pattern cutting, and garment alterations, complemented by strong knitting capabilities and hand sewing proficiency.
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and quality assurance, ensuring high standards in every project. Skilled in customer service and interpersonal communication, fostering positive client relationships while remaining calm under pressure.
Adept at team building and resourcefulness, with a proven ability to utilise assistive technology and formative assessment tools effectively. Career focus includes leveraging critical thinking stimulation and interactive whiteboard use to enhance learning environments while maintaining a commitment to continuous skill development.
I have the ability to adapt to changing situations and work under pressure and have good stress management copying strategies.
I am always ready to learn and take up new challenges with keen sense of responsibility and excellent team player.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dressmaker
Niko Stitches
Emene, Enugu State
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Updated skills through regular industry training courses to stay abreast of fashion trends and techniques.
- Inspected final pieces meticulously before delivery, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship.
- Adopted latest fashion trends in dressmaking designs, increasing client interest.
- Consulted with clients frequently during the creation process, ensuring expectations were met at every stage.
- Collaborated with fashion designers on new clothing lines, promoting creative synergy.
- Designed unique patterns for custom-made gowns, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Created customer loyalty with meticulous attention to detail in fitting sessions.
- Crafted bespoke dresses for weddings, ensuring a perfect fit and style.
- Performed routine machine maintenance tasks; ensured uninterrupted operations during busy periods.
- Performed pattern design and cutting duties with exact precision for minimised fabric waste and faultless results.
Sales representative
AK Supermarket
Ibafo, Ogun State
09.2015 - 12.2019
- Navigated challenging negotiations to secure lucrative contracts.
- Coordinated with logistics team for timely product deliveries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Strengthened brand reputation with impeccable professionalism and integrity.
- Provided after-sales support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Participated in team-building activities, promoting a harmonious work environment.
- Regularly updated professional knowledge through workshops and seminars for enhanced performance.
- Educated customers about product features and benefits, driving informed purchasing decisions.
- Streamlined order processing system for faster delivery times.
- Pioneered innovative sales strategies for increased market penetration.
- Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
- Kept up-to-date with market trends to identify opportunities to improve product and service offerings.
- Negotiated best-possible prices for maximised profit levels.
Primary School Teacher
Omolere Nursury And Primary School
Lagos, Lagos
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Enhanced student participation with engaging group tasks.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
- Guided students through challenging coursework, boosting their confidence.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching methods.
- Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
- Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.
- Tailored instruction techniques to suit varied learning styles of students.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Prepared and presented informative reports to parents.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Guidance and Counselling
Ekiti State University
Nigeria 03.2009 - 06.2013
Skills
- Knitting capabilities
- Garment alterations understanding
- Customer Service
- Bespoke garment creation
- Hand sewing
- Pattern cutting
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Resourcefulness
- Assistive technology use
- Formative assessment tool utilisation
- Critical thinking stimulation
- Use of interactive whiteboards
- Pupil motivation
- Fast learner
Languages
English
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dressmaker
Niko Stitches
08.2021 - 11.2023
Sales representative
AK Supermarket
09.2015 - 12.2019
Primary School Teacher
Omolere Nursury And Primary School
01.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Education - Guidance and Counselling
Ekiti State University
03.2009 - 06.2013
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