Navraj Ghataura
Kent,
Summary
A motivated and creative graduate with strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. With over two years’ experience in footwear retail, aspiring to build a career in merchandising within the fashion and lifestyle sector. Hands on experience across sales, stock management, bestseller analysis, and store performance has built a strong understanding of how effective merchandising drives customer engagement and sales. Confident working with Excel, data, and retail systems, with a keen interest in how performance insights and stock availability influence demand and overall store results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales Adviser
Schuh
Bluewater, Kent
2023.08 - Current
- Supported stockroom and shop floor operations, gaining experience in stock management, deliveries, replenishment, and maintaining product availability.
- Merchandised the shop floor in line with company visual and merchandising guidelines, ensuring products were presented correctly to maximise visibility.
- Played an active role in store layout changes and floor moves, including seasonal transitions and sale set-ups, to support trading periods.
- Demonstrated strong commercial awareness by understanding which products work best together and how product placement influences customer behaviour and sales.
- Assisted with pricing updates, promotional changes, and relabelling to ensure accuracy during sales and trading activity.
- Delivered high standards of customer service while maintaining a strong focus on product knowledge and availability.
- Trusted to work across both shop floor and stockroom functions, reflecting progression beyond a standard sales assistant role.
Start-up Digital Clothing Assistant
Sanctum Hills
2021.05 - 2024.04
- Developed and implemented digital marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive traffic to the online store.
- Analysed market trends to inform product development and promotional campaigns.
- Collaborated on the planning and execution of pop-up events, creating a welcoming and stylish atmosphere.
- Managed logistics for events and photoshoots, including setup and packing, to guarantee a seamless experience.
Retail Specialist
Superstore Vintage
Canterbury, Kent
2022.09 - 2023.01
- Independently managed shop operations, ensuring smooth functioning and maintaining the shop’s distinctive brand image.
- Curated and prepared sought-after garments for the sales floor, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and customer demand.
- Effectively merchandised products, highlighting key pieces and trending brands to attract customer interest and boost sales.
- Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and discretion throughout.
School Work Experience
Cake Box
Gravesend, Kent
2018.06 - 2018.06
Education
BSc (Hons) - Marketing
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Canterbury 2021.09 - 2024.07
RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music and Sound Technology
ACCESS CREATIVE COLLEGE
London 2019.09 - 2021.06
GCSEs -
THE LEIGH ACADEMY
Kent 2017.09 - 2019.07
ROCHESTER INDEPENDENT COLLEGE
Kent 2016.09 - 2017.07
THE BISHOPS STORTFORD HIGH SCHOOL
Hertfordshire 2014.09 - 2016.07
Skills
Technical
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Photoshop / Canva
- Retail Systems / POS
- Stock Management
- Google Trends / Mailchimp
Soft
- Creative
- Adaptable
- Team Player
- Innovative Thinker
- Communicative
Timeline
Sales Adviser
Schuh
2023.08 - Current
Retail Specialist
Superstore Vintage
2022.09 - 2023.01
BSc (Hons) - Marketing
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
2021.09 - 2024.07
Start-up Digital Clothing Assistant
Sanctum Hills
2021.05 - 2024.04
RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music and Sound Technology
ACCESS CREATIVE COLLEGE
2019.09 - 2021.06
School Work Experience
Cake Box
2018.06 - 2018.06
GCSEs -
THE LEIGH ACADEMY
2017.09 - 2019.07
ROCHESTER INDEPENDENT COLLEGE
2016.09 - 2017.07
THE BISHOPS STORTFORD HIGH SCHOOL
2014.09 - 2016.07