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Ruth Everett

Blackpool,Lancs

Summary

Dependable team worker with strong customer service skills. Performs tasks with meticulous attention to detail to meet time targets. Track record of producing accurate written records, planning logistics, and prioritising customer privacy. Hard-working with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through planning and prioritisation. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

Post Officer in charge / Shift Manager

One Stop
Cleveleys, Lancs
10.2015 - Current

built a strong rapport with regular post office clients, increasing footfall and helping with all their needs. with confidentiality, integrity and discretion.

  • Updated pricing and promotions to fulfil store and post office goals.
  • Reconciled sales upon conclusion of shift with 100% accuracy.
  • Motivated team of 10 to consistently exceed targets
  • Coached team to deliver top-quality customer service and uphold brand values.
  • Recruited and trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate store standards.
  • Analysed sales figures, identifying areas to improve and implementing remedial action.
  • Developed team's product knowledge, resulting in increased store sales.
  • Performed various store operations including opening and closing procedures, product display management and budget control.
  • Managed store inventory by directing routine stock control procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Ran promotions and events in line with company standards.
  • Employed exceptional visual merchandising skills to create eye-catching, inviting storefronts and interiors.
  • Kept staff records regarding holidays, absences and discipline.
  • Resolved complex disputes and handled product returns with professionalism, offering practical solutions to maintain customer satisfaction and uphold stellar reputation.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and onboarding store staff.
  • Stocked and restocked inventory upon delivery receipt, maintaining accurate supply records.

Convenience Store manager

Mcolls
Cleveleys, Lancashire
08.2008 - 10.2015
  • Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
  • Leveraged strong working knowledge of products and systems.
  • Enforced service standards to maintain establishment reputation for excellence.
  • Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances.
  • Planned logistical operations for safe storage and sale of goods.
  • Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
  • Oversaw business staffing and training, building successful, customer-focused team.

Assistant retail shop manager

Somerfield
Blackpool, Lancashire
06.1998 - 08.2007
  • Managed store inventory by directing routine stock control procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Coordinated high quality inductions and seamless onboarding procedures for new starters.
  • Assessed employee capabilities and development areas to maximise individual potential.
  • Coordinated reference and background checks for compliance with right-to-work guidelines.
  • Investigated and documented workplace grievances to eliminate future incidents.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HR legislation for continued regulatory compliance.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Retail management

NVQ
Blackpool
2009 -

Personal Alcohol Licence - DPS

BII
Blackpool
2009/2009 -

Certificate of Higher Education - communications

purbrook park V1
Portsmouth
1985 -

GCSEs - maths, english, biology, food and nutrition, histoy

purbrook park school
portsmouth
1981 - 1984

Skills

  • Time management
  • Performance management
  • KPI management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Accurate money handling
  • Inventory control
  • Workforce training
  • Payroll administration

Timeline

Post Officer in charge / Shift Manager

One Stop
10.2015 - Current

Convenience Store manager

Mcolls
08.2008 - 10.2015

Assistant retail shop manager

Somerfield
06.1998 - 08.2007

NVQ Level 3 - Retail management

NVQ
2009 -

Personal Alcohol Licence - DPS

BII
2009/2009 -

Certificate of Higher Education - communications

purbrook park V1
1985 -

GCSEs - maths, english, biology, food and nutrition, histoy

purbrook park school
1981 - 1984
Ruth Everett