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Ruth Syers

Dagenham,Essex

Summary


Diligent shop team member skilled with money handling and customer questions. Works with team members to keep customers happy and lines under control. Focused on helping others with quality service for diverse needs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Sales consultant

Mappin and Webb
West Thurrock, Essex
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Streamlined communication processes within the team, enhancing productivity.
  • Built strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business.
  • Generated leads to increase potential business opportunities.
  • Developed compelling sales proposals that increased conversion rates.
  • Dealt with customer queries effectively, maintaining high quality service standards.
  • Collaborated with sales team to meet monthly targets successfully.
  • Assisted customers through entire sales process to ensure satisfaction.
  • Handled after-sales services proficiently, ensuring client retention.
  • Listened to customer problems, objections and concerns, offering tailored solutions.
  • Negotiated and closed sales to secure profitable deals and contracts.
  • Understood store goals and used upselling and cross-selling techniques to achieve targets.
  • Used active listening and relationship-building skills to assess customer needs, build rapport and deliver viable solutions.
  • Warmly greeted customers to establish positive first impressions, enhancing in-store experiences.
  • Maintained store standards to uphold clean, professional appearances.
  • Processed payments promptly and precisely using Point Of Sale (POS) systems, minimising customer waiting times.
  • Provided high levels of in-store service, promptly resolving complaints to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Remained knowledgeable in current stock to provide helpful, informative customer advice.
  • Highlighted product features and benefits in line with customer needs, securing high-value sales.
  • Delivered outstanding customer experiences through attentive care and faultless service.

Sales consultant

Ernest Jones
West Thurrock, Essex
09.2022 - 12.2023

Same as above, as taken over by Watches of Switzerland.

Shop assistant

Primark
Romford, Essex
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assisted customers in finding desired items to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
  • Coordinated closely with management on shop floor layouts and visual merchandising.
  • Built rapport with frequent shoppers to foster loyal customer base.
  • Improved product visibility with strategic shelf arrangements.
  • Directed customers towards fitting rooms when needed for convenient try-on experience.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members during busy periods.
  • Managed stock levels on shop floor for continuous product availability.
  • Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
  • Guided customers to locate products or alternative items.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.

Midday supervisor

Southwood Primary School
Dagenham, Essex
09.2012 - 03.2022
  • Encouraged respectful behaviour amongst peers to foster an inclusive environment.
  • Managed behavioural issues for a peaceful and enjoyable lunchtime experience.
  • Participated in staff meetings and training sessions for professional development.
  • Promoted inclusivity with active involvement in children's games and activities.
  • Provided comfort and reassurance to distressed children, promoting emotional well-being.
  • Reported any concerns or incidences promptly to the relevant authority.
  • Mediated conflicts between students to maintain a harmonious atmosphere.
  • Strictly followed safeguarding procedures and handled confidential information with discretion.

Beauty Rep

Avon
Dagenham, Essex
07.2004 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated relaxing atmosphere through exceptional interpersonal skills and soothing techniques during services offered.
  • Utilised specialised beauty equipment safely and effectively for optimal results.
  • Assisted clients in selecting suitable cosmetic products, enhancing their overall look.
  • Recommended home care routines specifically designed for individual's skin type and condition leading to improved skin health.

Education

General Reception - Hospitality

Halesowen College
Birmingham
09.1983 - 06.1984

Skills

  • Rapport building expertise
  • Brand representation excellence
  • Target achievement focus
  • Product knowledge
  • Product demonstrations
  • Sales closing techniques
  • Product and service knowledge
  • Customer engagement and interaction

Affiliations

  • Badminton, Pilates, Swimming, Cross Stitch, Reading

Timeline

Sales consultant

Mappin and Webb
12.2024 - 06.2025

Sales consultant

Ernest Jones
09.2022 - 12.2023

Shop assistant

Primark
04.2022 - 09.2022

Midday supervisor

Southwood Primary School
09.2012 - 03.2022

Beauty Rep

Avon
07.2004 - 07.2021

General Reception - Hospitality

Halesowen College
09.1983 - 06.1984
Ruth Syers