Saoirse Weir
Manchester
Summary
Driven individual with a proactive attitude and enthusiasm for working in a fast- paced creative environment with outstanding leadership and problem-solving skills. Exceptional at team management and communication, consistently ensuring strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Product Manager / People and Service Manager
River Island
Manchester
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated team schedules for efficient staff allocation.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance team performance.
- Dealt with HR-related tasks such as recruitment, reward & recognition and disciplinary issues.
- Enforced health and safety regulations maintaining safe store conditions.
- Controlled expenses, advising on efficient use of resources to minimise unnecessary costs.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow.
- Developed promotional events to increase brand visibility.
- Assessed sales trends, adapted merchandise display with attention to detail
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, upheld high level of customer satisfaction.
- Monitored competitor activities to stay ahead in market trends.
- Analysed consumer data to predict future purchasing trends for informed decision-making.
- Coordinated with influencers for promotional activities, thereby increasing brand reach.
Team Manager
Primark
Craigavon
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Coordinated with various departments for seamless workflow.
- Boosted morale by recognising and rewarding exceptional work.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, resulting in fewer discrepancies and conflicts.
- Conducted performance observations to identify areas of improvement.
- Prioritised workload effectively, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Provided consistent leadership to maintain high levels of team performance and satisfaction.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Promoted excellent team work amongst staff through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Team Leader
TK Maxx
Newry
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted in price markdowns during sale periods, facilitating quicker clearance of old stock.
- Addressed customer complaints, resulting in improved customer relationships.
- Promoted excellent team work amongst staff through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Liaised effectively with other managers, ensuring continuity of services 24 and 7.
- Led training sessions for new staff members for quicker integration into the team.
- Collaborated with other department managers for smooth store operations.
Volunteer
Cinemagic
Armagh
03.2020 - 03.2020
- selected to be part of Cinemagic's latest production Rian, a short film
- Shadowed the 1st AD on the set and worked alongside the film crew
- Extra during market scene
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Volunteer
Budget Music Videos
Dromore
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Created GIFs for trailers on GIPHY for their website
- Created an advert for a phone company called Tuvia, created by Deola Smart
- Edited tutorial videos of the company director for step-by-step videos on video production
- Learned how to use the site WordPress
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and Production
University of Ulster
ColeraineSkills
- Time Management
- Attention to detail
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Team Work
- Creativity
- Customer Service
- Professional
- Computer skills
- Leadership
- Visual Merchandising
- Commercial Awareness
- Video Editing
- Professional Appearance
- Public Speaking/Communicator
Certification
Digital Skills: Social Media, Accenture - 2020
Affiliations
- Travelling
- Photography
- Social Media
- Fashion
Timeline
Product Manager / People and Service Manager
River Island
03.2024 - Current
Team Manager
Primark
11.2022 - 10.2023
Team Leader
TK Maxx
08.2021 - 11.2022
Volunteer
Cinemagic
03.2020 - 03.2020
Volunteer
Budget Music Videos
07.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and Production
University of Ulster