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Shamsa Olow

Scunthorpe,North Lincolnshire

Summary

Customer-focused professional with background in retail and customer service. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction by providing exceptional, personalised support. Utilises strong communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and foster loyalty.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Activity Leader

Anglo
Exeter, Devon
2025.07 - 2025.08
  • Lead engaging activities for 11–17-year-olds while maintaining high safeguarding standards and creating a safe, inclusive environment.
  • Communicated closely with colleagues to coordinate schedules, managed my time effectively, and adapted quickly to last-minute changes.
  • Paid close attention to detail to ensure events ran smoothly and consistently adapted to the diverse needs of students and their group leaders. Maintained a positive and supportive attitude throughout to promote wellbeing.

Trading Assistant

DHL
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
2023.07 - 2023.09
  • Ensured efficient flow of goods with strict adherence to safety protocols. Handled loading and unloading shipments, performing heavy lifting tasks.
  • Improved workflow processes, maintaining a productive workspace. Aligned with DHL’s global standards in supply chain management.

Customer service assistant

Lidl
2021.04 - 2021.07
  • Managed restocking, display maintenance, and cash transactions efficiently.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, handling high transaction volumes. Upheld a positive work environment through effective collaboration.

Customer/Bakery assistant

Sainsburys
2019.11 - 2021.09
  • Assisted patrons, upheld hygiene standards, handled cash transactions with accuracy, and managed inventory to minimise waste.
  • Demonstrated ability to create visually appealing product displays, leading to increased sales. Strong collaborator with a positive approach to teamwork and a commitment to departmental success.

Education

GCSE'S -

ST LAWRENCE ACADEMY
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
2014.09 - 2019.06

Skills

  • Customer Service: Provides helpful, professional support
  • Communication: Clear and confident communicator
  • Time Management: Manages tasks and deadlines efficiently
  • Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to new situations
  • Teamwork: Works effectively with others
  • Manual Handling: Skilled in safe lifting and pallet use
  • Sales & Merchandising: Supports sales through product presentation
  • Safeguarding: Aware of safety and wellbeing procedures
  • Cash Handling: Accurate with tills and transactions

Timeline

Activity Leader

Anglo
2025.07 - 2025.08

Trading Assistant

DHL
2023.07 - 2023.09

Customer service assistant

Lidl
2021.04 - 2021.07

Customer/Bakery assistant

Sainsburys
2019.11 - 2021.09

GCSE'S -

ST LAWRENCE ACADEMY
2014.09 - 2019.06
Shamsa Olow