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Kabira Halder

Brighton,United Kingdom

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in customer service and sales, adept at handling financial transactions and managing customer service metrics. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and teamwork to achieve goals. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with a deep understanding of the retail industry. Committed to continuous improvement and conflict resolution, aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and drive business success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store manager

Home Store
Brighton, United Kingdom
12.2023 - Current


  • Monitored inventory levels consistently to avoid stock shortages or overages.
  • Managed Sales, Administrations and Customer Service efficiently of my own organization's day-to-day operations, financial, structure and ongoing corporate strategy
  • Trained new cashiers on store policies and procedures to maintain standards
  • Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.
  • Kept up-to-date with store promotions to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Handled high volumes of transactions during holiday seasons efficiently.
  • Used Point of Sale system efficiently, speeding up transactions.
  • Identified counterfeit notes whilst handling cash, ensuring financial security.
  • Handled returns and exchanges following company policies, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Managed queue effectively during peak hours for seamless checkout process.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing issues and concerns.
  • Upheld health and safety regulations within the premises to ensure a safe shopping environment.
  • Coordinated with team members for smooth shift transitions.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
  • Coordinated holiday promotions successfully whilst managing regular duties simultaneously.

Entrepreneur

Kabira's Makeover Academy
Kolkata, India
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Secured investment funds by compelling pitch presentations.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with clients, drove customer loyalty.
  • Mentored junior team members, nurtured talent within the organisation.
  • Negotiated favourable contracts with suppliers, ensured reliable resource acquisition.

Make-up Artist

Be-Bonnie
Kolkata, India
05.2017 - 01.2019
  • Involved in the direct contact with customers by telephone and email.
  • Updated knowledge of latest beauty trends, helping clients stay current and stylish.
  • Making sure that all administrative tasks are completed to the required level
  • Communicated effectively with team members during busy periods to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Achieved a dramatic transformation for clients with expert contouring techniques.

Owner

Kabira's Boutique
Kolkata
04.2011 - 11.2018


  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration
  • Planned monthly project concepts by researching and studying new trends and information
  • Managed internal and external events including in-store promotions and trade shows
  • Created and executed a business plan for a successful retail business
  • Developed all advertising and marketing plans including social and print media.

Make-up Artist

Jawed Habib
04.2016 - 02.2017
  • Possess excellent communication skills when working with clients to interpret clients' expectations
  • Always motivated to enhance clients experience to retain existing customers and attract new customer by professional service
  • Able to work quickly and accurately in time sensitive situations
  • Have advanced knowledge of makeup hygiene practices before, during and after application.

Education

MSc - Environmental Assessment and Management

University Of Brighton
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
09.2023 - 09.2024

Master's degree - Geography

C.S.J.M.U
Kanpur

Bachelor of Arts - Geography (HONS)

University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India
05.2003 - 08.2005

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sales
  • Fast-paced environments
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Financial transactions handlin
  • Retail industry insight
  • Customer service metrics
  • Account management
  • Conflict Resolution

Certification

  • Professional Make Up Course From Jawed Habib
  • Beautician Course-From Ramakrishna Mission Institute.
  • 'Base & Skincare',' Eye Make-up' and 'Lips'-MAC Makeup School.
  • Makeup and Hair Styling course at Celebrity School of OJAS RAJANI
  • Online Master Class Makeup From Reshmi Chakraborty
  • Online Makeup Course - Air black Beauty Club
  • Online Make up Class from PK Makeup Studio & Academy.
  • 5 Days Makeup workshop on Advance Make-up & Hair Styling from FACEART ACADEMY
  • Computer :MS Word,Power Point & Excel.

Languages

English
Hindi
Bengali

Custom

  • Make-up
  • Reading books
  • Travelling

Personal Information

Timeline

Store manager

Home Store
12.2023 - Current

MSc - Environmental Assessment and Management

University Of Brighton
09.2023 - 09.2024

Entrepreneur

Kabira's Makeover Academy
09.2020 - 09.2022

Make-up Artist

Be-Bonnie
05.2017 - 01.2019

Make-up Artist

Jawed Habib
04.2016 - 02.2017

Owner

Kabira's Boutique
04.2011 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Geography (HONS)

University of Calcutta
05.2003 - 08.2005

Master's degree - Geography

C.S.J.M.U
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