Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
StoreManager

Susan Goldsmith

Dartford,Kent

Summary

Dynamic and enthusiastic professional with extensive experience in till and cash handling, face-to-face selling, and brand promotion. Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills, confident communication, and cultural awareness. Proficient in digital marketing tools and online order processing, with a strong focus on decision making and time management. Adept at stock replenishment, shelf stocking, and returns handling. Committed to delivering outstanding customer experiences while maintaining a positive attitude.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales assistant

Marks & Spencer
Dartford, Kent
09.2012 - 12.2024
  • Promoted customer loyalty scheme at checkout.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Requested and checked customer IDs at checkout for age-restricted products.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
  • Helped customers obtain specialised help for refunds and exchanges.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide thoughtful advice and product recommendations.
  • Monitored and reported suspicious activity to security officer to avoid theft.
  • Collaborated with sales managers to meet target quotas.
  • Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
  • Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
  • Learnt about new products quickly, providing comprehensive guidance to customers.
  • Organised displays to promote inventory and encourage customer purchases.
  • Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions helping customers make informed buying decisions.

Registered childminder

Self Employed
Dartford, Kent
03.2007 - 09.2012
  • Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals and medications administered.
  • Prepared nutritious meals catering to various dietary restrictions boosting healthy eating habits.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with families, resulting in long-term contracts.
  • Promoted good manners and personal hygiene among children instilling important life skills.
  • Collaborated with parents to understand and cater to individual child needs.
  • Coordinated outings to enhance children's understanding of the world around them.
  • Observed monitored recorded progress of each child providing valuable feedback to parents.
  • Supervised groups of up to 4 children.

Unemployed

none
03.1992 - 03.2007

I was unemployed at this time as I had become a single parent of 2 children. My main focus at this time was to ensure that my children had a normal life as possible.

Framer

View Frame plc
Dartford, Kent
08.1989 - 03.1992
  • Facilitated regular cleaning of workspace, maintaining a tidy and organised environment conducive for efficient operations.
  • Assembled structures accurately and securely to produce quality results.

Deputy store manager

Contessa Lingerie
Bexleyheath, Kent
05.1985 - 01.1989
  • Led 4 employees by example, adding value on daily basis to team and store operations.
  • Developed innovative sales strategies, resulting in increased brand visibility.
  • Motivated sales teams to achieve daily store targets.
  • Upheld company policies at all times whilst dealing with staff or customers' issues.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attention to detail and prompt resolution of complaints.
  • Instructed staff on point-of-sale till operation and transaction processing.
  • Made sure merchandise was displayed attractively, led to increase in footfall.
  • Maintained a clean, organised display area, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - English

Bexleyheath Secondary School
Bexleyheath, Bexley
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - Mathematics

Bexleyheath Secondary School
Bexleyheath, Bexley
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - History

Bexleyheath Secondary School
Bexleyheath, Bexley
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - Geography

Bexleyheath Secondary School
Bexleyheath, Bexley
09.1970 - 07.1975

Skills

  • Till and cash handling
  • Face-to-face selling
  • Brand Promotion
  • Confident communicator
  • Cultural awareness
  • Decision making
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Shelf stocking
  • Product knowledge
  • Stock replenishment
  • Superb time management
  • Online order processing
  • Positive attitude
  • Returns handling
  • Digital marketing tools proficiency
  • Outgoing and enthusiastic

Affiliations

  • My favourite Hobby is anything to do with using my general Knowledge i.e Crossword's, Wordle puzzles.
  • Knitting, Cross Stitching, Jigsaw Puzzles

Accomplishments

I Gained a CACHE level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare.

A number of awards for customer service.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales assistant

Marks & Spencer
09.2012 - 12.2024

Registered childminder

Self Employed
03.2007 - 09.2012

Unemployed

none
03.1992 - 03.2007

Framer

View Frame plc
08.1989 - 03.1992

Deputy store manager

Contessa Lingerie
05.1985 - 01.1989

Certificate of Higher Education - English

Bexleyheath Secondary School
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - Mathematics

Bexleyheath Secondary School
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - History

Bexleyheath Secondary School
09.1970 - 07.1975

Certificate of Higher Education - Geography

Bexleyheath Secondary School
09.1970 - 07.1975
Susan Goldsmith