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Andrea Hart

Oxford,CAN

Summary

Accomplished Visual Merchandiser with a proven track record at Farmers Rangiora, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales through innovative displays and space maximisation. Skilled in design I am passionate about utilising my expertise and knowledge of colour to create captivating visual displays. I've consistently driven revenue growth and improved store aesthetics, demonstrating adaptability and a creative approach to retail challenges.


Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Merchandiser

Farmers Rangiora
10.2016 - Current
  • Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
  • Revamped store layout by maximising space to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience,
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with company sales objectives.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.

Food Prep Cooking Assistant

Oxford Working Men's Club
05.2014 - 10.2016
  • Completed prep work ahead of schedule during busy shifts to help reduce wait times for customers.
  • Operated various kitchen equipment safely such as grills and fryers.
  • Managed portion control effectively to maintain consistency in serving sizes while reducing food costs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of orders during high-volume periods.


Visual Merchandiser

Second Hand on Main
10.2012 - 11.2013
  • Sole charge of the shop on a daily basis, responsible for growing the business by implementing new displays and store layout changes.
  • Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience.
  • Increased customer traffic through effective window, interior and exterior displays that showcased new furniture.
  • Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
  • Increased sales by building a client base.

Customer Service and Sales

The Furnishing Centre and Springland's Garden Cafe
06.2010 - 03.2012

The Furnishing Centre: June 2010 to November 2010

Customer Service and Sales: Temporary position as owner sold business.


Springlands Garden Cafe: February 2011 to March 2012

Front of house and general cafe duties.

Sales Representative

Russell's Curtains and Blinds
09.2006 - 04.2010
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling.
  • Expanded customer base through relationship building creating repeat business.
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend the best product
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of an extensive range of sheers, curtains and blinds.
  • Creative flair, design ideas and colour advice
  • Responsible for monthly sales targets

Branch Manager

Combined Rural Traders
01.2000 - 09.2006
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Strengthened relationships with clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and culture.

Education

Diploma - Professional Interior Design

The Interior Design Academy
Australia
07.2006

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Seasonal displays

Space Planning

In-store event promotion

Interior and exterior displays

Adaptability and Flexibility

Design Visualization

Placement Optimization

Originality and Creativity

Multitasking Abilities

Attention to detail

Hands on and practical

Interests

My interest with design began when I left school and started my own clothes label "Andrea J Designs", this was casual wear namely sweatshirts, a highlight been an article in the Fashion Quarterly magazine by Paula Ryan.

A passion for clothes then morphed into interior and exterior design with one of my favourite past times being re designing friends houses utilising existing furniture. 

I also have a love for animals and their welfare. This is evident from my time volunteering at the SPCA in Blenheim and time spent in Borneo helping at an Orangutan sanctuary.

From 1991 to 1993 I travelled extensively doing various jobs along the way from chauffeuring in London to electronic soldering throughout Scotland and England. Travel has taught me so much about myself and others. It provides you with opportunities to do things that you typically wouldn't do, whilst giving you a much better understanding of other cultures and the challenges they face. It is one of life's greatest adventures.    

Timeline

Visual Merchandiser

Farmers Rangiora
10.2016 - Current

Food Prep Cooking Assistant

Oxford Working Men's Club
05.2014 - 10.2016

Visual Merchandiser

Second Hand on Main
10.2012 - 11.2013

Customer Service and Sales

The Furnishing Centre and Springland's Garden Cafe
06.2010 - 03.2012

Sales Representative

Russell's Curtains and Blinds
09.2006 - 04.2010

Branch Manager

Combined Rural Traders
01.2000 - 09.2006

Diploma - Professional Interior Design

The Interior Design Academy
Andrea Hart