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Cate Sullivan

Auckland

Summary

Driving automotive success through strategic customer engagement, brand experience, and CRM management. Supporting a leading super luxury automotive brand while working effectively with key stakeholders and maintaining the highest level of customer service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

CRM and Sales Coordinator

Aston Martin Auckland
05.2023 - Current
  • Efficiently coordinated customer relationship management (CRM) and sales activities for Aston Martin Auckland
  • Managed customer inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in high customer satisfaction and repeat business
  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement effective sales strategies, leading to increased revenue
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records in the CRM system and Salesforce, ensuring efficient communication and follow-up
  • Assist in the organisation and execution of sales events and promotions, contributing to the achievement of sales targets
  • Provide administrative support to the sales team, including preparing sales reports and analyzing sales data
  • Foster strong relationships with customers and stakeholders, promoting brand loyalty and positive brand perception
  • Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to identify new sales opportunities and stay ahead of the market
  • Manage and create content for all Aston Martin Auckland social media platforms.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Self Employed
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Successfully provided freelance graphic design services to various clients, delivering high-quality designs that met their specific needs and requirements
  • Collaborated closely with clients to understand their vision and translate it into visually appealing and impactful designs
  • Utilized industry-standard design software and tools to create visually stunning graphics
  • Demonstrated a strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and typography to create visually cohesive and aesthetically pleasing designs
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

Retail Sales Assistant

Scotties Boutique
02.2021 - 02.2023
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and meet store objectives
  • Actively participated in product knowledge training sessions, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and promotions
  • Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills, building rapport with customers and fostering long-term relationships
  • Provided excellent customer service, ensuring a positive shopping experience for all customers
  • Assisted customers in finding products, answering inquiries, and resolving any issues or concerns
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a visually appealing and welcoming atmosphere
  • Processed sales transactions accurately and efficiently, utilizing point-of-sale systems
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocked merchandise as needed, ensuring product availability for customers.

Retail Assistant and Content Creator

Mina
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Conducted market research to identify trends and customer preferences, informing product selection and inventory management
  • Utilized strong communication skills to effectively convey product information and benefits to customers
  • Demonstrated a strong work ethic and attention to detail, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and meet customer needs
  • Provided exceptional customer service as a Retail Assistant and Stylist at The Shelter
  • Assisted customers in selecting and coordinating outfits, ensuring a personalized and satisfying shopping experience
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of current fashion trends and styling techniques, offering valuable fashion advice to customers
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a visually appealing and welcoming atmosphere
  • Actively participated in inventory management, including receiving and organizing merchandise
  • Adapted quickly to changing customer demands and effectively resolved customer concerns or complaints
  • Created engaging and informative content for various platforms, including social media, blogs, and websites
  • Developed and executed content strategies to drive audience engagement and increase brand visibility
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and relevance of content
  • Utilized strong writing and editing skills to produce high-quality content that resonated with target audiences
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align content with brand guidelines and marketing objectives
  • Monitored and analyzed content performance metrics to optimize strategies and improve audience reach
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance content creation efforts
  • Maintained a consistent brand voice and tone across all content channels.

Internship

Studio Almond
06.2022 - 06.2022
  • Completed a web internship at Studio Almond, gaining hands-on experience in web development and design
  • Assisted in the creation and maintenance of websites, ensuring functionality and user-friendliness
  • Collaborated with the team to implement design changes and optimize website performance
  • Conducted thorough testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues or bugs
  • Acquired knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in web development
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and adherence to project timelines
  • Actively participated in team meetings and contributed ideas for improving website design and functionality
  • Developed effective communication and teamwork skills while working in a professional web development environment.

Retail Assistant and Stylist

The Shelter
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted in the day-to-day operations of a retail store, ensuring a positive customer experience
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized store environment
  • Created engaging and visually appealing content for social media platforms, increasing brand visibility and customer engagement
  • Developed creative and innovative marketing strategies to promote products and drive sales.

Content Creator

Caughley
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Created engaging and informative content for various platforms, including social media, blogs, and websites
  • Developed and executed content strategies to drive audience engagement and increase brand visibility
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and relevance of content
  • Utilized strong writing and editing skills to produce high-quality content that resonated with target audiences
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align content with brand guidelines and marketing objectives
  • Monitored and analyzed content performance metrics to optimize strategies and improve audience reach
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance content creation efforts
  • Maintained a consistent brand voice and tone across all content channels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Whitecliffe College
Auckland
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication Design

Massey University
Wellington, NZ
01.2022

Skills

  • Salesforce
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Sales Coordination
  • Communication
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Customer Experience

Timeline

CRM and Sales Coordinator

Aston Martin Auckland
05.2023 - Current

Freelance Graphic Designer

Self Employed
10.2022 - 05.2023

Internship

Studio Almond
06.2022 - 06.2022

Retail Assistant and Content Creator

Mina
02.2022 - 11.2022

Retail Sales Assistant

Scotties Boutique
02.2021 - 02.2023

Retail Assistant and Stylist

The Shelter
12.2020 - 03.2021

Content Creator

Caughley
09.2020 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Whitecliffe College

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication Design

Massey University
Cate Sullivan