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Ella Poppelwell

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Currently working as a Retail Team Leader with a proven track record at Lagardere Travel Retail. Enhancing team productivity and fostering a collaborative environment is my expertise. Skilled in cash handling and delivering exceptional customer service, I excel in motivating teams and solving problems effectively, ensuring a positive shopping experience for all customers. I'm a people person and enjoy working in a team whenever I can.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Team Leader

Lagardere Travel Retail
07.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks to enhance efficiently of the team.
  • Mentored new hires, ensuring proper training in sales techniques, customer service, and store operations.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork.
  • Managed cash handling procedures.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance customers experiences.

Residential Advisor

Unilodge
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with fellow Residential Advisors to plan and host engaging social events for residents.
  • Looked after 25 residents, hosting fortnightly events for them and undertaking welfare checks monthly.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion to create welcoming and inclusive living environment for all students.
  • Undertook three weeks of full time training to prepare for this role.

Retail Sales Associate

Lagardere Travel Retail
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Lotto trained.
  • Cash Handling.

Retail Associate

Hellers Factory Shop
10.2019 - 12.2022

- Undertaking regular temperature checks to ensure food is in the safe zone.

  • Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geography

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
11-2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Friendly and helpful
  • Teamwork
  • Team motivation
  • Problem-solving
  • Honest and dependable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Cash handling
  • Time management

Timeline

Retail Team Leader

Lagardere Travel Retail
07.2023 - Current

Residential Advisor

Unilodge
01.2023 - 11.2023

Retail Sales Associate

Lagardere Travel Retail
07.2022 - 07.2023

Retail Associate

Hellers Factory Shop
10.2019 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Geography

University of Canterbury
Ella Poppelwell