Hi, I’m
Georgie Anne Lissington
Christchurch, Papanui,Canterbury
Summary
I was promoted from Retail Assistant to Supervisor at Save More NZ Ltd within one year, reflecting strong performance and leadership potential. I successfully managed daily store operations including opening/closing procedures, cash ups, payroll submission, rostering, and stock control.
Efficiently mitigated and reported technical issues, including Point of Sale (POS) equipment faults, contributing to smoother store operations.
Demonstrated flexibility and reliability across multiple roles in retail and cleaning, with consistent positive feedback from managers and colleagues.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Savemore
Supervisor
01.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to more organized and efficient stock handling system.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
Savemore
Retail Sales Assistant
03.2024 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Addressed customer issues tactfully, resolving any concerns while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance product knowledge and improve overall sales skills.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Supported promotional events by setting up displays, creating signage, and engaging customers with enthusiasm about promotions.
- Boosted add-on sales through suggestive selling techniques and product recommendations.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Opened & closed store, including cash up procedures.
- Rostering and submitting payroll information.
- Minimising and entering waste and shrink.
- Receiving and receipting stock deliveries. Experience using pallet jacks.
- Microsoft office experience.
- Writing and responding to emails.
Millers
Retail Sales Assistant
08.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Maintained clean, organized store environment for an inviting shopping experience for customers.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Handled incoming phone calls professionally, addressing customer inquiries or directing them appropriately within the store.
- Built strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels for optimal sales performance.
- Opened and closed store independently and prepared & completed nightly bank drop.
Excell Cleaning Services
Cleaner
11.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
Education
Kaiapoi High SchoolKaiapoi, Christchurch
NCEA Level 1
2021
Skills
- Goal oriented
- Honest
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Inventory control
- Processes and procedures
- Task delegation
- Documentation and reporting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Reliability
- Self motivation
Certification
I have a certificate in learning about Sothys skincare products, which was earned during my time at Ara studying beauty. I learnt a lot about body anatomy & how our skin works, how to identify certain skin conditions and how to give advice to clients.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Māori
Elementary
Additional Information
Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence, currently working to achieve Full.
References
William Riley, Operations Manager @ Savemore-021 807 541
Samantha Dodds, Manager @ Millers-021 428 179
Nicole Breeze, Personal Reference, 027 674 5526
Timeline
Supervisor
Savemore
01.2025 - 07.2025
Retail Sales Assistant
Savemore
03.2024 - 01.2025
Retail Sales Assistant
Millers
08.2023 - 03.2024
Cleaner
Excell Cleaning Services
11.2022 - 08.2023
Kaiapoi High School
NCEA Level 1
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