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Zaheeda Hoosein

Hillsborough,New Zealand

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated customer support issues. Adaptable and versatile professional equipped with sound judgment and performance-based management approach.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Sales Assistant

Farmers
Newmarket, Auckland
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with product selection.
  • Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
  • Organized stockroom shelves, racks and bins according to store layout and product categories.
  • Informed customers about current promotions and discounts.
  • Assisted customers with returns, exchanges and refunds.
  • Replenished merchandise on shelves as needed throughout the day.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving problems, and responding to complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as scanning items, processing payments, and issuing receipts or change due.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the sales floor area at all times.
  • Adhered to all company policies and procedures regarding safety regulations, security measures, attendance policies.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement within the store's services.
  • Ensured that all promotional materials were properly displayed in their designated areas.
  • Monitored stock levels to facilitate restocking and replenishment of shelves.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business.
  • Engaged in sales-oriented discussions to determine customer pain points.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.

Fashion Consultant - Men's Department

Farmers
Newmarket, Auckland
2007 - 2008
  • Managed entire shopping experience for client, putting together outfits and providing personalized style tips.
  • Helped brand awareness by assisting in merchandising and handling display setups.
  • Leveraged upselling opportunities on clothing, shoes and accessories to maximize brand sales.
  • Organized fashion sample garments for sales reps and agents.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Customer Service Representative & Merchandiser

Farmers
Newmarket, Auckland
2005 - 2007

Customer Service

  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.

Merchandiser

  • Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract customers and optimize sales.
  • Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
  • Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
  • Displayed appropriate signage for products and sales promotions.
  • Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
  • Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.

Manager

Muffin Break
Takapuna, Auckland
2004 - 2005
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
  • Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
  • Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate cafe operations.
  • Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
  • Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods.

Shift Supervisor

KFC
St Lukes, Auckland
2002 - 2004
  • Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Utilized coaching and leadership principles to enhance internal and external team dynamics.
  • Recommended and executed improvements for production and product quality.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.

Skills

  • Client relations and retention
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Product Knowledge
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Focused on customer satisfaction
  • Expertise in sales
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Returns and exchanges
  • Stock management
  • Product Merchandising
  • Sales expertise
  • Customer Assistance
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Honest and Dependable

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Assistant

Farmers
09.2022 - 03.2024

Fashion Consultant - Men's Department

Farmers
2007 - 2008

Customer Service Representative & Merchandiser

Farmers
2005 - 2007

Manager

Muffin Break
2004 - 2005

Shift Supervisor

KFC
2002 - 2004
Zaheeda Hoosein