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Alma Kalaj

Oakville,ON

Summary

Dynamic Beauty Consultant with a proven track record in product knowledge, visual merchandising, and exceptional customer service. Committed to enhancing customer experiences and driving sales through personalized recommendations and engaging displays.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Beauty Consultant/Cosmetic Counter Manager

Hudsons Bay
Mississauga, Ontario
04.2018 - 03.2025
  • Assisted customers in selecting beauty products and providing personalized recommendations.
  • Demonstrated product usage techniques to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction.
  • Maintained an organized and visually appealing product display to attract customers.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss new promotions and product launches.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns promptly.
  • Kept up-to-date with beauty trends to offer informed advice to customers.
  • Developed sales strategies to promote new products to clients.

Sales Associate/ Coordinator

Sears
Mississauga, Ontario
04.2017 - 02.2018
  • Assisted customers in product selection and provided personalized recommendations.
  • Organized merchandise displays to enhance store layout and customer experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain stock levels and ensure product availability.
  • Operated point-of-sale system to process transactions efficiently and accurately.

Cashier

Wendys
Oakville, Ontario
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at fast-food restaurant.

Assistant

First Impression Custom Painting
Mississauga, Ontario
08.2008 - 11.2016
  • Supported client communications and maintained professional relationships.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.

General Worker and Inspector

Mayco Plastic USA
Michigan
05.2002 - 11.2008
  • Operated machinery to assemble components efficiently on production lines.
  • Conducted quality checks to ensure products met safety standards.

Cashier

Meijer's
Michigan
01.1998 - 10.2002
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently at Meijer's checkout stations.

Cleaner

Plush Pocket
Michigan
09.1995 - 06.1998
  • Maintained cleanliness of common areas and restrooms to ensure a hygienic environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dede Gjonluli
Shkoder, Albania
09-1993

Skills

  • Product knowledge
  • Visual merchandising
  • Sales strategy
  • Customer engagement
  • Retail operations
  • Inventory management
  • Promotion coordination
  • Customer relationship management
  • Makeup application
  • Maintaining client records
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Beauty Consultant/Cosmetic Counter Manager

Hudsons Bay
04.2018 - 03.2025

Sales Associate/ Coordinator

Sears
04.2017 - 02.2018

Cashier

Wendys
08.2016 - 11.2016

Assistant

First Impression Custom Painting
08.2008 - 11.2016

General Worker and Inspector

Mayco Plastic USA
05.2002 - 11.2008

Cashier

Meijer's
01.1998 - 10.2002

Cleaner

Plush Pocket
09.1995 - 06.1998

High School Diploma -

Dede Gjonluli
Alma Kalaj