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Cameron McKenzie

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dynamic individual with extensive hands-on experience in sales, management, customer service and social media, and a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and helping support and develop the Sonic Boom team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Experience Representative

Indigo Books
04.2022 - 11.2023

-Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships through excellent customer service.

-Exemplifies exceptional customer service and sales skills in a highly results-oriented metric, driving sales of the company's paid membership program, consistently being a top-three earner in the store.

-Consistently receives 'High Performance' rating in quarterly reviews.

-Experience greeting and interacting with authors and publicists when they come in to do book signings and events.

-As of Jan. '23, steps into the role of Manager on Duty, supervising staff and store operations, including monitoring staff performance, sales metrics, and book display set ups to draw awareness to new titles.

-Flexible and adaptable, able to quickly and easily shift between positions and fill in wherever needed, routinely meeting the highest standards.

-Creates a warm and welcoming environment for customers and coworkers alike, celebrating accomplishments and helping foster growth where possible.

-Trains new hires on Point-of-Sale systems and mentors them on loyalty program sales.

Shift Leader

Mastermind Toys & Books
05.2020 - 04.2022

-Oversaw store operations and day-to-day activities of up to ten employees in a retail environment, delegating daily tasks and responsibilities.

-Co-ran seasonal staff meetings and trained seasonal hires.

-Established and sustained positive working relations, fostering a positive atmosphere of mutual respect and spirit.

-Demonstrated ownership and personal accountability.

Sales Associate

Mastermind Toys & Books
05.2014 - 05.2020

-Demonstrated exceptional customer service

-Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.

-Served as a point of authority regarding store operations, including training several store managers as new systems were rolled out district-wide.

-Helped build or renovate three other store locations.

-Helped organize and set up annual warehouse sales, including supervising a large team, overseeing the receiving and distribution of 200 skids worth of product and liaising with other team leaders to ensure operations run smoothly.

Education

Post-Degree Certificate - Publishing

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Toronto, ON
12.2020

Bachelor of Arts, Honours - English

York University
Toronto, ON
06.2017

Skills

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills conveys ideas clearly and concisely

-Organized, detail-oriented multi-tasker

-Thrives in fast-paced, intense environments

-Hands-on, personable work style

-Excellent administrative skills, including email and phone communication, training, and conducting meetings

-Proficiency with multiple POS systems and inventory management programs

-Exceptional collaborative and independent work ethic

-Proactive approach to problem solving

-Resourceful, with strong critical thinking and research skills

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Customer Experience Representative

Indigo Books
04.2022 - 11.2023

Shift Leader

Mastermind Toys & Books
05.2020 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

Mastermind Toys & Books
05.2014 - 05.2020

Post-Degree Certificate - Publishing

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)

Bachelor of Arts, Honours - English

York University
Cameron McKenzie