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Charmain Thurlow

Calgary,AB

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Associate experienced in administrative support and retail operations. Contributed to team success through effective clerical assistance and staff collaboration. Bringing detail-oriented and decisive nature with sound judgment, good multitasking abilities and self-motivated nature. Comfortable working alone or with teams to accomplish on-time and accurate clerical tasks.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Virtual Assistant

The Cleaning Girls
Lacombe, Alberta
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Processed invoices, bill payments, and receipts to ensure accurate financial records.
  • Maintained client database with contact details and preferences for streamlined communication.

Short Term Disability/Caregiver

Unemployed
07.2020 - 12.2024

July 2020- December 2024

  • Recuperated after knee surgery
  • Caregiver for two family members
  • Completed coursework in veterinary office assistance at Bow Valley College, acquiring essential skills prior to personal challenges

Cashier/Sales Associate

Bed Bath and Beyond
05.2015 - 06.2020
  • Processed cash, check, and credit card transactions accurately, ensuring seamless checkout experiences.
  • Assisted customers with purchases, item location, and enrollment in reward programs to enhance shopping experience.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Restocked merchandise and organized displays for appealing sales floor presentation.

Team Member

Target Canada
03.2013 - 04.2015
  • Delivered friendly, upbeat service to enhance customer satisfaction and foster positive shopping experiences.
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays, promptly restocking and reorganizing products to maintain an inviting shopping environment.
  • Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently.

Administrative Assistant

Bow Valley College
05.2009 - 10.2009
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to office staff, enhancing overall office operations.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Ensured confidentiality of personnel and student information, safeguarding sensitive data.
  • Conducted detailed research to support routine tasks and special projects, contributing to informed decision-making.

Document Control Clerk

Canadian Blood Services
04.2009 - 07.2009
  • Performed document reproduction, printing documents from electronic sources such as email attachments, PDF files, and cloud storage.
  • Assisted with inbound and outbound document processes, document sorting, logging, and work order creation.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Office Assistant

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB
9 1992

High School Diploma -

Bishop Grandin High School
Calgary, AB
6 1990

No Degree - Veterinary Office Assistant

Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Administrative support
  • Reception Duties
  • MS Office Proficiency
  • Computer proficiency
  • Multi-line systems
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective multitasking
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Customer insights
  • Professional under pressure
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Relationship Building
  • Empathy for Animals

Timeline

Virtual Assistant

The Cleaning Girls
01.2025 - 07.2025

Short Term Disability/Caregiver

Unemployed
07.2020 - 12.2024

Cashier/Sales Associate

Bed Bath and Beyond
05.2015 - 06.2020

Team Member

Target Canada
03.2013 - 04.2015

Administrative Assistant

Bow Valley College
05.2009 - 10.2009

Document Control Clerk

Canadian Blood Services
04.2009 - 07.2009

Graduate Certificate - Office Assistant

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Bishop Grandin High School

No Degree - Veterinary Office Assistant

Bow Valley College
Charmain Thurlow