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Derek Shaw

Oakville,ON

Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in the Wine industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Agent

Elections Canada
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently resolving inquiries and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers, ensuring positive experiences.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to quickly identify and address customer issues.
  • Assist and advise electors before an d after the election
  • Helped to update the electoral database

Store Manager

Andrew Peller Ltd.
10.2009 - 02.2017
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Introduced in=store wine seminars and tastings.
  • Created mailing lists to keep customers informed of store activities and offerings.
  • Addressed customer issues promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.

Wine Merchant

The Wine Rack
10.2005 - 09.2009
  • Organized wine tastings to introduce customers to new wines, increasing customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels.
  • Trained staff on wine knowledge and tasting techniques, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Created informative in-store displays highlighting featured wines, boosting sales of promoted products.
  • Emphasize customer service.


Various IT Positions

Various
06.1990 - 08.2004

Employed by Various Companies including:


Computer Associates, Pre Sales, UK

Viasoft, Pre Sales and Marketing, U.S,

CCA Canada, Pre and Post Sales, Canada.

etc.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON

Diploma in Art And Design - Commercial Photography

Liverpool Regional College of Art
Liverpool, U.K.

Diploma in Programming And Analysis - Computer Science

Honeywell Institute
Toronto, ON

Certificate of Merit - Intermediate Wine Level Tasting

Hillebrand Wines
Niagara On The :Lake, ON.
02.2010

Certificate of Merit - Basic Level Wine Tasting

Hillebrand Wines
Niagara On The Lake, ON
12.2009

Certificate of Merit - Wines of Ontario

Wine Council of Ontario
St. Catharines, ON
11.2005

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Problem Resolution
  • Service-Oriented Self-Starter
  • Empathetic and Genuine

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Voluntary Work

Have provided assistance to Niagara Dog Rescue in fostering dogs prior to rehoming.

Timeline

Customer Service Agent

Elections Canada
08.2021 - 10.2021

Store Manager

Andrew Peller Ltd.
10.2009 - 02.2017

Wine Merchant

The Wine Rack
10.2005 - 09.2009

Various IT Positions

Various
06.1990 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

University of Toronto

Diploma in Art And Design - Commercial Photography

Liverpool Regional College of Art

Diploma in Programming And Analysis - Computer Science

Honeywell Institute

Certificate of Merit - Intermediate Wine Level Tasting

Hillebrand Wines

Certificate of Merit - Basic Level Wine Tasting

Hillebrand Wines

Certificate of Merit - Wines of Ontario

Wine Council of Ontario
Derek Shaw