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Huda Saleem

Oshawa,ON

Summary

Highly skilled in utilizing exceptional interpersonal skills to drive the achievement of company goals, particularly in areas of customer satisfaction and experience. Seeking a opportunity to contribute expertise in a customer-oriented environment. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering positive relationships with customers to ensure utmost satisfaction. Eager to leverage strong communication and problem-solving abilities to enhance the overall customer experience and drive business success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Advisor

Royal Bank Of Canada
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Established new customer accounts, including checking, savings, lines of credit, and loans.
  • Examined checks for proper identification and endorsement.
  • Implemented sales programs to improve client relations and retention.
  • Met with clients to assess needs, evaluate issues, and provide tailored solutions.
  • Regularly exceeded team sales goals, contributing to overall organizational success.
  • Provided financial planning services by advising clients on product options aligned with their individual needs.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales goals while complying with policies and regulations.
  • Adhered to security and audit procedures, ensuring accuracy in all financial transactions.
  • Balanced cash drawers, oversaw funds in registers, and prepared cash for ATM and client orders.
  • Managed safety deposit box services and account closures for members.
  • Cross-sold financial services, promoting products and services to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Verified checks, balanced transactions, and transferred cash between bank accounts.
  • Handled multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while monitoring processes for accuracy.
  • Researched and resolved customer issues related to savings, mortgages, car payments, and lines of credit.
  • Represented the bank at exhibitions, events, and trade shows, promoting services and building customer loyalty.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing sales strategies to drive growth and improve customer retention.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for complex client needs.
  • Excelled in meeting sales targets, contributing significantly to the overall success of the team.
  • Contributed to company growth by identifying new business opportunities and cross-selling services.
  • Conducted comprehensive financial analysis to provide clients with strategic investment advice.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and proactive follow-up on inquiries.

Customer Service Associate

Zara
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Greeted customers and assisted with inquiries in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Answered customer questions regarding merchandising, pricing, and promotions.
  • Processed daily shipments and organized the retail area for optimal presentation.
  • Operated tracking scanners to maintain accurate inventory and shipment records.
  • Collaborated with store management to devise strategies for maximizing sales.
  • Maintained stockroom shelves with accurate organization.
  • Fulfilled online orders by pulling products and processing transactions using order management software.
  • Conducted inventory counts for apparel in and out of the fitting rooms.
  • Cleaned and organized fitting rooms, ensuring products were returned to proper locations.
  • Recovered and maintained store departments to ensure a clean and orderly environment.
  • Operated cash counters, processing transactions efficiently and accurately.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through attentive listening and empathetic understanding of their needs.
  • Utilized internal software and tools to meet customer needs and resolved issues promptly.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.

Creative Designer Team Lead

Maria B Officials
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Contributed to design proposal files by presenting inventive and fresh ideas to the design team.
  • Created original graphics and patterns, performed color correction, and prepared digital templates for production.
  • Coordinated with vendors by sending artworks for production and maintaining communication to ensure high-quality samples.
  • Assisted the design manager in developing seasonal color palettes and ensuring a cohesive assortment throughout the season.
  • Managed social media accounts, including creating and posting content on Instagram to promote products and engage customers.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for campaigns and design projects.
  • Developed graphics and layouts for product illustrations, logos, and website content, ensuring brand consistency and quality.
  • Determined size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy for graphics and product designs.
  • Utilized best practices to verify the quality of images and ensure brand compliance.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting all deadlines through strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Created compelling visual presentations for clients, resulting in successful pitches and new business opportunities.
  • Collaborated with in-house producers to create storyboards, mood boards and thumbnail sketches to represent and visualize ideas prior to execution.

Sales and Customer Experience Representative

Maria B Officials
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Monitored and completed daily reports through careful analysis, problem-solving, and forward-thinking.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone and email using industry knowledge, customer experience, and sales techniques.
  • Ensured each customer received a superior shopping experience by offering personalized support.
  • Processed orders and arranged pickups and deliveries for clients, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment.
  • Identified and secured sales opportunities during customer interactions, driving revenue growth.
  • Performed data entry tasks to maintain accurate client records and sales reports.
  • Multi-tasked and prioritized effectively while managing time under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Built sustainable relationships and trust with customers through open and interactive communication.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly workspace and retail floor, ensuring a positive shopping environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of products and inventory to guarantee customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively, ensuring a positive outcome.
  • Stayed up-to-date on product collections, promotions, and rewards programs to provide accurate and timely information to customers.
  • Executed opening and closing procedures efficiently, ensuring the store was ready for business.
  • Established a positive work environment, encouraging teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
  • Promoted upselling opportunities, contributing to increased revenue through add-on sales and product upgrades.
  • Continuously refined communication skills, adapting to various customer personalities to build rapport.
  • Facilitated smooth issue resolution by maintaining clear communication between customers and relevant departments.
  • Streamlined communication channels for improved efficiency in handling customer inquiries.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.

Creative Designer

Warda Textile
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Maintain accurate and organized working files for all projects
  • Contribute to styling photography and videography directives to effectively convey design concepts, instruct techniques and develop branded consumer
  • Facing content and making textile prints with color sense
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Process and submit graphics for submission in a timely manner.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas for upcoming campaigns or projects.
  • Determined size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy to develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos and internet websites.
  • Utilized expertise and current best practices to verify quality of images, content and brand compliance.
  • Created compelling visual presentations for clients, resulting in successful pitches and new business opportunities.
  • Translated trends into concepts and solutions relevant to brands, product categories and channels.

Customer Service Associate/ Library Services- Part Time

Quaid-e-Azam Library
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assisted customers in locating books and online materials.
  • Managed the check-in and check-out process at the front desk.
  • Sorted and shelved books according to their categorization and library standards.
  • Registered new customers and maintained up-to-date customer profiles.
  • Typed detailed reports as required and performed other library-related tasks.
  • Assisted in organizing and running library programs for individuals from different cultural and age groups.
  • Conducted clerical tasks such as maintaining files, ordering supplies, and sorting mail.
  • Handled disturbances in the library and maintained a calm environment.
  • Managed circulation, cataloguing, and facilitated inter-library loans using the integrated Library System.
  • Ensured accuracy in cataloguing and inventory management while juggling multiple priorities.
  • Contributed to projects aimed at modernizing library services and improving efficiency.
  • Assisted a large volume of customers daily with a positive attitude, focusing on customer satisfaction.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, ensuring positive feedback and satisfactory outcomes.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge and provided accurate information to customers.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to reduce wait times and improve service.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Utilized internal software and tools to meet customer needs and resolved issues promptly.
  • Handled billing and payment issues by following guidelines and resolving disputes.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.

Creative Designer

Jubilee Textile Pvt. Limited
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Contribute to and take pride in our brands’ strong reputation for craft pattern accuracy and customer friendly designs
  • Creative thinking and custom designing
  • Create multiple color ways of existing designs, and arrange layouts in the CAD and Photoshop
  • Create textile patterns for the fabrics.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas for upcoming campaigns or projects.

Education

Bachelor of Textile Designing -

Pakistan Institute of Fashion And Designing
01.2015

Skills

  • Computer Proficiency
  • Communication Skills
  • Adobe Creative Suite ( photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, logo creation )
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adaptability
  • Data Entry
  • Office Equipment
  • Technical Report
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Able to work independently and as a team
  • Proficient in reading and writing English
  • Layout Design
  • Transactions
  • Expert product knowledge of Apparel and Fashion
  • Knowledge of proper cash handling
  • Scheduling
  • Excel
  • Financial Analysis
  • Time management
  • Large cash/check deposits experts
  • Client interaction
  • Customer Engagement
  • Customer consultations
  • Professionalism and Etiquette
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Client Retention Strategies
  • Consultative Selling

References

Available on request

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Client Advisor

Royal Bank Of Canada
10.2022 - 11.2023

Customer Service Associate

Zara
01.2022 - 01.2022

Creative Designer Team Lead

Maria B Officials
01.2019 - 01.2021

Sales and Customer Experience Representative

Maria B Officials
01.2019 - 01.2021

Creative Designer

Warda Textile
01.2016 - 01.2018

Customer Service Associate/ Library Services- Part Time

Quaid-e-Azam Library
01.2016 - 01.2018

Creative Designer

Jubilee Textile Pvt. Limited
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Textile Designing -

Pakistan Institute of Fashion And Designing
Huda Saleem