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Jessica Jackman

Brantford,ON

Summary

Energetic, with a solid understand of the retail market & vast customer service experience. Friendly, kind, punctual with an eye for details and the ability to learn quickly. Leadership skills and able to take and follow direction with a team or individually

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Softmoc Shoe Rack
01.2023 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations and inventory to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.

Seasonal Sales Associate

Christmas Spirit
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Customized Christmas ornaments as per customer requests

Framing Specialist

Michael's
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Demonstrated expertise in handling delicate art pieces while performing framing duties, preserving the integrity of each item entrusted to my care.
  • Addressed customer concerns regarding framing choices while maintaining a professional and helpful demeanor, fostering positive relationships with clients that led to repeat business.
  • Assisted clients with their framing needs, offering personalized recommendations based on individual preferences and budget constraints.


Junior Assistant Manager

La Vie En Rose
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Set individual sales goals for employees and assisted in motivating the team to achieve these goals
  • Completed online orders, and backroom organization in a timely manner
  • Successfully selling products and engaging with customers on the sales floor

Supervisor

Boathouse
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Coached and instructed the team to increase sales, resolved conflicts, provided direction
  • Customer service, open & closed store
  • Moved merchandise to the sales floor and created displays

Front Office Receptionist

West Brant Animal Hospital
01.2018
  • Greeted customers, scheduled appointments for 5 Veterinarians and 7 technicians
  • Provided clerical support, created correspondence, opened mail and distributed accordingly
  • Accepted payment, processed payments
  • Answered phones, provided clinic information, directed calls

Key Holder

Justice Tween Brands
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Customer service, advised on sales and promotions
  • Maintained orderly stockroom, created visual marketing displays
  • Cash, balanced till

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, ON
05-2025

Veterinary Office Management, Certificate -

Mohawk College
Brantford, ON
01-2018

High School Diploma -

St. John's College
Brantford, ON

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Efficient with high level of accuracy
  • Experienced in retail
  • Cash handling experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Approachable
  • Compassionate
  • Administrative skills

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Softmoc Shoe Rack
01.2023 - Current

Seasonal Sales Associate

Christmas Spirit
11.2021 - 12.2022

Framing Specialist

Michael's
01.2021 - 09.2021

Junior Assistant Manager

La Vie En Rose
01.2020 - 01.2021

Supervisor

Boathouse
01.2018 - 01.2019

Front Office Receptionist

West Brant Animal Hospital
01.2018

Key Holder

Justice Tween Brands
01.2015 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

St. John's College

Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

Veterinary Office Management, Certificate -

Mohawk College
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