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Katharina Saghi

San Francisco,CA

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

IKEA
07.2023 - Current
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of marketing initiatives to promote store events and special promotions.
  • adjusting pricing strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Answered customer questions about products, and merchandise care.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at point of purchase.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.

Sales Associate

Banana Republic
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.

Technical Recruiter

Contracted
01.1998 - 04.2023
  • Utilized various online and offline sources to find talented technical candidates and prepare for screening process.
  • Increased candidate placement rates by implementing comprehensive sourcing strategies and maintaining relationships with passive talent.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to identify and source technical talent for multiple industries.
  • Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
  • Provided exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, resulting in positive feedback and referrals.
  • Championed diversity initiatives in the workplace through inclusive recruitment practices that promoted equal opportunities for all candidates.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency, utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting software.
  • Interviewed candidates using different interview methods and approaches.
  • Coordinated interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth selection process from start to finish.
  • Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and align talent acquisition strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
  • Established long-term partnerships with clients by consistently delivering high-quality talent matches tailored to their specific needs.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Retail Management

Fridhemsplan
Stockholm Sweden

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA

Timeline

Sales Associate

IKEA
07.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Banana Republic
10.2022 - 06.2023

Technical Recruiter

Contracted
01.1998 - 04.2023

Associate of Arts - Retail Management

Fridhemsplan

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

College of San Mateo

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