Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
LANGUAGES
Timeline
HYGIENE & SANITATION STANDARDS
CUSTOMER INTERACTION (PRIORITY)
SOCIAL MEDIA & BEAUTY ENGAGEMENT
AVAILABILITY
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & CONSULTATION
BEAUTY EXPERIENCE & ARTISTRY
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SADENA HAQ

Fremont

Summary

Dynamic beauty and cosmetics professional with a proven track record of driving sales and delivering exceptional customer experiences at Macy’s. Recognized for creating welcoming environments that empower clients through tailored product recommendations addressing unique concerns and lifestyle needs. Committed to advancing the MAC Cosmetics department by leveraging artistry, education, and hygiene excellence while fostering strong client relationships. Reliable and upbeat team player, skilled in promoting customer loyalty and satisfaction through consultative techniques, with a keen ability to identify opportunities for improvement in fast-paced settings.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate (Seasonal → Ongoing)

Macy’s
11.2025 - Current
  • Consistently supported and met sales goals through personalized service, product education, and relationship-based selling
  • Successfully opened multiple Macy’s credit accounts by clearly explaining value and tailoring conversations to customer needs without pressure
  • Promoted loyalty programs, promotions, and 12 add-on products in a natural, customer-first manner
  • Recognized for diligent and exceptional service through positive customer interactions and customer survey feedback
  • Delivered confidence-building consultations by actively listening, identifying needs, and recommending suitable products
  • Proactively assisted customers seeking cosmetics guidance, resulting in highly satisfied purchases and direct verbal feedback encouraging placement within the MAC Cosmetics department
  • Fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for customers and teammates, contributing to positive team culture
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor aligned with brand and hygiene standards
  • Utilized POS systems and digital tools efficiently to enhance the overall customer experience

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Managed all opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Managed medication inventory, ensuring availability of all necessary drugs.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and medication inventories
  • Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.

Education

Associate of Arts - Introduction to Business, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting

Ohlone College
Fremont, CA
05-2027

Real Estate Coursework - Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Property Management, Real Estate Practice, Financial Accounting

Ohlone College
Fremont, CA
01-2026

Pharmacy Technician Professional Certificate - Pharmaceutical Medicine

Penn Foster College
Chandler
07-2023

High School Diploma -

American High School
Fremont, CA
05-2020

Skills

  • Customer engagement strategies
  • Tailored product suggestions
  • Individualized advisory sessions
  • Achieving sales targets
  • Customer loyalty development
  • Customer-focused sales techniques
  • Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
  • Upholding professional guidelines
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Consistently met and supported daily sales goals through relationship-driven selling and personalized product recommendations
  • Successfully opened multiple Macy’s credit accounts by clearly explaining benefits and aligning offers with customer needs
  • Recognized by customers for exceptional service through positive survey feedback and verbal commendations
  • Delivered confidence-building beauty consultations that resulted in highly satisfied purchases and repeat customer interest
  • Assisted customers seeking cosmetics guidance across departments, receiving direct feedback recommending placement within the MAC Cosmetics department
  • Identified opportunities to improve the customer experience during high-traffic periods by streamlining consultations and maintaining floor readiness
  • Supported inventory accuracy by restocking products, organizing displays, and ensuring testers and shades were readily available
  • Adapted quickly to POS systems, digital tools, and promotional updates to maintain efficient service without interrupting client engagement
  • Fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for customers and teammates, contributing to postive team culture and collaboration

Certification

  • State-certified / licensed Pharmacy Technician
  • PTCB national — Pending
  • CPR Certification (Adult, Child, Infant)

LANGUAGES

English — Fluent
Farsi (Dari) — Fluent
French — Conversational
Spanish — Conversational

Timeline

Sales Associate (Seasonal → Ongoing)

Macy’s
11.2025 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
06.2023 - 10.2024

Associate of Arts - Introduction to Business, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting

Ohlone College

Real Estate Coursework - Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Property Management, Real Estate Practice, Financial Accounting

Ohlone College

Pharmacy Technician Professional Certificate - Pharmaceutical Medicine

Penn Foster College

High School Diploma -

American High School

HYGIENE & SANITATION STANDARDS

  • Maintains strict hygiene practices including clean hands, sanitized tools, and clean work surfaces
  • Understands proper brush cleaning and disinfection protocols
  • Avoids double-dipping and follows professional product handling standards
  • Prioritizes cleanliness and professional presentation to protect customer safety and uphold brand integrity

CUSTOMER INTERACTION (PRIORITY)

  • Approaches clients confidently and warmly to initiate genuine conversations
  • Listens attentively to customer concerns and preferences before making recommendations
  • Explains product benefits clearly and honestly to build trust
  • Creates a comfortable, inclusive experience where customers feel seen, supported, and confident in their decisions

SOCIAL MEDIA & BEAUTY ENGAGEMENT

  • Actively engages with beauty content on TikTok and social platforms to stay current on trends, techniques, and product launches
  • Uses social media as an educational tool to observe application styles, ingredient discussions, and evolving customer preferences

AVAILABILITY

Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & CONSULTATION

  • Knowledge of skin types: dry, oily, combination, sensitive
  • Familiar with common skin concerns including acne, texture, aging, and hyperpigmentation
  • Foundational understanding of skincare ingredients such as retinol, niacinamide, SPF, and exfoliating acids
  • Practices accurate shade matching fundamentals by considering undertone, lighting, and skin depth
  • Recommends products based on skin needs, lifestyle, and comfort level rather than trend-driven selling

BEAUTY EXPERIENCE & ARTISTRY

  • Performed makeup applications for friends and family, including event-focused looks, emphasizing skin preparation, shade matching, and personal style preferences
  • Applies foundational artistry techniques to enhance natural features while prioritizing comfort, confidence, and wearability
  • Studies and practices skincare routines across different skin types, testing products and observing results to inform recommendations
  • Understands the importance of proper skin preparation prior to makeup application to improve finish and longevity
SADENA HAQ