Experienced Sales Associate

MEHEK JAMIL

SUMMARY

Driven Small Business Owner and Business Management student with excellent business acumen, creativity, and leadership skills. Offers experience in developing marketing strategies, identifying business opportunities, and generating sales in the retail industry; as well as organizational skills and effective problem-solving experience in POS systems and a fast-paced retail environment, prioritizing the needs of a customer under company policies and procedures. Ability to actively listen and learn new skills with attention to detail. WORK EXPERIENCE

Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.

Advertised products and services online through social media to target ideal consumers.

Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.

Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.

Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.

Small Business Owner, Océan de Fils Feb 2021 - Present ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Technical Skills: Photographic Editing, Business Marketing, Sales Promotion, Strategize Business Plans, Customer Service, Website Designing, Creativity in Arts, Fast-paced Retail Experience, Advising Experience, Attention to Detail, Excellent Communications Skills (Written & Verbal) Languages: English (native fluency)

Awards/Activities: Member of the National Society of High School Scholars for Academic Excellence, Dean’s List for Costello College of Business (Fall 2023, Spring 2024) Beauty Advisor, Ulta Beauty Gainesville

Strong ability to assess and understand customer needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated sales and customer service experience. Proficient in providing personalized beauty advice and recommendations.

Ability to stay updated on current beauty trends and techniques. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment. April 2024 - August 2024

5521 Hillsman Farm Lane, Haymarket, VA 20169 • 571-***-**** • *******@***.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehek-jamil-022085298

Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long- term goals and strategies.

Designed small business website and social media marketing page.

Proficient in using POS systems and cash handling. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve customer issues effectively.

Knowledge of product promotion and sales techniques. Compliance with company policies and procedures.

Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

EDUCATION

George Mason University

Costello College of Business; Fairfax, VA

Pursuing Bachelor’s Major in Business, Concentrating in Business Management Minor in Environmental Science & Policy

Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success 3.97 GPA

Expected Graduation - May 2027

Relevant Coursework

Business and Society - Fall 2023

Used real-world scenarios and case studies to implement business concepts for effective solutions

Fundamentals of Communications - Spring 2024

Gained experience in confident verbal communication to productively share information

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