Mahine Stern
San Diego,CA
Summary
I am a dedicated worker with foundational knowledge in Criminal Justice and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and studies. I demonstrate strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. I am prepared to start my career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Candle Maker
Maison Duquesne
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Implemented eco-friendly practices in sourcing materials, contributing towards sustainable business operations.
- Retrieved and transported material and supplies to and from work area and locations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing, unique candle designs tailored to clients'' preferences.
- Improved overall production efficiency by optimizing the wax melting process, reducing waste and increasing output.
- Enhanced product durability through thorough testing of various wick types and sizes, ultimately selecting the optimal choice for each design.
- Collaborated with sales team to establish successful marketing strategies for custom-made candles, resulting in increased revenue.
Sales Associate/Lead Merchandiser
Sun Diego Boardshops
10.2020 - 11.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Handled cash register operations and customer transactions to process payments.
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Maintained store visual standards by setting up window and interior displays to merchandising guidelines.
- Processed and stocked merchandise in accordance with store standards.
Brand Representative and Stock Associate
Abercrombie And Fitch
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Organized and stocked merchandise to keep necessary levels for sales demand.
- Communicated product value, quality and style to educate and entice potential customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases.
- Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better assist with any need.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing pallets.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Stock Associate /Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs
- Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans
- Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories
- Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking
- Helped customers complete purchases, including processing payments and bagging items
- Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information
- Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count
- Communicated effectively with members of public in often crowded and noisy environments
- Updated signage to reflect current prices and help promote target merchandise
- Verified invoices against delivered merchandise to check shipment accuracy
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized
- Assisted customers by carrying packages and bags and securing purchases in vehicles
- Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing
- Assessed floor displays to determine which merchandise required restocking
- Pleasantly helped customers by finding requested items, boosting store revenues and improving retention rates
Youth Mentor
Father Joe's
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect or threats identified
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians through being kind and there to listen
- Assisted youth with daily activities, including homework assignments, sports and fitness, art and literacy
Education
High School Diploma -
La Jolla High School
High School Diploma -
Cathedral Catholic High School
Associate of Science -
San Diego Mesa College
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Santa Barbara City College
05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SDSU
05-2025
Paralegal Certification -
SDSU
06-2025
Skills
- Shelving of products
- Customer relationships
- Cleaning procedures
- Stocking
- Computer literate
- Shipment processing
- Bilingual in French
- Moderate Spanish and Italian
- Motivated team player
- Customer service-oriented
- Accurate money handling
- Cash register familiarity
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Customer-oriented
- People-oriented
- Friendly demeanor
- Active listening skills
- Skilled problem solver
- Opening and closing procedures
- Detail-oriented
- Goal-oriented
- Retail sales
- Sales experience
- Continuous learning mindset
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Volunteer Work
- Homelessness Outreach
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
Timeline
Candle Maker
Maison Duquesne
01.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate/Lead Merchandiser
Sun Diego Boardshops
10.2020 - 11.2022
Brand Representative and Stock Associate
Abercrombie And Fitch
08.2019 - 12.2019
Stock Associate /Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
05.2018 - 10.2018
Youth Mentor
Father Joe's
05.2016 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Cathedral Catholic High School
Associate of Science -
San Diego Mesa College
High School Diploma -
La Jolla High School
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Santa Barbara City College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SDSU
Paralegal Certification -
SDSU
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