MEKII KAUAPIRURA
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Sales Associate (New York University Bookstore)
Follett Corporation
New York, NY
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Supported merchandising and customer service functions across the bookstore
- Assisted customers on the sales floor through routine supervision, ensuring product availability and prompt support
- Managed stockroom operations such as inventory processing and receiving, documenting inventory data, sensoring, fitting room maintenance, generating labels, pick and pack, damage inspection, and back stocking
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve service offerings
- Maintained BOH quality and utilized FIFO to ensure accuracy of inventory records
Part-Time Event Specialist
Advantage Solutions
Brooklyn, NY
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Orchestrated promotional events at BJ's Wholesale Club to drive interest and engagement in various food products
- Analyzed post-event data in order to measure success metrics such as attendance numbers or ROI generated
- Performed regular maintenance checks on demonstration equipment and ensured it was up-to-date with latest technology advancements
- Conducted surveys with customers to understand their needs and wants related to the product
- Attended trade shows and other marketing events where products were showcased and promoted
Pantry Assistant/Boutique Clerk
The Campaign Against Hunger
Brooklyn, NY
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Recorded customer activity through the boutique's POS system, maintaining efficiency and monitoring discrepancies in transactions
- Promoted the pantry's points system to prospective customers, resulting in 20% boost in new clientele
- Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and safety compliance
- Streamlined productivity through weekly sales reports, increased usage of the pantry's customer database, and managed cash room operations through G4S
Cashier/Service Associate
Rite Aid
Brooklyn, NY
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Organized seasonal displays to promote new products
- Assisted in cash handling, stockroom maintenance, and advertising the company's rewards program to expand customer retention
- Significantly increased rewards program sign ups using the GWP incentive, resulting in 30% increase within a year of employment
- Established strong rapport among consumers by relying on personalized customer service methods
- Encouraged frequent collaboration on store activities with other staff members
Education
BA - Film - Screenwriting
Brooklyn College, CUNY
06.2022
AS - Media Arts
Kingsborough Community College, CUNY
08.2018
Skills
- Customer relations
- Operations
- Data entry
- Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Adaptability
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate (New York University Bookstore)
Follett Corporation
10.2022 - 03.2025
Part-Time Event Specialist
Advantage Solutions
07.2020 - 08.2022
Pantry Assistant/Boutique Clerk
The Campaign Against Hunger
09.2018 - 05.2020
Cashier/Service Associate
Rite Aid
02.2016 - 07.2018
BA - Film - Screenwriting
Brooklyn College, CUNY
AS - Media Arts
Kingsborough Community College, CUNY