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Education
Skills
Languages
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Mikela Cangonji

Mikela Cangonji

Oxford,CT

Summary

A Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising. I have a strong passion for the subject of business, particularly in fashion, but open to other opportunities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced with customer relationship management, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Utilizes persuasive communication techniques to drive sales and foster customer loyalty. Track record of effectively collaborating with team members to achieve sales objectives and maintain positive store environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5

Years of retail experience

1
1

Year of accounting experience

2
2
Language

Work History

Temporary Sales Associate

Hermes
11.2024 - 11.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.

Intern

Grey Lark Showroom
Chicago, IL
2023.06 - 2023.09
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Accountant

Market Accounting
Glen Ellyn, IL
2021.09 - 2022.09
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Brought errors to near-zero in reporting, payroll administration and general bookkeeping.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.

Boutique Associate

Aritzia
10.2019 - 12.2021
  • Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring optimal stock availability for customer demand.
  • Worked closely with management to implement effective merchandising strategies that maximized sales opportunities within the store space optimally utilized.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Improved boutique''s visual appeal with regular merchandise displays updates, attracting more customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, creating a pleasant shopping experience for patrons.
  • Handled merchandise returns professionally, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Studies

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
2022.09 - 2024.05

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Can work well with others
  • Good customer service
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel
  • Critical Thinking and Analysis
  • Monthly and Annual Journal Entries
  • Financial Statements
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Time management
  • Excellent people skills

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Albanian
Native or Bilingual

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hours

Timeline

Temporary Sales Associate

Hermes
11.2024 - 11.2024

Intern

Grey Lark Showroom
2023.06 - 2023.09

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Studies

Columbia College Chicago
2022.09 - 2024.05

Accountant

Market Accounting
2021.09 - 2022.09

Boutique Associate

Aritzia
10.2019 - 12.2021
Mikela Cangonji