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Poonam Desai

Gaithersburg,MD

Summary

  • Highly skilled and dedicated professional with diverse experience as a Beauty Therapist, Yoga Therapist, Ayurvedic Therapist, Hair Stylist, and Makeup Artist. Seeking a rewarding opportunity, where I can leverage my extensive knowledge and expertise to provide exceptional customer service. Certified in CPR / AED / First-Aid.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

KC Beauty
Gaithersburg, MD
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.

Beauty Consultant Sales Representative

Sally Beauty Holdings Inc.
Gaithersburg, MD
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided beauty advice and product recommendations to customers.
  • Proactively identified opportunities for cross-selling and upselling to enhance the customer shopping experience and increase average transaction values.
  • Received recognition for consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets, contributing to the overall success of the team and the organization
  • Assisted customers in selecting products based on their individual needs and preferences.
  • Tracked inventory levels of beauty products and restocked shelves when necessary.
  • Handled cash register transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Engaged with customers in a friendly manner to build strong relationships.
  • Consistently maintaining a position as one of the top three sales achievers.

Beauty Therapist

Khushi Beauty Parlour
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Performed skin analysis to determine client needs and advised on suitable treatments.
  • Provided facial massage, facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures for clients.
  • Provided advice on beauty treatments such as facials, body wraps and massages.
  • Greeted customers upon their arrival at the salon and ensured that they were comfortable throughout their visit.
  • Kept up-to-date with new techniques in the beauty industry by attending training courses.
  • Ensured that all health and safety regulations are followed during treatments.
  • Advised customers on how to care for their skin between visits to ensure optimal results from treatments received.

Ayurvedic Therapist

Sharayu Ayurveda & Panchkarma Center
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Performed Panchakarma therapies such as abhyanga, shirodhara, basti, nasya, etc.
  • Assisted physicians in various Ayurvedic therapies.
  • Maintained accurate records of clinical activity and patient history treatments.
  • Utilized a variety of techniques, such as yoga and meditation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
  • Identified environmental factors that may be contributing to each therapy.
  • Participated in regular case reviews.
  • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness throughout practice and while performing treatments.

Education

Certificate - CPR / AED / First-Aid

NationalCPRFoundation
12.2023

Diploma - Beauty Therapy

CIDESCO
12.2022

Diploma - Advance Esthetics

Christine Valmy
New York
2021

Diploma - Ayurveda Therapy Course

Kerala Ayurvedic Center
Kerala, India
01-2012

Certificate - "MADHYAMA YOGA SIKSHA"

The Yoga Institute
Mumbai, India
04-2012

Diploma - Massage Therapy

Tuliip International, GCTA Australia
Mumbai, India
12-2011

Diploma - Spa Therapy

Tulip International, GCTA Australia
Mumbai, India
12-2011

Skills

  • Client Relationship Building
  • Inventory Management
  • Merchandising and Display
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Friendly and Helpful
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Exceeding Customer Expectations
  • Customer Assistance & Customer Service
  • Ability to work with diverse clients and their preferences
  • Flexibility to handle changing schedules and demands

Timeline

Sales Associate

KC Beauty
01.2024 - Current

Beauty Consultant Sales Representative

Sally Beauty Holdings Inc.
09.2023 - 12.2023

Beauty Therapist

Khushi Beauty Parlour
04.2022 - 10.2022

Ayurvedic Therapist

Sharayu Ayurveda & Panchkarma Center
01.2010 - 12.2012

Certificate - CPR / AED / First-Aid

NationalCPRFoundation

Diploma - Beauty Therapy

CIDESCO

Diploma - Advance Esthetics

Christine Valmy

Diploma - Ayurveda Therapy Course

Kerala Ayurvedic Center

Certificate - "MADHYAMA YOGA SIKSHA"

The Yoga Institute

Diploma - Massage Therapy

Tuliip International, GCTA Australia

Diploma - Spa Therapy

Tulip International, GCTA Australia
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