Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Safa Dawood

Richmond,TX

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at David's Bridal as a Sales Consultant and Bridal Stylist, excelling in customer loyalty and market expansion through technical product education. Demonstrated ability to move dynamically and lead from the floor, effectively addressing the needs of the business, team, and guests. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, adept at handling multiple projects with high accuracy. Versatile professional with experience in various roles, showcasing exceptional adaptability.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Deloitte
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.

Founder

Sweets by Safa
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Established authentic relationships with 100+ customers and increased sales by 80% by marketing new and existing desserts using professional digital content on social media
  • Developed and integrated a business tracking system for inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer invoices.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.


Sales Consultant / Bridal Stylist

David's Bridal
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Cultivated and nurtured lasting relationships with 60+ customers, while maintaining a positive and engaging shopping experience
  • Efficiently addressed and resolved customer issues and concerns, ensuring maximum satisfaction and seamless shopping experience
  • Met 90% of targeted commission goals on a weekly basis ensuring high sales goals and profitability for the given store location.
  • Greeted customers, assisted with product questions, selections, and purchases, and helped complete transactions, ensuring a seamless shopping experience.
  • Established vendor relationships to access timely services and support events, enhancing overall customer service and satisfaction.
  • Improved recreational programming based on feedback from customers and employees, enhancing engagement and participation.
  • Maintained a clean sales floor, straightened merchandise, and ensured displays were presentable, fostering an inviting shopping environment.
  • Used the POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions.
  • Supported efficient replenishment of sales floor merchandise, ensuring product availability and organization.

Lead Teaching Instructor

Mathnasium
12.2019 - 09.2021
  • Designed over 300 lesson plans tailored and conducted assessments quarterly to track progress for grades K-12, both online and in person
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
  • Shifted and administered over 100 students to online learning applications during Covid- 19
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.

Education

BBA - Business Administration

University of Houston
Houston, United States
12.2023

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Achieved weekly sales quota by exceeding the sales/transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Employee of the Month, April - June 2020, Mathnasium

    Star Sales, July - August 2021 - David's Bridal

Languages

Urdu
Professional Working
Circassian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Intern

Deloitte
06.2022 - 07.2022

Sales Consultant / Bridal Stylist

David's Bridal
06.2021 - 09.2021

Founder

Sweets by Safa
01.2021 - 06.2022

Lead Teaching Instructor

Mathnasium
12.2019 - 09.2021

BBA - Business Administration

University of Houston
Safa Dawood