Helen Lundy
@helenlundy
Experienced retail and sales leader driving customer loyalty and store performance.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven retail and sales professional with a track record of progressing from entry roles to store management across furniture and specialty retail. I excel at building customer relationships, upselling, and improving store operations to increase turnover.
During my tenure as Assistant Store Manager and later Store Manager, I led daily operations, negotiated with vendors, managed budgets, and implemented promotions that improved sales and profitability. I have hands-on experience with inventory control, merchandising, and staff coordination.
More recently, I worked as a Syspro Store Manager & Sales Consultant and an Appointment Setter, where I used CRM systems, data analysis, and personalized outreach to improve appointment conversion and lead management. I bring strong communication, time management, and analytical skills to every role.
I am adaptable, team-oriented, and proactive, with a customer-service focus and a commitment to continuous improvement. I seek roles where I can lead teams, optimize operations, and contribute to measurable business growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Appointment Setter
Vons Consulting
Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 (5 months)
Managed and tracked leads using CRM, implemented follow-up procedures and personalized outreach that improved appointment-to-conversion rates. Analyzed appointment data to identify trends and refine scheduling processes.
Syspro Store Manager
GoodKnight Bedding
Oct 2023 - May 2024 (7 months)
Developed and managed in-store promotions and inventory procedures to increase sales and optimize stock levels, while overseeing budgets and daily operations to maintain profitability. Leveraged customer feedback to implement service improvements and boost repeat business.
Store Manager
Born Manufacturing
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year)
Promoted from sales consultant to store manager; managed vendor relationships and negotiated pricing to achieve cost savings and improved product offerings. Oversaw store operations and drove sales performance through merchandising and staff coaching.
Debt Collector
Baily Haynes Inc
Jan 2020 - Aug 2020 (7 months)
Contacted defaulting debtors via phone and email to secure payments and managed escalation to legal counsel for unresolved accounts. Maintained documentation of collection efforts and payment plans.
Sales Consultant
Leather Gallery
Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 (3 months)
Sold furniture to retail customers, prepared quotations and handled orders and payments, while managing floor stock and contributing to store layout to drive sales.
Sales Consultant
Plus 10 Discount Furnishers
Dec 2018 - Mar 2019 (3 months)
Assisted customers with furniture purchases, handled sales administration and supported stock administration and store presentation to maintain customer experience.
Assistant Store Manager
Coricraft
Sep 2011 - Nov 2018 (7 years 2 months)
Progressed from receptionist to assistant store manager, presenting quotations, taking payments and driving upsell strategies to increase average order value and repeat business. Acted as second-in-charge assisting the store manager with operations.
Waitress
Pascali's Restaurant
Feb 2010 - Nov 2010 (9 months)
Took food and drink orders and served customers, providing attentive service to enhance guest satisfaction during shifts.
Cabin Hostess
Rovos Rail
Mar 2009 - Jan 2010 (10 months)
Maintained guest cabins and assisted clients on the train, delivering high standards of cleanliness and guest service consistent with hospitality regulations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
High School (unspecified)
High School Diploma, General Secondary Education
Completed Grade 12 and obtained a High School Diploma in 2008.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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