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CV for retail

  • 16-11-2009 9:27am
    #1
    Zascar
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 12,781 Mod ✭✭✭✭


    I'm helping someone with their CV to get a job in Brown Thomas. They have plenty of Retail experince plus languages which I know they are looking for. The thing is I don't really know what you need to have on a cv for the retail industry etc, so I need some help

    Is there anyone here who could give me some pointers? Or even send me an example of a cv for working in retail (personl info removed of coruse)

    I would really appreciate it, thanks . emial:
    info at zascar dot com
    Cheers
    Z


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  • #2
    Fukuyama
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,023 ✭✭✭Fukuyama


    Here's what they're looking for in retail:

    Good with people so mention if he/she is in clubs/ voluntary work etc...
    good numeracy skills
    basic computing (so she's not afraid of a cash register) just mentioning that she is good on coms will be fine

    and experience!! :p


  • #3
    KarlDrake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 150 ✭✭KarlDrake


    People who work in BT need to be into Fashion. Not just, "i wear clothes" but be able to talk about the latest catwalk stuff if the role is to deal with the buying public.
    I used to know someone in a similar role and they were on commission as well as basic, so they need to be able to demonstrate that they know what they're talking about.
    Bags and shoes and such.
    Not my, erm, bag but each to their own.

    PM me if you'd like some more details.
    Thanks,
    K


  • #4
    Rayne
    Closed Accounts Posts: 423 ✭✭Rayne


    I worked in BT's, so have a few (hopefully) helpful pointers!

    No. 1 (And I can't stress this enough) Customer Service! It is so so important! To earn Brownie (no pun intended!!) points meantion 5 star customer service! Customers are very important to BT!

    No. 2 Know fashion. Be genuinely interested because they do ask questions about why you want to work with it. To say 'I like nice clothes' isn't enough, I would suggest they have a good look at their current stock and pick out favourite pieces! Mention them in the interview! Also, mention complimenting pieces i.e 'the floral DvF dress would look great with the Kurt Geiger's shoes'
    In the CV, mention previous brands that they've worked with especially if they have them instore also.

    No. 3 Link-selling is very important (Suggesting tights or shoes to match the €300 dress their about to buy)

    I'll send you a copy of my CV, its not amazing, but it'll give you an idea.

    Is the position for Christmas or is it a permanent position?

    If they get an interview and are successful, they'll have a second 'Store Approval' interview, usually with the HR or/and Store Manager.


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