Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Languages
Additional Information
Websites
References
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Sarah MacDonald

Sarah MacDonald

Tokyo, Japan

Summary

Results-driven Area Manager with extensive experience in overseeing operations, leading teams, and enhancing customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments. Skilled in project management, staff training, and problem-solving, with a commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards. Known for adaptability and a strong work ethic, with a focus on achieving company goals and driving continuous improvement.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager and Location Head

KOA Japan
Tokyo
04.2020 - Current

-Conducted regular studio inspections to uphold safety standards.
-Investigated customer complaints promptly, identified root causes, and implemented corrective actions.
-Professionally resolved employee and customer conflicts, enhancing workplace harmony.
-Ensured that staff adhered to company policies related to cash handling, project quality, and procedures.
-Organized promotional activities, such as special events
Collaborated with other departments, such as Human -Resources, or Marketing, on initiatives related to Area Management duties.
-Managed staffing arrangements and resolved area-specific issues efficiently.
-In charge of training and mentoring new staff in the area.
-Experienced with PIP's, leading interviews, and contract signings.
-Experienced in problem-solving and able to maintain a calm demeanor under pressure.
-In charge of the studio budget and ensuring each location had what was needed to run effectively.
-Enforcing company policies and standards.
-Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
-Oversaw monthly budget allocation, ensuring adequate resources and maintaining quality.
-In charge of maintaining sign-ups at the location, customer support with parents, and making innovative and fun displays.
-Allocated tasks among team members and implemented superior strategies to ensure project success.
-Forecasted, scheduled, and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
-Devised and implemented solutions for project risks, ensuring adherence to quality and timelines.
-Created team objectives with specific goals outlined for each individual.
-Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
-Drove continuous improvement of the project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
-Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with one another.
-Provided guidance on the implementation of new policies and procedures in stores.
-Conducted periodic reviews of inventory levels and product mix in stores.
-Scheduled regular meetings with store teams to discuss objectives, performance metrics, and customer feedback.
-Analyzed financial data such as sales reports, budgets, and payroll records to identify areas of improvement.
-Reviewed staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage at all times in stores.
-Oversaw the recruitment process for new staff members, including interviewing and training.
-Worked with multiple departments on projects related to Area Management duties.
-Evaluated schedules, orders, and forecasts to plan processes and meet timetables.
-Implemented training initiatives to coach staff on best practices and protocols for enhanced profitability.
-Revitalized underperforming teams, and transformed profitability and productivity through targeted training.

Digital Content Creator Full Time and Part Time

Health Soaps Bath and Body
Newcastle
01.2013 - 12.2020
  • Involved in public relations of the company and engaged with various people with different backgrounds
  • Assisted with the formula creation for bath products
  • Created and edited labels and sensitive company documents
  • Help to proof read and create monthly and yearly newsletters and marketing advertisements
  • Created advertisements aimed at target audiences
  • Applied knowledge of natural beauty products to ensure optimal correlation of product and customer skin type
  • Proposed creative ideas to engage followers with different content types and formats.
  • Curated content for social media platforms.
  • Gathered information from staff to produce relevant content based on current activities and organization updates.
  • Posted original content to client website, updating pages to align with current branding strategies.
  • Utilized editing and photography tools to enhance storytelling.
  • Posted useful, creative and timely content on social media, blog and website.
  • Assessed data gleaned from social media activities and campaigns and made suggestions to improve effectiveness.
  • Created engaging, brand-relevant content for social media channels.
  • Researched industry trends and developed original ideas for content topics.

Ticket Agent Festival Circuit

Toronto International Film Festival
Toronto
08.2019 - 09.2019
  • Assisted customers with ticketing inquiries and purchase of tickets.
  • Processed reservation changes and cancellations for customers.
  • Answered phone calls from customers regarding films, tickets, and other related queries.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
  • Took reservations from patrons by phone or online.
  • Used TIFF software programs to assist customers in buying tickets.
  • Work quickly and effectively to ensure customers could get the tickets they desired.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Film Major And English Minor

Queen's University
Kingston, ON
06.2017

Skills

  • Detail Oriented
  • Project Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Team Collaboration
  • Staff Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Safety Protocol
  • Staff Training and Mentoring
  • Client Rapport
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Project Development and Lifecycle
  • Cost Reduction and Containment
  • Workforce Training
  • Complex Problem Solving

Interests

  • learning Japanese
  • Watching films and playing video games
  • Yoga
  • Reading books and listening to music
  • Baking and trying new recipes
  • Visiting coffee shops and museums

Languages

  • English: Native level
  • French: Basic
  • Japanese: Basic

Additional Information

  • NLS Lifeguard (2012)

References

References available upon request.

Languages

English
Native language
Japanese
Beginner
A1

Interests

Yoga

Baking

Going to Coffee shops

Timeline

Area Manager and Location Head

KOA Japan
04.2020 - Current

Ticket Agent Festival Circuit

Toronto International Film Festival
08.2019 - 09.2019

Digital Content Creator Full Time and Part Time

Health Soaps Bath and Body
01.2013 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Film Major And English Minor

Queen's University
Sarah MacDonald