C Hughes

Sales Stylist - Snooty Frox - Harrogate

(2025-05)

Delivered an exceptional, highly personalised styling service for a prestigious luxury occasionwear boutique, advising discerning clients on couture and high-end designer collections.
Built trusted, long-term relationships with an exclusive clientele, providing expert guidance on style, fit, and occasion dressing to ensure an outstanding customer experience.
Drove individual sales performance through proactive client outreach, appointment-based consultations, and an intuitive understanding of luxury fashion trends.
Collaborated with the buying team to provide client feedback, supporting informed stock selection and ensuring the boutique's offering remained perfectly aligned with customer demand.
Maintained exceptional visual merchandising standards, presenting collections in a manner befitting the boutique's luxury positioning.

Fine Jewellery Sales Specialist - Berry's Jewellers - Leeds

(2017 - 2023)

Consistently achieved and exceeded personal sales targets, driving measurable revenue growth through expert product knowledge and tailored client consultations.
Built and maintained an extensive portfolio of high-value clients, delivering bespoke service that fostered long-term loyalty and repeat business.
Spearheaded boutique events and private viewings, coordinating seamlessly with luxury suppliers and ensuring flawless execution from concept to completion.
Elevated the store's visual identity through innovative merchandising strategies, increasing dwell time and contributing directly to improved conversion rates.
Partnered with bespoke service providers to expand the store's offering, enhancing customer satisfaction and brand prestige.

Senior Sales Specialist - Boodles - London

(2015 - 2017)

Cultivated a distinguished client base for one of the UK's most prestigious independent jewellers, driving repeat business through proactive engagement and personalised service.
Negotiated complex pricing and bespoke commissions, ensuring mutual satisfaction and nurturing long-term client partnerships.
Collaborated closely with management to refine sales strategies, contributing to measurable increases in individual and team performance.
Managed CRM data with precision, providing actionable insights to support targeted marketing and client retention programmes.
Hosted exclusive client events and private appointments, reinforcing the brand's luxury positioning and expanding the high-net-worth prospect pipeline.

Store Manager - Annoushka - London

(2010 - 2015)

Directed all aspects of store operations for this acclaimed contemporary jewellery brand, consistently exceeding sales targets through inspirational leadership and strategic planning.
Implemented and optimised CRM strategies to strengthen client relationships, boost brand loyalty, and support data-driven marketing campaigns.
Leveraged sales analytics to refine store identity, improve stock management, and maximise marketing effectiveness.
Championed a culture of excellence by identifying, developing, and recognising top talent, resulting in reduced staff turnover and elevated team performance.
Drove sustained sales growth through compelling visual merchandising and targeted promotional initiatives.
Conducted regular performance reviews, ensuring alignment with brand standards and consistent delivery against commercial objectives.

Wholesale Sales Manager - Aviv Jewellery - London

(2008 - 2010)

Managed wholesale stock levels and demand forecasts, developing seasonal strategies that improved sell-through rates and reduced surplus.
Analysed market trends to inform inventory decisions, driving improvements in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Cultivated strong trade client relationships and enhanced brand visibility at key Irish trade shows and industry events.
Collaborated with agents across multiple territories to align training programmes and ensure consistent market readiness.

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