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Amanda Steenwyk

Grand Rapids

Summary

Dynamic Sales Leader with a proven track record at Little Green Apple Hallmark, excelling in revenue generation and customer retention. Skilled in developing training programs and implementing strategic sales plans, enhancing team performance and customer loyalty. Strong communicator with exceptional organizational skills, driving successful outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Leader

Little Green Apple Hallmark
Kentwood, MI
09.2022 - Current

-Provides exceptional customer service through active listening, extensive product knowledge, and positive communication.

-Builds and maintains customer relationships and loyalty using strong customer service and complaint resolution skills.

-Effectively handles store operations including product replenishment and merchandising, point-of-sale functions, processing shipments, managing inventory, fulfilling Hallmark.com orders, and preparing the store for opening and closing.

-Increases sales revenue by implementing strategic sales plans and monitoring marketing trends.

-Develops training programs to improve staff performance.

Sales Associate

Little Green Apple Hallmark
Kentwood, MI
10.2021 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards to promote brand image and increase sales.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accuracy in cash handling.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and improve customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Developed promotional displays and organized seasonal events to drive foot traffic and boost sales performance.

Estimating Assistant

Dejager Construction
Wyoming, MI
01.2007 - 03.2009

-Assisted in preparing detailed cost estimates and proposals for construction projects.

-Coordinated and streamlined communication between building department staff, landlord representatives and internal office staff for every project.

-Reviewed and generated project contracts.

-Applied for, managed, and maintained insurance required for both construction projects and licensing, including Workers’ Compensation, Liability and Disability insurance.

-Applied for and maintained state and local licenses.

-Maintained organized records of estimates, revisions, and correspondence for reference and auditing purposes.

Receptionist

Dejager Construction
Wyoming, MI
06.2006 - 01.2007

-Managed front desk operations, including greeting guests and directing a high volume of phone calls to the appropriate recipient.

-Coordinated communication between clients and construction teams to streamline project updates.

-Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing correspondence for project tracking.

-Implemented office organization systems, improving workflow and accessibility of documents.

-Organized and planned company holiday parties.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, Michigan, MI
03-2024

BBA - Management

Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
04-2010

Skills

  • Relationship management
  • Customer retention
  • Revenue generation
  • Business development
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Sales Leader

Little Green Apple Hallmark
09.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Little Green Apple Hallmark
10.2021 - Current

Estimating Assistant

Dejager Construction
01.2007 - 03.2009

Receptionist

Dejager Construction
06.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University

BBA - Management

Davenport University