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Amy Pogorzelski

Schoharie,NY

Summary

Strong Interpersonal Skills. I am comfortable with speaking in front of large groups. I am very attentive and courteous and detail oriented. I am looking for a career shift that will let me pursue my goals. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 10 years of experience working in fast-paced environments including sales and management, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Experienced with client relationship management, negotiation, and sales strategy. Utilizes deep understanding of customer needs to offer tailored solutions and close deals. Track record of achieving high customer satisfaction and long-term client retention.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Sales Consultant

Destination Kia
08.2020 - Current
  • Consistently met sales targets each quarter, resulting in recognition as top-5 performing sales consultant for three consecutive years
  • Developed and maintained a robust client base of over 1000 clients through effective relationship building and exceptional customer service
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential leads and target new business opportunities, resulting in a 20 % growth in the client portfolio
  • Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring favorable terms while maintaining profitability for the company
  • Utilized CRM system to streamline lead management process, increasing efficiency by 25%
  • Attended industry conferences and trade shows to stay updated on market trends and competitor activities, incorporating relevant insights into sales strategies
  • Built strong relationships with key accounts through regular communication and proactive account management initiatives
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and effectively, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars on review platforms

Medical Receptionist

OrthoNY
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Customer service
  • Appointment scheduling and coordinating between doctors offices on rotating schedule.
  • Handling influx of 100 plus patients daily.
  • Inventory and ordering weekly supplies
  • Direct customer service and office skills
  • Ability to multi task and toggle between screens.
  • Liaison between staff and management while adhering to and maintaining strict confidentiality regarding HIPPA
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Electronic Medical Records

Event Coordinator/Head Bartender/Waitress

Strong Interpersonal Skills
04.2019 - 10.2019

Coordinated with vendors for golf events, utilizing social media and checking daily.

Coordinated with vendors for weddings and helped facilitate special requests : catering, flowers, live entertainment and color swatches and decor.

Scheduled clients bookings for weddings and golf league outings with parties up to 100 people.

Organized staff schedules of staff of 40.

Inventory of all supplies including liquor weekly.

Waitress and bartended as needed parties of 40-100



Member Services Manager

BJ's Wholesale Club
08.2014 - 04.2018
  • Scheduling, hiring and reviews of 6 departments of 60 employees including montly trainings and daily morning huddles to outline daily agenda
  • Maintained monthly audits, tracking logs to ensure compliance along with colleagues
  • Cross trained employees to maximize efficiency and counteract short staff production
  • Managed and closed as key carrier to 6 departments
  • Raised moral and department performance -held events to motivate and reward employees weekly
  • Established and administered department goals to improve and boost customer service and raise store surveys


Teacher's Assistant

Whispering Pines Preschool
02.2007 - 06.2014
  • Organized structured activities for small group settings
  • Prepared classroom materials according to planning
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality and NYS education laws

Executive Assistant to CEO

Association Marketing LLC
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Managed office staff of 50 and oversaw ticket sales for promotional events for 3000 people
  • Traveled and promoted assisting in set up of ticket booths, booking conference rooms and hotels for CEO.
  • Handled on site issues , technical issues on web orders and all influx of customer orders on premises during events.
  • Main point of contact for event
  • Updated executive on changing business needs by thouroughly documenting internal and client meetings

Education

Associate - Business Administration, Liberal Arts

Sage Junior College of Albany

Skills

  • Meeting/Event Planning
  • Microsoft Office
  • Negotiation
  • Events management
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Excel spreadsheets

Certification

Driver's License

  • CSP - Certified Sales Professional 5 years
  • CPSP - Certified Professional Sales Elite 2023

Timeline

Professional Sales Consultant

Destination Kia
08.2020 - Current

Medical Receptionist

OrthoNY
04.2019 - 02.2020

Event Coordinator/Head Bartender/Waitress

Strong Interpersonal Skills
04.2019 - 10.2019

Member Services Manager

BJ's Wholesale Club
08.2014 - 04.2018

Teacher's Assistant

Whispering Pines Preschool
02.2007 - 06.2014

Executive Assistant to CEO

Association Marketing LLC
01.2007 - 01.2014

Associate - Business Administration, Liberal Arts

Sage Junior College of Albany
Amy Pogorzelski