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Donna Rose

Island Lake,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in sales support, office management, and administrative roles across various industries. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency, managing customer relationships, and supporting sales teams to achieve their goals. Adept at multitasking and maintaining a positive work environment while ensuring timely delivery of products and services.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Manager & Sales Administrator

Eurogerm KB
10.2014 - Current
  • First person hired for French business in the USA, Eurogerm. Set up all office systems and files.
  • Managed office operations, ensuring smooth daily activities and efficient workflow.
  • Built the business from the ground up. Institute departments for HR, accounting, customer records, logistics, invoices & payables that I handled.
  • Worked with leadership and sales to build a strong foundation for the business / built long-term relationships with new customers
  • Support the team by tracking orders, invoicing, processing paperwork, and maintaining the customer relationships
  • Organize trade show registrations, hotel accommodations, and transportation logistics for special events in the organization
  • Plan and organize special events, luncheons, dinners, meetings

Executive Assistant to VPs

United Stationers Supply Company, Fortune 500
01.2006 - 01.2014
  • Worked for 5 VPs in Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Security, and Safety
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments to optimize time management.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Participated in Sigma training and organized team-building events
  • Acted as the head liaison for Habitat for Humanity initiatives, coordinating community outreach days with the 500 employees
  • Oversaw office supply inventory, implementing cost-effective purchasing strategies to reduce expenses.

Administrative Assistant to Risk Manager

Central Texas Blood & Tissue Center
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Assisted in various projects, including installing generators, clean room scheduling and negotiated purchase of 20 vehicles to transport donor specimens
  • Managed 2 maintenance employees
  • Initiated a maintenance request program, and conducted safety training for employees
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced administrative errors and increased overall productivity.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.

Education

Business Management

Roosevelt University
Arlington Heights, IL

Skills

  • Sales Support & Administration
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Office Management & Organization
  • Event/Meeting Planning & Coordination
  • Data Entry & Record Keeping
  • Vendor Management
  • Adaptable Self Starter
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational skills
  • Clear oral/written communication
  • Business administration
  • Meeting planning
  • Facility management
  • Contract negotiations
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Texas Real Estate License
  • Notary Public

Additional Information

  • Authorized to sign company checks. Had open credit card with $80,000 limit.
  • Experience in managing contracts for utilities and services.
  • Proficient in various office management software and customer relationship management systems.

Timeline

Office Manager & Sales Administrator

Eurogerm KB
10.2014 - Current

Executive Assistant to VPs

United Stationers Supply Company, Fortune 500
01.2006 - 01.2014

Administrative Assistant to Risk Manager

Central Texas Blood & Tissue Center
01.2002 - 01.2005

Business Management

Roosevelt University

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