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Heather Vandermost

Lakewood

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented professional with experience supporting sales leadership, managing customer relationships, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. Known for being reliable, adaptable, and easy to work with, with a strong ability to stay organized and handle multiple priorities at once. Comfortable working independently while also collaborating across teams, and quick to learn new systems and processes. Looking to continue growing in a role where I can contribute to team success and support overall business growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales and Accounting Support

Vital Pack
Signal Hill, CA
06.2024 - Current
  • Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the VP of Packaging Sales and General Manager, ensuring alignment across sales initiatives and business priorities
  • Serve as a key liaison between customers and internal teams, supporting communication, issue resolution, and overall customer experience
  • Manage and maintain CRM system (HubSpot), ensuring accuracy of customer data, contact records, and sales activity tracking
  • Coordinate onboarding for new QCS members and packaging sales representatives, including training, system setup, and process guidance
  • Conduct regular customer check-ins and support ongoing account management through project coordination and follow-up
  • Monitor sales performance and activity reports, delivering updates and insights to support decision-making
  • Oversee customer inquiries, sample logistics, and follow-ups to ensure timely and professional service
  • Support sales operations by organizing meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating travel for leadership
  • Assist with special projects and strategic sales initiatives to drive business growth and improve processes
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support packaging programs and ensure successful execution of customer-facing initiatives

Additional Accounting Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily support to Controller, assisting with financial operations and reporting
  • Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Reconcile invoices, purchase orders, and vendor statements
    Maintain organized financial records and assist with monthly and year-end close processes

Vice President Ways and Means

Los Alamitos High School Show Choir
Los Alamitos, CA
07.2023 - 06.2025
  • Directed social media campaigns, developed marketing materials, executed in-person fundraisers and served as articulate, enthusiastic and visible spokesperson.
  • Produced materials to highlight program offerings and reach new donors.
  • Organized fundraising events such as drives, community events, auctions.
  • Collaborated with board members to develop innovative ways to solicit funds from potential donors.
  • Identified creative approaches to increasing awareness of the organization's mission among potential donors.
  • Provided support throughout the entire donation process including thank you letters and emails.

Special Education Instructional Aide

Los Alamitos Unified School District
Los Alamitos, CA
06.2018 - 06.2024
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs.
  • Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials.
  • Collaborated with school and district personnel to ensure appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities.
  • Helped implement Individualized Education Plans.
  • Instructed small groups of students on specific skills or topics as directed by the teacher.
  • Maintained records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
  • Observed student activities to identify areas needing improvement or reinforcement.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
  • Monitored students' progress in skill and personal behavioral development and reported on findings to teachers and parents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Calvery Chapel of Downey
Downey, CA
06-2003

Skills

  • Sales Operations & Administrative Support
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM – HubSpot)
  • Account Coordination & Customer Engagement
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Organization & Time Management
  • Attention to Detail & Accuracy
  • Problem-Solving & Follow-Through
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
  • Quickbooks

Timeline

Sales and Accounting Support

Vital Pack
06.2024 - Current

Vice President Ways and Means

Los Alamitos High School Show Choir
07.2023 - 06.2025

Special Education Instructional Aide

Los Alamitos Unified School District
06.2018 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Calvery Chapel of Downey

References

  • Krista Foster (562)900-9420 Teacher for Los Alamitos Unified School District
  • Jason Ferrier (562)225-6100 Los Alamitos Show Choir President
  • Jenny Platt (562)243-5091 Personal Friend