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Heather Zielinski
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Heather Zielinski

Realtor
Minneapolis,MN

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

SalespersonSenior Executive AdministratorSales ManagerLogistics ManagerRegional Director of Sales and Operations

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Minneapolis, MN, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$75000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany Culture401k match

Summary

Dynamic Salesperson with a proven track record at Coldwell Banker, excelling in negotiation and client relations. Leveraging strong market knowledge and persuasive communication, I consistently achieve optimal outcomes for clients, enhancing their real estate experience. Recognized for problem-solving skills, I foster lasting relationships and drive successful transactions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Salesperson

Coldwell Banker
07.2023 - Current
  • Represent clients in buying and selling properties by actively prospecting for new leads, conducting property showings, negotiating contracts, managing client relationships, and ensuring a smooth real estate transaction.
  • Negotiate offers, counteroffers, and contract terms on behalf of clients to achieve the best possible deal.
  • Met with potential clients to assess needs, budget, and desired property features, ensuring tailored representation in the market.
  • Conduct property viewings, answer client questions, and host open houses to showcase properties to potential buyers.
  • Prepare and market properties for sale by capturing professional photos, crafting detailed descriptions, and leveraging online platforms to maximize buyer interest.
  • Coordinate with title companies, lenders, inspectors, and other parties involved in the transaction to ensure a seamless closing process.
  • Stay informed about local market trends, property values, and industry regulations to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Fostered long-term client relationships through exceptional customer service, proactive communication, and consistent follow-up.

Senior Executive Administrator

KAMCO
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Crafted key PowerPoint presentations for executive meetings with Costco, generated sales reports, and developed Excel inventory tracking systems for informed decision making.
  • Wrote the company handbook signed off by legal, CEO, and COO.
  • Coordinated with logistics team to plan alternative 3PL means for PPD shipments to distribution centers during carrier issues.
  • Conducted weekly team meetings with Costco and producers for future production planning that used my reporting to plan weekly.
  • Resolved gaps in inventory accounting from a major WC producer by reconciling the tracking system, resulting in credit gains of one million dollars.
  • Isolated problem regions and collaborated with operations and Costco buyers to mitigate potential shortages by allocating orders through the inventory system I created during weekly meetings.
  • Resolve Costco member complaints, surpassing expectations to fulfill customers expectations. This ranged from electronic gifting to letter and product replacements sent directly to customers.
  • Executed special assignments for the executive team, leading programs such as the healthy lunch initiative.
  • Communicated with stakeholders by sending emails on behalf of the team, ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support including scheduling, meeting planning, travel arrangements, mail routing/distribution, data entry, transcribing, proofreading, photocopying, scanning/imaging, document preparation, and filing.

Education

Business Administration -

UAA
Anchorage, Alaska
01.2025

AAS -

Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN
01.2004

Skills

  • Strong Negotiation
  • Ability to close
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Exceptional Client Focus
  • Active Listening
  • Market Knowledge
  • CRM expertise
  • MLS expertise
  • IDX expertise
  • Reporting
  • Data Analysis
  • Operations
  • Customer Service
  • Social media skills
  • Website management
  • MS Office skills
  • WMS expertise
  • SPS expertise
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • SPS expertise
  • Communication

Certification

Project Management Institute Member, 2019
SHRM, 2020
30 CE Credits and 5 proctored License Exams, 2025

References

  • Maggy Zawasky, Coldwell Banker/ VP, 612-701-6064, maggie.zawasky@cbburnet.com
  • Sean Kelley, Client, 651-206-9267, seanscotkelley@gmail.com

Strength Finder

  • Achiever
  • Command
  • Individuation
  • Learner
  • Communication

Custom Section 1

  • Tenacity
  • Discernment

Timeline

Salesperson

Coldwell Banker
07.2023 - Current

Senior Executive Administrator

KAMCO
01.2018 - 12.2022

Business Administration -

UAA

AAS -

Normandale Community College

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