Jalen Barber
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Wake Forest University, excelling in vendor management and negotiation, achieving a 10% cost reduction. Skilled in project management and verbal communication, I foster strong relationships and lead teams effectively, driving success in diverse environments. Proficient in Adobe Suite and social media marketing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
Charlotte, NC
10.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Planned and conducted activities for balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time, providing students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Vendor Management Specialist
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Coordinated communications between internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors to secure competitive pricing and terms and reduced expenses by 10%.
Sales Representative
Spectrum
Charlotte , NC
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Built strong rapport with customers and maintained meaningful contact after sale to encourage future business.
Administrative Assistant Intern
Wake Forest University
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed data entry tasks into various databases as needed.
- Prepared, proofread, and edited correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other documents.
- Organized meetings and conferences by preparing agendas and making necessary reservations.
Social Media Manager
Divine Sports & Ent
Winston-Salem
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Engaged with and responded to online audience through relevant comments.
- Wrote and uploaded quality posts for client's various social media pages, improving overall traffic and increased their followers by 65%.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management, Sport Communication
Winston- Salem State University
05.2023
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Social media marketing
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Trained in Adobe Suite
- Budget management
- Skilled in Microsoft office
Timeline
CTE Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
10.2024 - Current
Vendor Management Specialist
Wake Forest University
05.2023 - 10.2024
Sales Representative
Spectrum
05.2023 - 08.2024
Administrative Assistant Intern
Wake Forest University
09.2022 - 04.2023
Social Media Manager
Divine Sports & Ent
08.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management, Sport Communication
Winston- Salem State University
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