Jay Galarza
North Aurora
Summary
Proactive professional with a solid background in office administration and project coordination. Skilled at managing administrative tasks and maintaining accurate records to promote effective workflow. Aiming to leverage strong communication skills to enhance team collaboration and support business objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Coordinator
State of Illinois-Department of Human Services
08.2022 - Current
- Support daily office operations by managing administrative tasks, documentation, and scheduling
- Coordinate communication between staff and departments to ensure smooth workflow
- Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information with professionalism
- Assist with organization, data tracking, and general office support in a fast-paced environment
- Strengthen time management, communication, and multitasking skills through daily responsibilities
- Managed scheduling and logistics for departmental meetings, ensuring timely communication and resource availability.
- Coordinated office operations to enhance workflow efficiency and support team productivity.
Commercial Sales Manager
AutoZone
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Led sales team to achieve revenue targets through effective training and mentoring strategies.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans, enhancing customer acquisition and retention efforts.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion and pricing adjustments.
- Strengthened relationships with key accounts, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management and streamline operations.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, leading to long-term business growth and increased brand loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois, IL05-2027
No Degree - Automotive Technology
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05-2017
Skills
- Schedule coordination
- Office administration
- Office management
- Customer service
- Administrative support
- Project coordination
- File organization
- Records management
Timeline
Office Coordinator
State of Illinois-Department of Human Services
08.2022 - Current
Commercial Sales Manager
AutoZone
09.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eastern Illinois University
No Degree - Automotive Technology
Waubonsee Community College