Joseph Arena
Hopkinton,Massachusetts
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales & Recruiting
Black Diamond Networks
Lincoln , RI
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Managed full-cycle recruitment process from sourcing candidates through onboarding new hires.
- Developed and implemented strategies to identify potential clients, build relationships, and secure new business opportunities.
- Established partnerships with internal departments to ensure successful candidate placement.
- Reviewed resumes and conducted initial phone screens with prospective candidates.
- Organized interviews between hiring managers and qualified applicants.
- Maintained an active database of current and past candidates for future openings.
Sales Associate
Winn Water Works.
Concord , NH
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a computerized system.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to recommend improvements in service quality.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Butcher's Apprentice
A. Arena & Sons
Hopkinton , MA
2015.01 - Current
- Cleaned, trimmed, and prepared meats for sale or storage.
- Stocked shelves with fresh meat products and kept them organized.
- Operated a variety of equipment to cut, grind, slice and package meat products.
- Weighed, labeled and priced product for sale in the store.
- Assisted customers in selecting cuts of meat that best fit their needs.
- Maintained a sanitary work environment by following food safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with other staff members in order to ensure smooth operation of the business.
- Engaged in suggestive selling and other sales techniques via in-store intercom and one-on-one customer contact.
Grounds Worker
American Climbers
Hopkinton , MA
2021.05 - 2022.08
- Maintained grounds of commercial property by removing and pruning trees and shrubs.
- Operated power equipment such as chippers, trimmers, blowers and chain saws in a safe manner.
- Performed minor repairs on tools and equipment as needed.
- Inspected grounds for any potential hazards or safety issues.
Sales Club
Bryant University
2022.09 - Current
- Participated in sales workshops and training sessions during club meetings
- Participated in on and off campus events (ex: volunteering, networking events, and sale competitions
- Practiced roleplaying and sale pitches with other group members and peers
- Conducted market research and other mock workshops
Education
Undergraduate - Marketing
Bryant University
Smithfield, RI05.2025
IDEA Program - Project Management / Team Building
Bryant University
01.2022
Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Machinery Maintenance
- Customer Service
- Sales
- Forklift Operation
Accomplishments
- Jan 2022 IDEA Program
Collaboration is at the core of my professional approach, and I thrive in group settings where collective synergy leads to exceptional outcomes. Throughout the IDEA, I consistently demonstrated a keen ability to foster collaboration, leveraging diverse skills and perspectives to achieve shared goals. My commitment to open communication, active listening, and adaptability has not only facilitated seamless teamwork but has also been instrumental in elevating team performance.
Timeline
Sales & Recruiting
Black Diamond Networks
2024.06 - 2024.07
Sales Associate
Winn Water Works.
2023.05 - 2023.08
Sales Club
Bryant University
2022.09 - Current
Grounds Worker
American Climbers
2021.05 - 2022.08
Butcher's Apprentice
A. Arena & Sons
2015.01 - Current
Undergraduate - Marketing
Bryant University
IDEA Program - Project Management / Team Building
Bryant University
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