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SalesAssociate

Karel Bammes

Buena Vista,CO

Summary

Highly experienced administrative assistant known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results. Highly motivated Outdoor Retail Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Recreational Equipment Inc.
Denver, CO
10.1984 - 04.2014
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Pinnacle Medical Insurance
Lakewood , Colorado
09.2006 - 09.2008
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
  • Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
  • Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
  • Supported room reservations, agenda preparation and calendar maintenance for programs, meetings and events.
  • Maintained staff directory and company policy handbook for human resources department.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.

Administative Assistant

TRC Consultants
Littleton , CO
04.1993 - 09.1995
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.

Administrative Relocation Specialist

Chef America
Greenwood Village, CO
02.1991 - 03.1993
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
  • Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
  • Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
  • Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
  • Answered phone calls and messages for 4-administrative managers scheduling appointments and handling inquiries.

Otolaryngology Administrative Assistant

Children's Hospital Colorado
Denver , CO
06.1988 - 09.1990
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
  • Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Supported room reservations, agenda preparation and calendar maintenance for programs, meetings and events.

Administrative Assistant/Public Safety Officer

AEGISS Environmental Consulting
Denver, CO
05.1985 - 06.1987
  • Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
  • Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
  • Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members.

Education

No Degree - Environmental Law

Universtity of COlorado
Denver

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts, Geology, Health/Recreation, Education

Western State College
Gunnison, CO
05.1965

Skills

  • Retail Loss Prevention
  • Product Recommendations
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Stocking and Receiving
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Sales Expertise
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Speaking Clearly
  • Checking Inventories
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Confidentiality and Data Protection

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Enjoy road biking, hiking, XC-skiing and snowshoeing in Arkansas River Valley.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Pinnacle Medical Insurance
09.2006 - 09.2008

Administative Assistant

TRC Consultants
04.1993 - 09.1995

Administrative Relocation Specialist

Chef America
02.1991 - 03.1993

Otolaryngology Administrative Assistant

Children's Hospital Colorado
06.1988 - 09.1990

Administrative Assistant/Public Safety Officer

AEGISS Environmental Consulting
05.1985 - 06.1987

Sales Associate

Recreational Equipment Inc.
10.1984 - 04.2014

No Degree - Environmental Law

Universtity of COlorado

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts, Geology, Health/Recreation, Education

Western State College

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