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Karla MArtinez

Chicago,IL

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Professional/Director’s Assistant

Anthony Marano Company
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - Current
  • Meet and exceed sales metrics for Gross Profit (GP) by effectively pricing and managing customers accounts .
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships thru proactive communication.
  • Track sales data for each customer, identifying opportunities for growth and presenting value added solutions to meet their needs.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure customer orders are completed with the highest quality and on time.
  • Prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines to ensure customers needs are met efficiently.
  • Monitor potential sales opportunities and keep team updated.
  • Oversee office of 3, including managing schedules and ensuring smooth daily activities.
  • Manage Director's calendar by scheduling meeting's.

Account Coordinator/Office Manager

Anthony Marano Company
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed key accounts by reviewing weekly pricing and weekly orders.
  • Communicated directly with customers regarding forecasted changes to regular orders, ensuring transparency and minimizing disruptions.
  • Coordinated with team to review and update monthly pricing to maintain competitive prices for customers.
  • Collaborated with procurement and operations team to forecast and secure new business, driving company growth.
  • Oversaw Research & Development (R&D) projects, ensuring that all departments met deadlines and aligned on project goals.
  • Managed office for a team of 3, ensuring daily work flow and coordinated work schedule.
  • Trained new employees on procedures, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across the team.
  • Implemented new office procedures to streamline and improve overall efficiency.

Order Coordinator

Anthony Marano Company
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Monitored and managed incoming emails, ensuring that customers orders were processed promptly and efficiently.
  • Accurately entered customer orders into the system, ensuring precision and timeliness in order fulfillment.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by answering phone calls, addressing questions, and resolving issues professionally.
  • Communicated directly with production and sales teams to ensure smooth coordination. Of incoming orders and timely deliveries.
  • Issued credits for missing or damaged items, maintaining transparency and trust in customer relationships.

Office Manager

Premium Auto Care
Chicago, IL
04.2015 - 05.2021
  • Managed the garage schedule to ensure timely and efficient vehicle service, keeping mechanics aligned with deadlines and avoiding delays.
  • Scheduled appointments and optimized service work flow, improving overall efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Ordered auto parts at competitive prices, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality, and effectively managed inventory.
  • Communicate service status with customers, providing timely updates and addressing inquires to build strong customer relationships.
  • Priced services accurately and competitively, contributing to revenue growth and maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Processed weekly invoices for purchased car parts and supplies, ensuring timely payments.
  • Man aged utility bills and operational expenses, ensuring all payments were made on time.

Education

High School Diploma -

John F. Kennedy High School
Chicago, IL
06-2011

Skills

Detail-oriented and result-driven professional with strong ability to meet deadlines, execute multiple tasks and communicate effectively with both teams and customers Known for a 'get-the-job-done' attitude I thrive in problem-solving to achieve goals

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sales Professional/Director’s Assistant

Anthony Marano Company
02.2022 - Current

Account Coordinator/Office Manager

Anthony Marano Company
01.2022 - 02.2023

Order Coordinator

Anthony Marano Company
05.2021 - 12.2021

Office Manager

Premium Auto Care
04.2015 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

John F. Kennedy High School
Karla MArtinez