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Receptionist
Katherine Neisen

Katherine Neisen

Designer
Tonawanda,NY

Summary

I can offer an opportunity for company growth. I have very keen and sharp skills that will bring value to your team. I learn extremely quickly, work methodical and can follow detailed instructions at ease. I can take initiative to complete tasks at hand and offer assistance with any project or dilemma in front of me. I’m unlike any other person you will encounter because I live and breathe business and growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Dressmaker and Custom Clothing Design

Divine Visions NF -Self
Tonawanda, NY
03.2019 - Current
  • Demonstrated excellent problem solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges related to garment construction tasks .
  • Kept up-to-date with current fashion trends in order to provide creative options for clients' requests.
  • Focused on meeting deadlines while still maintaining quality craftsmanship standards in every piece created.

Sewing and Wheatgrass Grower

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
Tonawanda, NY
09.2016 - Current
  • Managed personnel assigned to work in greenhouses or nurseries where specialized plants are grown under controlled environmental conditions.
  • Organized sprouting, growth and harvesting
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency in labor management and resource utilization.
  • Worked alongside seamstress to do alterations and clothing repair
  • Drafted out sewing patterns and custom designs for specialty projects and custom clothing

Warehouse Inventory Control (Hospitality Division)

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
Tonawanda, NY
09.2011 - 03.2016
  • Implemented new technologies such as RFID scanning systems into the warehouse environment in order to increase efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for the receiving, stocking, picking and shipping of products.
  • Analyzed current processes and systems in order to recommend solutions that would improve workflow.
  • RFID setup and precision control of inventory (tourism and hospitality division)

Real Estate Agent

Realty USA - Carmen J. Laurendi
Grand Island, New York
02.2006 - 08.2008
  • Responded promptly to client inquiries via phone or email.
  • Generated leads through networking activities such as cold calls and referrals from past clients.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements and contracts with buyers and sellers.

Buyer

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
Sanborn, New York
09.2001 - 08.2006
  • Assisted in developing sourcing plans by researching new products and suppliers that meet organizational requirements.
  • Created reports on supplier performance metrics such as quality, delivery times and cost savings initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities.

Education

N/A

Skills

  • Pattern Making
  • Design Interpretation
  • Fabric measurement and cutting
  • Measurement accuracy
  • Flipping properties
  • Customer service excellence
  • Excellent sales experience
  • Excellent People skills

Timeline

Dressmaker and Custom Clothing Design

Divine Visions NF -Self
03.2019 - Current

Sewing and Wheatgrass Grower

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
09.2016 - Current

Warehouse Inventory Control (Hospitality Division)

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
09.2011 - 03.2016

Real Estate Agent

Realty USA - Carmen J. Laurendi
02.2006 - 08.2008

Buyer

Smokin Joes Tobacco Shop
09.2001 - 08.2006

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