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Kelsey Jenson

NE Minneapolis,USA

Summary

Results-oriented professional well-versed in project coordination and process improvement. Known for driving initiatives that streamline operations and enhance productivity. Proven ability to foster teamwork and adapt to evolving project needs with focus on achieving objectives, both on site and virtually. Self-sufficient learner at Crown that has consistently assisted in reaching revenue goals, across three individual roles, while building lasting relations with customers, vendors, and between multiple departments. Previously worked for Rasmussen University's online enrollment, abruptly moving to remote work within two weeks of starting. Within two months, matched results of others, then went on to leading one third of the national team for Fall enrollments of 2020, resulting in senior status. Natural leader with eight years of experience in driving team successes through coaching and training of individuals and groups of 15+ people at Victoria's Secret. Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others in both supervisory and support staff roles and customer/vendor relations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Marketing Specialist

Marriott International, Inc.
Remote
02.2025 - Current
  • Develop and execute targeted marketing campaigns to enhance brand awareness and customer engagement
  • Create and maintain informational PowerPoints and virtual brochures, showcasing the latest news across 30+ brands
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging across all platforms
  • Utilize digital assets to build promotional videos used internally, on social media, and during conventions

Warehouse Solutions Representative

Crown Lift Trucks
Champlin, MN, USA
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Analyzed site surveys of customer warehouses to address storage/product flow inefficiencies, suggested/created solutions, and sold product needed for new and/or additional layout
  • Site surveys include walking the floor with customer management, reviewing product flow, storage techniques, employee safety, and SKU quantities. Surveys require detailed measurements of overall warehouse spacing, aisle spacing, forklifts/equipment, pallet/load sizes, and existing racking/shelving, then creating AutoCAD design of existing layout and suggested new design for storage and product flow
  • Upon creating new designs, reached out to vendors across the country, comparing price and quality of all required materials and labor to build design, then compiled most competitive Crown quote to end-user, based on the customer's priorities (lead times, cost, quality, safety, etc.)
  • Presented finalized quote to customer, breaking down materials, labor, and freight pricing along with custom storage designs
  • While quoting new potential projects, managed existing ones by following up on material deliveries, auditing paperwork to ensure accuracy in production across multiple vendors, signed off approval on engineered drawings, coordinated deliveries to arrive upon strict schedules, and worked with the city for permitting, as needed
  • Contributed $3.2 million in sales for an overall year's goal of $5.1m across two branch locations in 2024.
  • Partnered with various vendors across multiple industry categories, generating & maintaining strong relationships as a distributor - this included scheduling meetings and training from vendors to visit Crown branch, as well as offering pricing and quality feedback to vendors

Sales Coordinator

Crown Lift Trucks
Champlin, MN, USA
01.2021 - 06.2023
  • Processed account manager, account rep, and warehouse solution sales; including but not limited to: sourcing equipment, placing new orders, spec checking, service prep, logistics coordinating, invoicing, accounts receivable, assisting in project management
  • Advised on potential new hires by attending interviews, describing daily tasks, asking follow up questions, and meeting with management to discuss
  • Trained in new hires within the department primarily by demonstrating tasks, advising direction, and creating reference materials

Rental Coordinator

Crown Lift Trucks
Champlin, MN, USA
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Learned and managed fleet of 11 different types of forklifts, each type containing a fleet of 15+ units
  • Communicated with the service department to order regular maintenance for fleet and discussed appropriate work orders and costs, keeping in line with internal anticipated costs
  • Coordinated rental agreements though maintaining communication between the sales reps and customers, delivering expected equipment when needed and generating invoices upon delivery
  • Assisted in exceeding rental budget and revenue for 2021

Admissions Advisor

Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN, USA
03.2020 - 07.2021
  • Actively recruited and managed prospective students through efficient and persistent outreach and communication
  • Maintained consecutive quarterly enrollments of 20 students resulting in revenue exceeding $150,000
  • Worked interdepartmentally with Financial Aid, Records, Advising and Admissions to effectively prepare students in multiple facets for education

Category Manager

Victoria's Secret
Fargo, ND, USA
05.2016 - 12.2019
  • Interviewed and trained merchandising team members; delivered monthly and yearly reviews for team of 10
  • Identified individuals with leadership potential to mentor resulting in promotions throughout district
  • Point person for district of 7 stores for merchandising training, demonstrating to all new management expected standards and strategies
  • Contributed personally to overall sales, maintaining a daily set sales goal per shift of $1,000

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Project Management
  • AutoCAD
  • Sales Force
  • Strategic Selling
  • Employee/Vendor Relations
  • Training & Development
  • Prioritization
  • Business Analysis
  • Adaptability
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Recruitment
  • Communication
  • Graphic design
  • Sales expertise

Timeline

Freelance Marketing Specialist

Marriott International, Inc.
02.2025 - Current

Warehouse Solutions Representative

Crown Lift Trucks
06.2023 - 10.2024

Rental Coordinator

Crown Lift Trucks
07.2021 - 12.2021

Sales Coordinator

Crown Lift Trucks
01.2021 - 06.2023

Admissions Advisor

Rasmussen University
03.2020 - 07.2021

Category Manager

Victoria's Secret
05.2016 - 12.2019