Leslie Mckean
Chanhassen,MN
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in sample management and marketing support at Virginia Tile. Proven track record in enhancing sales team performance through effective project coordination and communication. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, consistently achieving optimal inventory levels and streamlining operations to drive client engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Sample Administrator/Sales Support
Virginia Tile
Plymouth, MN
01.2018 - 05.2025
- Prepared sample packages, marketing collateral, and project literature for client presentations, enhancing the Commercial Sales team's ability to secure potential project wins.
- Streamlined project submittal process and managed sample logistics, including shipment coordination, to support efficient operations and assist the Residential Showroom.
- Organized and maintained the sample stockroom, ensuring optimal inventory levels by timely ordering samples, marketing tools, and literature for both Commercial and Residential needs at the Plymouth location.
Sample Supervisor/Sales Support
Rbc Tile & Stone
Plymouth, MN
08.2010 - 01.2018
- Oversaw the efficient distribution of samples and marketing materials across all company branches, enhancing sales team performance.
- Led the Sample Team in coordinating accurate shipments and developing marketing tools for the company's private label.
- Managed inventory and ordering of samples and collateral, maintaining a well-organized central stockroom.
Showroom Sales Consultant
Rbc Tile & Stone
Plymouth, MN
11.2002 - 08.2010
- Guided residential clients in selecting tiles, enhancing their design choices and meeting specific tile specifications.
- Coordinated the ordering of tile samples for clients while ensuring the showroom display was organized and visually appealing.
- Facilitated client engagement by assisting in tile selection and maintaining an orderly showroom environment.
Interior Design Project Manager
Ambrosia Interior Design
Tustin, CA
11.1999 - 10.2001
Interior Designer
Creative Design Consultants
Costa Mesa, CA
08.1995 - 11.1999
Visual Presentation Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren Retail Corporartion
Costa Mesa, CA
04.1989 - 09.1994
Education
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-1995
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
University of Minnesota
Saint Paul, MN05-1985
Skills
- Sample management and marketing support
- Team leadership and project coordination
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Customer service
Timeline
Sample Administrator/Sales Support
Virginia Tile
01.2018 - 05.2025
Sample Supervisor/Sales Support
Rbc Tile & Stone
08.2010 - 01.2018
Showroom Sales Consultant
Rbc Tile & Stone
11.2002 - 08.2010
Interior Design Project Manager
Ambrosia Interior Design
11.1999 - 10.2001
Interior Designer
Creative Design Consultants
08.1995 - 11.1999
Visual Presentation Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren Retail Corporartion
04.1989 - 09.1994
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Orange Coast College
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
University of Minnesota
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