Lynn Howes
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Seasoned Sales Coordinator offering 35+ years of solid skills in supporting executives and sales teams. Exceptional organizational skills and resilience to handle challenges of fast-paced professional environment. Strong multi-tasking abilities and a self-motivated personality. I was recently let go due to a Reduction In Force/Re-Organization. Enthusiastic in pursuing a new career opportunity. I have a great work ethic, dedicated, and would like to join your team!
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Coordinator
Staples Contract & Commercial
Raleigh, NC
07.2003 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on behalf of sales teams.
- Prepared and edited business review presentations.
- Requested reports on behalf of sales teams and customer success coordinators.
- Formatted/customized/consolidated multiple weekly and monthly reports.
- Created and reviewed expenses for assigned AVP’s and their direct reports.
- Assisted with Onboarding and Terminations of sales, including I-9 process.
- Processed Check Requests, Invoice Submissions and submitted forms for New Expense Vendor Setup and ACH setup.
- Provided forms assistance such as W9’s, Certificate of Insurance, PDF conversions to Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Signature coordination through Adobe Sign.
- Assisted with event meeting planning and support for external/offsite meetings. Ordered supplies and reached out to vendors for samples. Processed check requests/invoices for event.
- Managed local sales office, maintained office and breakroom supplies and catalog/literature inventory. Booked conference rooms for onsite meetings, ordered catering and provided set-up/clean-up.
- Assisted with special project requests from manager.
- Participated in team calls 2x weekly and monthly to discuss concerns, assistance with a task, provide/receive useful tips, and review team stats.
Assistant Marketing Manager
Corporate Express, Inc.
Newark, CA
01.1993 - 01.2003
- Direct supervision of 2 employees and supported a team of 80+ sales reps and their manager. As manager, direct supervision of 5 employees plus 90+ sales reps and their manager. As supervisor, direct supervision of 6 employees and 100+ sales reps and their manager.
- Coordinated all Quarterly Sales Meetings and company-wide events.
- Member of the Safety Committee and Employee Moral Committee.
- Designed and implemented We Want You Back Program to regain inactive account business.
- Prepared proposals, bids, presentations, order forms, letters, labels, flyers, and Excel spreadsheets.
- Assisted with recruiting, hiring, and training sales reps.
- My roles included Marketing Support, Marketing Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Assistant Marketing Manager.
- (Far West, BT Office Products via merger and acquisition)
Admin Asst/Data Entry & Purchasing Clerk
Eastman Office Supplies
Union City, CA
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Tasks consisted of filing, data entry, bill, and copy requests.
- Faxing and receiving all correspondence and distribution to personnel.
- Microfiche documents and assist mailroom staff.
- Responsible for relieving the switchboard operator for breaks and lunch.
- Provided support for Accounts Receivable and a variety of administrative duties.
Dietary Assistance
Crestwood Rehabilitation & Convalescent Hospital
Fremont, CA
06.1987 - 03.1989
- Responsible for set-up and clean-up.
- Responsible for patients’ proper food intake.
- Assisted staff cook in preparation of meals.
- Part-time while attending high school
Education
Ohlone Jr. College
Fremont, CAundefined
Washington High School
Fremont, CASkills
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
- Salesforce
- MicroStrategy
- Organization
- Time Management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Sales Coordinator
Staples Contract & Commercial
07.2003 - 01.2026
Assistant Marketing Manager
Corporate Express, Inc.
01.1993 - 01.2003
Admin Asst/Data Entry & Purchasing Clerk
Eastman Office Supplies
01.1989 - 01.1992
Dietary Assistance
Crestwood Rehabilitation & Convalescent Hospital
06.1987 - 03.1989
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Washington High School
Ohlone Jr. College