Mariah Smith
Eminence,MO
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in business development and staff leadership, notably at Byrne Enterprises. Excelled in budgeting and financial planning, alongside fostering strong relationships, achieving consistent sales targets. Skilled in motivating teams to exceed objectives through effective sales strategies and staff training. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eminence School District
Eminence, MO
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Boutique Owner
Self Employed
Eminence, MO
02.2020 - Current
- Managed financial operations of the boutique, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and timely payment processing to maintain profitability.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms on merchandise orders while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitored sales data to identify trends, optimize pricing strategy, and make informed decisions for future inventory purchases.
- Prepared yearly and quarterly budgets as well as effective strategies to consistently meet financial targets.
- Created comfortable and inviting boutique environment to make customers feel welcomed and happy to make purchases.
Law Office Receptionist
Neal Law Firm
Eminence, MO
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved document organization with efficient filing system maintenance, ensuring easy access to legal records and correspondence.
- Implemented an organized system for tracking billable hours accurately recorded by attorneys throughout the workday period.
- Fostered positive client relationships through exceptional communication skills, attentiveness, and professionalism.
- Facilitated effective communication between clients and legal professionals through accurate message taking and prompt relay of vital information.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly and professionally answering phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Promoted confidentiality by properly handling sensitive information and adhering to privacy regulations within the law office environment.
General Sales Manager
Byrne Enterprises
Eminence, MO
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance on daily basis and implementing improvement strategies.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Implemented effective pricing strategies that balanced profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
- Achieved sales targets consistently by closely monitoring sales performance and adjusting strategies as needed.
Education
Associate Of General Studies - General Studies
Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MOAssociate Of General Studies - General Studies
Missouri State University - West Plains
West Plains, MOSkills
- Staff Training and Supervision
- Sales strategy development
- Business Development
- Budgeting and financial planning
- Team Motivation and Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Staff Management
- Quality Management Systems
- Sales Leadership
- Staff hiring
- Project Management
- Business Management
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eminence School District
07.2023 - 07.2024
Boutique Owner
Self Employed
02.2020 - Current
Law Office Receptionist
Neal Law Firm
07.2019 - 06.2020
General Sales Manager
Byrne Enterprises
08.2017 - 07.2019
Associate Of General Studies - General Studies
Mineral Area College
Associate Of General Studies - General Studies
Missouri State University - West Plains