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Mary L. Kolb

Ridge,NY

Summary

Administrative professional with extensive experience in office management and real estate operations. Demonstrated success in optimizing office processes and managing competing priorities. Expertise in facilitating communication among clients, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring operational efficiency and attention to detail.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Manager & Licensed Real Estate Agent

American Way Real Estate
Port Jefferson, NY
12.2019 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support to brokers and office staff, including document preparation, scheduling, data entry, and client communications.
  • Manage real estate transaction files—reviewing contracts, disclosures, and financial documents for accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintain organized logs for offers, contracts, and property status; generate reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinate calendars, appointments, showings, and deadlines to support efficient office operations.
  • Handle vendor communications, create work orders, track progress, and ensure timely completion of REO property preservation tasks.
  • Process and approve contractor invoices, bids, and documentation in line with company and regulatory standards.
  • Maintain accurate records and filing systems for all transactions and field activities.
  • Known for attention to detail, multi-tasking, and clear communication in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Prepare and present comparative market analyses to price homes competitively.
  • List and market residential properties for rent and to sell, generating competitive offers through targeted online and in-person strategies.
  • Negotiate offers, prepare addendums, and ensure timely closings in line with client protocols.
  • Certified as a Buyer Representative (CBR) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES).

Jewelry Business Manager

Macy’s
Bay Shore, NY
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Lead and inspire a team of sales associates to achieve weekly sales goals, and provide excellent customer service.
  • Utilized sales data and strategies to improve results, and recognize team performance.

Director of Merchandise Planning and Allocations

KENNETH COLE
New York, NY
09.2012 - 01.2017
  • Led planning and allocation for 65 outlet stores, with $105M in annual sales.
  • Managed a team of planners and allocators; launched the Maple Lake Planning System.
  • Developed financial plans and presented monthly forecasts (OTB) to executive leadership.

Merchandise Planning Manager (United State & Canada)

THE CHILDREN’S PLACE
Secaucus, NJ
02.2007 - 09.2012
  • Drove U.S. retail planning strategy for 865 stores; collaborated with the merchants on product planning and development.
  • Selected to initiate the creation and management of the Canadian planning division, representing $245 million for 125 stores.
  • Established financial goals at a division/category level, utilizing top-down and bottom-up methods in cost, retail, and unit planning.

Education

BA- History -

STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK At CORTLAND

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe software
  • Outlook management
  • Presentation development
  • Customer relationship management
  • Project coordination
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Sales forecasting
  • Negotiation skills

Certification

  • Licensed Real Estate Salesperson- New York State
  • Certified Buyer Representative (CBR)
  • Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES)

Timeline

Administrative Manager & Licensed Real Estate Agent

American Way Real Estate
12.2019 - Current

Jewelry Business Manager

Macy’s
04.2019 - 03.2020

Director of Merchandise Planning and Allocations

KENNETH COLE
09.2012 - 01.2017

Merchandise Planning Manager (United State & Canada)

THE CHILDREN’S PLACE
02.2007 - 09.2012

BA- History -

STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK At CORTLAND
Mary L. Kolb
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