Culture; Music, Art and Food
Mike Quinn
Interior Design, Sales & Client Relations
Columbia,MO
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with both vendors and team members to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements. strong organizational skills, eager to secure Remote Inside Sales Representative position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Interior Designer
Interior Design Associates
Columbia, Missouri
08.2019 - Current
- Integral to day-to-day operation and maintenance of a small interior design and general contracting firm
- Instrumental in development of space planning concepts, color palette and textile presentations.
- Helped transform uninspiring areas into unique, warm and inviting living spaces using various materials and products.
- Single-handedly managed sales, measure, order and installation of Hunter Douglas proprietary window treatment systems.
- Consistently increased Hunter Douglas window treatment sales yearly
- Created and implemented multiple Hunter Douglas "whole house" automated window treatment systems
- Effectively communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options to clients as well as superiors
- Interfaced daily with contractors, vendors and manufacturers to resolve issues and discuss ideas to best suit client needs.
- Prepared product and layout proposals for clients implementing taylor-made design concepts.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, artwork, window treatments and various interior design accessories.
- Participated in furniture design, selection and documentation of client specifications.
- Actively listened to client requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Manager/Buyer/Sales Associate
American Shoe
Columbia, Missouri
06.2003 - 08.2019
- Ran day to day operations for a 100+ year old regional footwear retailer.
- Received, dispensed and maintained inventory for three locations.
- Supported needs of management and staff at all locations.
- Performed responsibilities of store manager as well as sales associate.
- Responsible for training and overseeing new sales staff.
- Instrumental in dispensing full computer network upgrades as well as point-of-sale updates over course of employment.
- Played an instrumental role in trend forecasting, buying and product merchandising.
- Submitted purchase orders to vendors with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Documented purchasing information in PRISM point-of-sale software to maintain detailed and accurate records.
- Represented company at national and regional trade shows.
- Maintained a professional rapport with company representatives as well as clientele at all times.
- Drove sales growth overall, particularly in mens footwear.
Education
One Year Attended - English
Westminster College
Fulton, MO Aug 1998 -
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO 08.1999 - 06.2003
Skills
Design process
Strong analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
Sales trends
Stocking and replenishing
Relationship building
Adapt to diverse groups
Product and service sales
Upselling
Exceptional customer service
Professional demeanor
Sales training
Point of sale operation
Shipment processing
Client Service
Acquiring product knowledge
Excellent people skills
Merchandising understanding
Social perceptiveness
Problem-solving skills
Sales expertise
Complaint resolution
Stock management
Account management
Professional telephone demeanor
Key holder experience
Receiving support
Administrative support
Order fulfillment
Retail store support
Retail materials management
Staff education and training
Recordkeeping strengths
Creative problem solving
Warehousing functions
Interests
Family
Timeline
Interior Designer
Interior Design Associates
08.2019 - Current
Manager/Buyer/Sales Associate
American Shoe
06.2003 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Missouri - Columbia
08.1999 - 06.2003
One Year Attended - English
Westminster College
Aug 1998 -