Sarah LaFontaine
Fenton,MI
Summary
OBJECTIVE
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Starrs' Style Houzz
07.2015 - Current
- Interior Design and decorating for both residential and commercial areas
- Develop interior design concepts and prepare interior systems and finishes
- Produce content for material boards and specification binders for presentation and construction
- Successfully assist clients in choosing furnishings that are consistent with their preferences and budget
- Participate in furniture selection
- Work with marketing team in development of company logo for new start up company
- Manage all receipts and invoices for current budgets on designated projects
- Facilitate many large and small event functions for various charities, weddings and private parties
- Holiday, Wedding and Special Events decorating
Corporate Buyer
Tecstar Automotive
04.2005 - 03.2007
- Buyer for various commodities- Plastics, all class A painted product, die cuts, foams, fasteners, interior and vinyl components
- Development of all specialty vehicle products and concepts
- Handled both new business awards, as well as carry over business and service requirements
- Lead buyer for General Motors and Ford programs
MRO/Production Buyer
Intier Automotive and Magna Interiors
04.2001 - 03.2005
- Buyer for all expandable packaging, totes, and dunnage
- Controlled over 1 million dollars in MRO inventory
- Processed purchase orders for tooling, production materials, spot buys and service orders
- Worked on cost reduction measurements and reported savings on monthly basis
- Knowledgeable on contract negotiation, terms of delivery, shipping methodology and LTA's
Education
Business Administration -
Central Michigan University
Auburn Hills, MI01.2004
General Studies -
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI08-1999
Skills
- Customer relations
- Relationship building
- Dedicated team player
- Beginning to completion project oversight
- Event planning
- Retail sales and management
- Strong design sense
- Time management
- Trade shows
- Concept development
Accomplishments
- Self employed with a successful Interior Design and Decorating company.
- Key involvement on fundraising committees for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the National Kidney Foundation.
- Instrumental on the design and launch of General Motors first Green Gold Lead certified dealership in the United States, LaFontaine Automotive Group.
- Opened and managed Lady La's Boutique and Café within the dealership.
- Previously licensed with the State of Michigan Health department.
- Completion of the Michigan real estate course - with sales agent exam pending.
Timeline
Owner
Starrs' Style Houzz
07.2015 - Current
Corporate Buyer
Tecstar Automotive
04.2005 - 03.2007
MRO/Production Buyer
Intier Automotive and Magna Interiors
04.2001 - 03.2005
Business Administration -
Central Michigan University
General Studies -
Lansing Community College
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