Sharon Stead
Chandler,Arizona
Summary
I am interested in utilizing my extensive experience in sales, design and customer service to expand the aesthetic profile of a high-quality organization. Being an industrious person with an assertive personality, I seek an opportunity where my skills and talents will allow me to work toward meeting company goals and client demands.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales / Design / Project Manager
Airpark Signs & Graphics
10.2008 - Current
- Developed & implemented project designs & budgets to ensure a successful installation.
- Monitored project progress, identified potential delays & took corrective action as needed.
- Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
- Managed design & production process to align with specifications & budget.
- Engaged with construction team to meet life safety requirements at each site.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on design & production status to clients.
- Visited sites to survey prior to production & oversee installation.
- Coordinated sub-contractors for installation as required.
- Arranged shipping & delivery to sites for installation.
Design Assistant
The Construction Zone
02.2008 - 10.2008
- Assisted in identifying client requirements in order to design functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle & budget.
- Created CAD drawings to present design concepts to clients.
- Analyzed feedback from clients to refine design concepts.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting layouts & specifications to clients.
- Ordered samples from vendors for client presentations.
- Visited job sites to take notes & field measure prior to design implementation.
- Handled communication with clients by answering telephone calls & responding to emails.
Project Director
Directline Hospitality
03.2003 - 02.2008
- Prepared client proposals.
- Developed product ordering format to execute orders.
- Monitored production & quality to meet expectations.
- Tracked production progress, identified issues & took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to clients.
- Verified quality of products to ensure specifications were maintained prior to shipping.
- Coordinated all deliveries to client specified locations.
- Hired & managed sub-contractors to complete project tasks.
Account Manager, Arizona Territory
MDC Wallcoverings
09.2001 - 02.2003
- Oversaw new business development to generate sales & negotiate client pricing.
- Fostered lasting relationships with clients through effective communication & quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty & expanded client base.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment.
- Met clients to review current & new products to expand sales opportunities.
- Achieved company-defined sales quotas.
- Fielded customer complaints, worked to resolve issues to reach optimum result.
- Recommended products based on customer needs, product specifications & applicable regulations.
Designer / Showroom Manger
Poliform Airzona
08.1999 - 08.2001
- Determined personalized needs, tastes & design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Utilized CAD drawings to aid in planning & installation.
- Created 2D & 3D drawings using proprietary software to communicate design intent.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations & goals.
- Documented items needed & placed accurate orders.
- Oversaw product delivery & installation for all projects.
- Coordinated with sub-contractors and suppliers for smooth installation.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to not only maintain but to extend relationship for future business opportunities.
Interior Designer
Mary Butzke Associates
02.1998 - 08.1999
Interior Designer
Phoenix Design One
03.1997 - 02.1998
Interior Designer
Goodmans
05.1995 - 03.1997
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Goal-Driven
- Budget Conscious
- Deadline Focused
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Time Management & Multitasking Strengths
- Proficiency with Furniture Systems
- ADA Compliance Knowledge
- Excellent Attention to Detail
- MS Office & CADD
Timeline
Sales / Design / Project Manager
Airpark Signs & Graphics
10.2008 - Current
Design Assistant
The Construction Zone
02.2008 - 10.2008
Project Director
Directline Hospitality
03.2003 - 02.2008
Account Manager, Arizona Territory
MDC Wallcoverings
09.2001 - 02.2003
Designer / Showroom Manger
Poliform Airzona
08.1999 - 08.2001
Interior Designer
Mary Butzke Associates
02.1998 - 08.1999
Interior Designer
Phoenix Design One
03.1997 - 02.1998
Interior Designer
Goodmans
05.1995 - 03.1997
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Philadelphia University
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