Shiwa Saadat
** ********* ****, ****, *******, L*S-E08
Phone: 647-***-****, Email: ********@*******.***
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a career at a well established organization; where I can utilize
my experience and training.
SUMMARY OF SKILLS:
Exceptional prioritization and problem solving skills
Detail-oriented very organized professional
Outstanding interpersonal skills in dealing with challenging situations
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Thrives in fast-paced and dynamic environments
Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Oracle, Visio and Access
Proficient in various accounting programs such as ACCPAC, ACCPAC Plus for
DOS, MYOB and Simply Accounting
Proficient in Oracle Procurement
Extremely fast learner, enjoys and embraces new challenges
Bilingual; fluent in English and Persian
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Vitality Depot/ Royal Cross, Concord, Ontario Jan 2010 -
Jul 2013
Operations and Logistics Manager
Coordinated interactions among all departments to ensure smooth operation
of business
Managed distributor accounts including capital equipment inquiries
Organized equipment logistics, coordinating all inbound and outbound
shipments using different freight companies internationally
Provided equipment recommendations, quotes, leasing and finance plans for a
new and existing medical service providers
Responsible for all new clinic openings while managing to increase sales
growth
Forecast warehouse inventory and processed mid-range and capital equipment
purchase orders
Provided Product training to new clinics
Exceeded monthly quotas for capital and mid-range medical equipment for
business to business sales
Built a loyal customer base by using a consultative sales approach
Western Digital, Orange County, California 2006 - 2010
Project Coordinator
Managed a wide variety of projects at all levels in and across various
organizational departments, from assignment to completion
Planed, scheduled, monitored, and reported on activities related to the
project
Researched, compiled, and proofread complex documents including letters,
reports, graphs and presentations using document, spreadsheet and graphics
software
Used Oracle to enter, track and submit Capital Asset Requests, Rental
Requisitions and Purchase Requisitions
Proactively influenced customers to apply project planning methodologies
Created communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is
exchanged among key stakeholders
Advised senior management on project management capability and risk
Coached and advised team members to accomplish project goals, to meet
established schedules, and resolve technical/operational issues
Shiwa Saadat
Phone: 647-***-****, Email: ********@*******.***
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WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED:
Offered necessary on site administration along with proper quality control
measures while ensuring all projects meet required budget and deadline
Managed and provided direction to in-house and external resources
Coordinated new hire tasks across several departments, including, computer
account setup and equipment ordering
Planned and coordinated company activities such as department picnics,
holiday parties and events, and annual Engineering Day events
Prepared domestic and international travel and expense reports
Set up and coordinated meetings, scheduled appointments, interviews, video
and audio conference operations, training seminars
Ingram Micro, Santa Ana, CA 2005 - 2006
Associate Buyer
Managed assigned inventory and parts
Maintained fill rate and stock balancing, handled returns, and monitored
completion of purchase orders and order status
Kept professional relations with all vendors and became familiar with
product category and vendor program
Coordinated on-site purchasing activities
Establish purchase orders and contracts for on-site purchases
Leon's Furniture Superstore, Toronto, Canada 2003 - 2005
Sales Representative
Involved in all aspects of customer service including establishing new
customer, performing credit evaluations, and solving problems
Exceeded sales quotas and cross-selling quotas repeatedly; achieved the
Presidents Club award
Advised customers on the various financial plans
Leon's Furniture Superstore, Toronto, Canada
Inventory Control/Customer Service 2000 - 2003
Prepared repair work orders for technicians
Supported clerical and order processing needs of sales staff and inventory
department
Worked closely with sites to ensure sufficient inventory was available by
coordinating transfer of inventory
Resolved customer call billing questions and disputes, initiated customer
calls, and performed data entry
Compiled and tracked data and generated reports using a variety of software
programs
EDUCATION:
Centennial College, Toronto, Canada 2002
Graduate of Business Accounting Program
George Brown College, Toronto, Canada 1998
General Arts and Science
EXCELLENT REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST