Kimiko Y. Garcia
**** ******* *** ***** *** Francisco, CA 94080
Cell 510-***-****
***************@*******.***
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An experienced Office and Human Resource Manager with knowledge in all
aspects of benefits administration, including health, dental, vision,
disability, flexible spending account, and 401K plans. Has demonstrated
strong skills in time management and prioritizing tasks effectively to
complete multiple projects under pressure to meet deadlines. Work closely
with C level management to maintain strict confidentiality regarding staff
compensation, human resources issues, and sensitive business decisions.
Possesses diversified skills in supporting managers and executives to
advance internal operations in addition to maintaining employee relations
and day to day operations.
Expertise in:
* Healthcare Claims Process
* Human Resource Policy
* Payroll Administration
* Compensations / Benefits
* Employee Relations
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EMERGENTVIEWS, INC., SAN FRANCISCO, CA June
2009 - Present Office and Human Resources Manager
. Extensive knowledge of office administration and human resource policy
and procedures according to federal and state laws.
. Administer and process new hire paperwork, retain employee files, and
maintain office records.
. Prepare and distribute various employee benefit communications or any
company plan changes to employees.
. Serve as a link between management and employees by handling any
benefit inquiries or concerns, interpreting and administering
contracts, and helping to resolve any work-related issues.
. Organize and coordinate office functions and perform day to day
operations.
. Establish great working relationships with various business vendors by
setting up corporate accounts and be the main point of contact for all
company related orders, accounts payable and receivable matters.
. Regularly meets with Chief Executive Officer to exchange information
and to discuss issues affecting the office and business.
. Arrange all business related opportunities for the Chief Executive
Officer and President to attend to meetings, exhibits, and
conferences.
. Compile and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
when creating financial reports and correspondence for Chief Executive
Officer.
REGUS MANAGEMENT GROUP, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
2007 - June 2009
Center Operations Manager
. Opened new office center in 2007 by recruiting and interviewing
potential Client Service Representatives for new office clients to
utilize their administrative support and various other office services
our company offered to meet client business needs.
. Was responsible for direct day to day operations by overseeing,
prioritizing, and delegating tasks to center staff to meet deadlines
and service levels while maximizing efficiencies and expenses.
. Provided daily coaching and training to center staff ensuring that all
team members are trained, cross trained and effective in their roles.
. Accurately and timely billed and collected payment from clients.
Managed billing reports to ensure the service revenue is maximized
with each client by promoting every service we offer.
. Executed and maintained the Quality Service of the Center (QSC) by
being in compliance with our corporate standards in making sure the
center is clean, set up, and organized properly.
. Conducted sales tours, showed office space, drafted lease agreements
and managed sales related inquiries as needed.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued)
. Proactively identified and managed client needs by offering
alternative solutions while maintaining a high level of customer
service.
. Ensured daily communication and feedback with the center team on
client move-ins, move-outs, procedures/policy changes, and financial
goals we needed to meet.
BlOOMINGALE'S, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
2006 - 2007 Men's Fragrance and Skincare Business Manager
. Directed all daily activities in the Men's Skincare and Fragrance
Department, including leading and motivating my staff, developing and
managing the service environment, presenting a clean and organized
shopping environment for our customers.
. Monitored and addressed performance issues on a timely basis. Set an
example for great service to customers.
. Ensured all procedures, policies, exposure standards and shortage
awareness were thoroughly understood.
. Identified best sellers and key products and communicated merchandise
needs to buying organizations.
. Recruited, interviewed, trained, and selected service-minded sales
associates.
. Arranged training sessions with vendors for staff to gain knowledge of
new product offerings in the Women and Men's Fragrance and Cosmetic
Departments to be successful in sales.
. Capitalized on business opportunities by developing strategies and
utilizing vendor support to maximize sales during peak times.
. Communicated promotional events to staff offered by vendors to
maximize sales results of each event.
. Established great business relationships with each vendor
representative by coordinating events to maximize sales in all product
offerings and communicated frequently with vendors for store inventory
needs to eliminate any stock shortage.
ENTERPRISE-RENT-A-CAR, PLEASANTON, CA
2004 - 2006 Assistant Rental Manager
. Managed main office and two satellite branches and trained employees
in Sales, Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, Underwriting, and
Career Development.
. Developed and implemented new operational plan to improve four core
areas of management: Customer Satisfaction, Employee Retention &
Development, Growth in Fleet Management, and Profitability.
. Consistent Top Performer in Sales, over 135% in total package sales.
. Improved Enterprise Service Quality Index (ESQI) at local branch from
63% to 83% surpassing corporate average of 79%.
. Recognized for On Rent Growth of 26.5% above corporate average of 7%.
. Promoted from Management Trainee to Management Assistant to Assistant
Manager within a year from start date.
. Increased operating profit by 57% above corporate average of 50%.
. Marketed competition aggressively and was successfully able to gain
100% of dealership business and become the number one provider for
replacement vehicles.
COMPUTER & LANGUAGE SKILLS
Microsoft Windows, Word, Works, Excel, & PowerPoint.
Fluent in Japanese, oral and written skills.
EDUCATION
Saint Mary's College of California, Moraga
B.S.E.: Business Administration: Concentration in Financial Services
May 2004
Study Abroad: Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan, studied International
Business Spring 2003
Honors: Life Member, Alpha Mu Gamma National Collegiate Foreign Language
Honor Society, Lambda Beta Chapter.