Sue Russell
***A Boston Road _ Chelmsford, MA ***24 _ 978-***-****
***********@*******.***
Career Summary
LABELPRINT AMERICA, Newburyport, MA 1995-
Print and Packaging Senior Sales Representative
2008
. Represented flexographic products to a large customer base,
consistently
ranking as top account rep in annual sales; often awarded "Employee of
the Month" due to exemplary customer service.
. Responsible for $1M+ in annual sales.
. Imparted knowledge of printing, pricing, production capabilities, and
time frames to customers to impart realistic expectations; handled
sales presentations and contract negotiations.
. Submitted, followed up on and expedited orders, reviewed
scheduling and inventory
If required, immediately met with client to resolve any problems,
etc.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASS DEPT. OF TRANSITIONAL ASSISTANCE 1985-
Telecommunications/Procurement Manager 1995
. Supervised a staff of five in the daily operations of and
training on 4,000+ DPW
phones and switchboards, while managing a $10M budget; achieved over
$500m in savings through inventory control and reconciliation of
invoices.
. Developed RFPs and headed vendor presentations during the
procurement process;
reviewed proposals and selected systems based on specific criteria
* Established daily "Project Meetings" with managers of data, space,
labor, contracts
* Managed the installation, and daily function of over 70 telephone
systems
* Wrote and edited all telecommunications-related memos and letters to
vendors,
staff, and other Commonwealth of Massachusetts officers.
ROLM NEW ENGLAND, Lexington, MA 1978-
Telecommunications Project Manager 1985
. Supervised the installation of, and maintained the integrity of, over
100
system contracts, many of them comprising 1000+ telephones and
several
switchboards.
. Involved in daily customer service, order entry, and follow-up with
clients,
landlords, contractors, and telecommunications organizations.
. Responsible for design, project management, and end user and
switchboard training.
MANY COMPANY-SPONSORED TRAINING PROGRAMS
CURRENTLY
WORKING ON A BACHELOR'S DEGREE AT UMASS LOWELL
Sue Russell
101 A Boston Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
***********@*******.***
Dear Human Resources Director:
It is with great enthusiasm that I am pursuing an employment opportunity
with your company.
The enclosed resume details extensive experience in various business
environments, which I feel would be useful in a number of areas. My
strengths lie in the areas of sales, customer service, training, and
management, and as I work on a degree, my interest in people has led me to
major in Psychology.
I am confident that my outgoing personality and pleasant management style
would be an asset to your organization.
My reputation is as a conscientious leader and communicator, with
exceptional problem-solving and mediation skills. I am able to prioritize
and balance competing responsibilities to meet strict timeframes in a fast-
paced setting, and can master new products and procedures with speed,
accuracy, and confidence.
I would welcome a call to answer questions, provide references, or schedule
a convenient time to meet.
Sincerely,
Sue Russell