Zara J. Alizai
San Jose, CA 95111
**********@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS
Multilingual: English/Urdu/Basic German. Proficient with Microsoft office
programs
and use of database programs. Proven ability to effectively prioritize,
managing multiple
responsibilities in an effective and timely manner. Effective collaborator
with diverse
individuals, building trust through consistent communication.
EDUCATION
BS Business Administration -
(Fall 10)
Organizational Management Concentration in Supply Chain Management/High
Technology
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Business Administration
(Spring 08)
De Anza College, Cupertino, CA
EXPERIENCE
Avenue Social, Inc. Plug and Play Tech Center, Sunnyvale, CA (June
10-Present)
Business Development Manager
. Maintained client relationships through the use of CRM software
. Consulted and educated clients about products and services
. Constructed proposals and user flow charts for I-phone and Facebook
applications
. Created instructive project presentations and presentations on social
media marketing
. Collaborated with executives, technical teams and business analysts to
insure all project requirements are met
Macy's Vallco, Cupertino, CA (Oct 07-
Present)
Beauty consultant - Clinique
. Met/exceeded daily counter sales through good CRM practices
. Maintained close relationships with clients to help build business
. Consulted and recommended products and services to personal clients
. Collaborated with account executives and business managers to make sure
all company standards are met
. Managed Clinique events and promotions
Business Information Systems (Business 182) Term Project
(Fall 09)
Project Manager
. Analyzed the use of RFID in today's complex and diverse supply chains
. Focused on Wal-Mart's use of RFID in the inventory system
. Explored other possible uses of RFID in future business environments
Project Management (Business 164) Term Project
(Fall 09)
Project Manager
. Analyzed backup recovery systems of Santa Clara Valley Water District
. Created a business plan for a new backup recovery systems
. Conducted an interview with Dave Mahaufy, head of the IT department
. Followed up with suggestions and analysis of the current IT system
Supply Chain Management (Business 144) Term Project
(Spring 09)
Team Member
. Analyzed the Supply Chain of Proctor and Gamble's Bounty Paper Towels
. Provided alternative transportation strategy, suppliers and modes of
transportation
Macy's Vallco, Cupertino, CA (May 05-Oct
06)
Sales Associate - Macy's
. Demonstrated effective sales techniques by communicating well with
diverse groups of customers
. Managed many responsibilities simultaneously, including the training of
new employees
SPECIAL SKILLS
. Windows XP, Macintosh, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook,
. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point
. Fluent in English, Hindko, Urdu, and basic German
. Ability to work independently and exceed expectations and goals
. Willingness to continue learning and develop new skills
ASSOCIATIONS AND CLUBS
Society for Advancement of Management (SAM)
San Jose State University
RERERENCES
Available upon request