maria kazos
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ***** **
City: Newark
State: DE
Zip: 19702
Country: USA
Phone: 302-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: $30,000
Willing to Relocate
Primary Skills/Experience:
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Educational Background:
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Job History / Details:
MARIA KAZOS
4426 Cindy Dr.
Newark, DE 19702
Home Phone: 302-***-****
Cell Phone: 870-***-****
Email: *********@********.***
Work Experience:
M.A. Remedy Hellas SA (05/2010 - 09/2012)
Athens, GR
Marketing-Sales Advisory Services (Executive Assistant to the President of the Company)
I was responsible for supporting marketing, sales and distribution, and monitored stock inventory accuracy of medical supplies. I ensured timely procurement of required supplies and accountability of received items. This experience included applying supply regulations, policies, procedures and instructions as they pertained to controlled substances. In addition I performed this task using SAP, as a supply database for distribution facilities or storage management, in order to track inventory, costs, purchases and sales. I prepared monthly reports of tracked information.
I supported the President and owner of the Company in order to ensure all division requirements were met in a timely fashion.
Wind Mobile Company (02/2007 - 05/2010)
Athens, GR
Assistant Store Manager
I was responsible for day to day operations while the Store Owner operated other facilities in Athens Greece. I was responsible for employee training and work scheduling. I recommended changes in operation policies and procedures to improve efficiency and utilization of store operations, while remaining in compliance with WIND corporate requirements. I maintained store inventory of products for the franchised European telecommunications /cell phone giant. I interacted with customers in the sales and support of products sold at this and other WIND stores. I resolved customer inquiries and issues with plans, phones, and accessories. Ensured store employees maintained professional attitude and interactions with all customers and other sales representatives.
ECE Lamda Hellas SA (05/2005 - 01/2007)
Athens, GR
Marketing and Leasing (Contract) Specialist
I supported the corporate requirements for a major Commercial Property and Retail Developer, in order to attract and select high-end retailers for a new up-scale Shopping Mall. I supported the marketing development for 250 shops and restaurants. I received, evaluated, interviewed and recommended applicant selection for available floor space. I interacted with each applicant to determine their viability and compatibility with the malls concept. I prepared all required reports and presentation for Corporate Board on recommended selection to include: location, square footage, interior design requirements, and proposed fees. Upon approval, I coordinated all contracts for signature and liaised with retailers as a Contracting Office Representative. I was a critical member of the work group team designing the store layouts; representing the future occupants.
IASO General Hospital (09/2004 - 05/2005)
Athens, GR
Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
I performed all duties associated with corporate communications and public relations. I prepared numerous presentations outlining the hospitals mission, vision, capabilities and future endeavors. These presentations were used to market the hospital within Greece and abroad, attracting Medical Specialists and potential partners.
As a Public Relations Associate, I promoted the hospital in multiple forums to the general public. Addressed patient questions and concerns as required and conducted patient surveys to ensure the hospital maintained continuous process improvement. The hospital consolidated with its parent hospital which caused the elimination of
redundant positions in IASO General Hospital.
Alpha Copy (11/2002 - 06/2004)
Athens, GR
Sales and Product Marketing Manager Assistant
Alpha Copy is a licensed distributor for Nokia products in Greece, Cyprus and the Balkan region. I performed all duties that directly supported both Sales and Product Marketing Managers. As the deputy Sales Manager, I supported the oversight of 50 owned and franchised Nokia stores throughout our region of responsibility.
I provided advice and administrative support to each store manager to ensure timely customer support, adequate inventories, and compliance with Alpha Copy and Nokias corporate policies. Primary tool used for marketing and business management was SAP.
On a daily basis, I used SAP to input and track critical data points to include: inventory, costs, and sales. I used this data to prepare weekly reports which were presented to the CEO and board of directors. As the Deputy Product Marketing Manager, I advised on the communications strategy by working directly with advertising firm.
I was responsible for coordinating and supporting the concept development for multi-media advertisement (brochures, TV, Radio and print) that targeted specific Nokia products for numerous geographical, demographics and cultural regions. Responsible for preparing Power Point presentations used at Alpha Copy and Nokia Corporate Headquarters. I performed market surveys and customer satisfaction of Nokia products and servicing store managers, in order to develop marketing plans and improve customer relations.
I was also responsible for training and oversight of five associates within the two directorates.
Education:
Escem University (Part of New York College) Athens GR
Master's Degree 07/2005
Major: European Marketing
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
School of Business European MBA in Marketing. The program is part of New York University studies conducted in Athens Greece.
University of South Carolina Spartanburg Spartanburg, SC
Bachelor's Degree 08/2002
Major: General Business/Marketing
Minor: Communications (TV and Radio Broadcasting)
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
Bachelor of arts in Communications and Interdisciplinary Studies (2
concentrations):
- Communications (specialization in the mass communication media)
- General Business & Marketing
Minor / Cognate: Spanish
Study assignments
1. TV advertising and the effect on children
Dissertation Assignment for Bachelor degree
University of South Carolina, USA
2002
2. Product advertising on different product categories for magazines,
newspapers, radio and television
University of South Carolina, USA
2001
Job Related Training:
Specialized Education - Emotional intelligence in the workplace 06/07/2005
16 hours Specialized supervisory course on personnel and conflict management
Computer Skills
1. Excellent personal computer use
2. Experience in common business environments
3. Microsoft Office suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Access)
4. Microsoft Outlook and Messaging systems
5. All Windows operating systems
6. Advanced skill in using Internet resources
7. SAP Business Management Software Solutions Civilian Equivalent to Logistics Modernization Program
Language Skills:
Fluent in Greek and English
Proficient in Spanish