** ********** ***. • AJAX, ON • L*Z *C*
PHONE: 647-***-**** • E-MAIL: acp4zy@r.postjobfree.com
SHOMARI WILLIAMS
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging and progressive position in marketing, digital media and/or sales. Where I can demonstrate and utilize my skills, knowledge, and experience to meet the objectives and expectations of your organization.
WORK EXPERIENCE
June ‘12 – March ‘15 Power Circle Media, Inc. Toronto, On
Managing Director
Founded and managed a digital marketing agency for 2 years
Provided services for small businesses in the areas of web development, search marketing, social media management, email marketing and mobile app development
Helped clients build marketing funnels to collect leads and drive sales
Earned a certification for Inbound Marketing from HubSpot (3rd Largest Marketing Automation Enterprise)
Earned certification for Google Search, Adwords, and Analytics
Recruited contractors to help fulfill client projects
November ‘12 – April ‘14 Best Buy Ajax, On
Sales Representative
Respond to customer needs and concerns
Provide support and assistance for the continual achievement of store and department sales goals and customer care by promoting, emphasizing and demonstrating skills involved in selling Product Service Plan (PSP), Product Replacement Plan (PRP), accessories and complete solution
Complete timely and appropriate down-stocking of product, monitor and confirm accurate product pricing and placement by confirming up-stock is straight and organized, and confirm PSP/PRP brochures holders are full
Support the product knowledge and sales skills development of the Multimedia Entertainment Department and other store personnel as directed by Multimedia Entertainment Supervisor
April ‘11 – July ‘11 Octapixx Worldwide Toronto, On
Distribution Assistant
Assistant to Vice President of Sales & Acquisitions
Assisting with all aspects of reception, customer service, accounting, filing, invoicing
Assisting VP of Sales & Acquisitions with all aspects of sales, telemarketing, email marketing
Computer database input, office administration, research, and marketing
Assisting with all aspects of film production, including dubbing, inventory control, packing, shipping, equipment rentals
And all other duties required by VP of Sales & Acquisitions.
October ’10 – April ‘11 Myron Corporation Toronto, On
Account Manager/Promotional Advertising Consultant
Quote prices, while informing customers of new and existing products, and persuade customers to buy and/or increase purchasing through utilization of benefit selling, volume pricing and/or premium incentive programs for the existing client base.
Building relationships with customers by being their account consultant - probing to determine customer needs and how Myron will assist in helping the customer meet his needs and grow and build his business.
Accurately key in orders, make changes, and obtain imprint information, logo, etc. during the sales call.
Electronically record any pertinent customer feedback on customers' files.
Assist in maintaining accurate customer mailing lists by updating customer information on an ongoing basis.
Keep management advised of any trends for orders, complaints, competition etc. observed during the performance of duties.
October ’09 – October ’10 One Contact Inc. Toronto, On
Sales Representative & Associate Sales Trainer
Partaking in sales initiatives, mainly including phone, Internet, and Cable services; as well as their sub-products (premium channels, internet speed turbo, bundle packages, etc.)
Concentrating on special events such as HBO Boxing, highlighting keynote fighters and providing customers with information regarding undercard fighters and more.
Database entry, consistently updating clients with sales reports
Verification activities in order to validate a "solid" sale
Up-sell and cross-sell initiatives
Furthering marketing initiatives by way of surveying the target market set out by the client
Participating in the training and developing of new hires to succeed in the sales force
Coaching initiatives in order to build and improve on existing sales representatives
DNC Management and compliance
September ’07 – Jan’ 08 IBM/Kelly Services Toronto, On
Business Adviser/Contractor
Providing creative business solutions with the highest quality products in the Information & Technology sector
Dealt with prospective IBM customers (I.e. CEOs, Vice Presidents, CTOs, etc.), and advised them on which IBM solution would best fit and help grow their business
Went through extensive 2 week IBM training course
Seibel Training, Lotus Training, Brio Training, Hardware, Software, Middleware, IGS, etc.
CSAT (Customer Satisfaction) ratings collected from each call to maintain a high level of customer service
June ’07 – August ‘08 Contitrade Inc. Toronto, On
Sales Administrator
Developed marketing and sales strategies to improve market visibility and sales goals
Assisted with product development for the Toronto region
Provided clients with a direct contact number for repeat orders and questions, keeping compliant with Customer Service
Sold and distributed units of coffee to retail stores, cafés, lounges, and office buildings in the Toronto region
EDUCATION
Jan ’08- Dec ’09 Seneca College Toronto, On
2 years in Business Administration – Entrepreneurship
2000-2005 Milliken Mills High School Markham, On
Obtained High School Diploma
PERSONAL STRENGTHS
Planning and executing strategies and tactics, to complete objectives to further enhance and improve the growth of a businesses
Expertise on how to attract prospects to marketing funnels to convert them into leads and then customers
Extensive Sales expertise on how to properly Open, Close, and then Verify the validity of a Sale
Innate ability to build dynamic and long lasting business networks
Skillfully able to provide foresight and leadership to new and developing organizations
Teaching, writing, and public speaking
Doing Extensive Research
Can work great under pressure
Staying active through weight training and sports
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Have volunteered in coaching Aldergrove Public School’s basketball team.
Have volunteered for the Canadian Diabetes Association
Have volunteered for the All Eyes On Egipt Bookstore
Have volunteered for Project: Rise Up
REFERENCES
Available upon request.