MAUREEN UCANDA
**** *********** *****, 647-***-****
Mississauga, ON L4W 4E7 *******@*******.***
August 20th, 2015
Human Resources Department
WESTERN LOGISTICS
RE: Business Development Consultant
Dear Hiring manager,
I am interested in the position of Business Development Consultant role advertised on Post Job Free website. Please find the attached cover letter and resume for reviewing.
As you see from my resume, I offer over 10 years work experience in the marketing field. I have expertise in developing Plans and executing projects and initiatives to create project ideas and practical experience in managing vendor partners and strong ability to communicate with them. I am excellent in providing marketing support to internal clients and conducting presentations.
I have practical experience in developing annual brand plans in partnership with the sales and inside marketing team, with a strong ability to create and deploy an event marketing plan for the company and market research, and product analysis. I also have excellent communication and problem solving skills including mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution abilities, and excellent presentation skills.
I am a good team player who contributes creativity and optimism to meet group goals, targets and deadlines, with strong work ethic; self-motivated, dependable, accountability, trustworthy, responsible, balance of multiple tasks and proactive.
I also have strong Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project Management, Internet applications, outlook and research, databases and Moneris.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you at your convenience to discuss how I can contribute to the success to the Business Development team at Western Logistics. I can be reached by phone or email as noted above.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Maureen Ucanda
MAUREEN UCANDA
4100 Westminster Place, 647-***-****
Mississauga, ON L4W 4E7 *******@*******.***
OBJECTIVE
Business Development Consultant
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over 10 years work experience in the marketing and sales field
Expertise in developing Plans and executing projects and initiatives to create project ideas
Practical experience in managing vendor partners and strong ability to communicate with them
Excellent in providing marketing support to internal clients and conducting presentations
Practical experience in developing annual brand plans in partnership with the sales and inside marketing team
Strong ability to create and deploy an event marketing plan for the company and market research
Excellent communication and problem solving skills, and mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
A good team player who contributes creativity and optimism to meet group goals, targets and deadlines
Strong work ethic, self-motivated, dependable, trustworthy, responsible and proactive
Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project Management, Internet applications, Outlook and research, databases and Moneris
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Marketing and Business Development
Led, supervised and delegated market research tasks to 6-7 team members
Collected Market Research information for Gateway International for international expansion in USA, Mexico, U.K and Canada
Managed cultural differences in the Business Environment by championing and reflecting the company’s brand in targeted countries like USA, Mexico and U.K by comparing competitors in the industry and finding out what makes them successful
Developed an International strategic Business Plan for the “The BreastRest”, an alternative bra for women. Our clients were competitors on Dragon’s Den in 2006
Adjusted office procedures and compensation packages
Coordinated marketing initiatives that led to promotional packages
Sold radio, television and billboard advertising spots via telephone
Demonstrated various advertising options such as billboards, radio, and television, and provided expected outcomes of marketing
Provided consultative approach to sales and services, trade shows
Administration
Identified potential areas of improvement and provided suggestions to management
Adjusted office procedures and compensation packages
Prepared reports, presentations and correspondence for management
Monitored to ensure that company policies were followed by new employees through demonstrating by example
Coordinated marketing initiatives that led to promotional packages
Applied employment guidelines and Privacy legislation according to employment standards
Assisted HR Manager in recruitment, hiring and training of new staff
Posted job openings, scheduled appointments and meetings, and maintained calendars
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Administration-continued
Verified prior employment, contacted references and entered data into systems
Provided compensation letters, memos, benefits such as retirement and insurance plans, terminations, grievances, absences and performance reports and tracked payment
Assisted with filing, faxing and photocopying
Answered all incoming and outgoing calls
Provided responses to inquires about the organization
Placed reminder calls to ensure clients attend appointments, including doctor’s appointments
Answered all incoming and outgoing calls, and cleaned MRI & CT Scan areas
Customer Service
Worked within a team to ensure the best customer service and processed customer claims in a timely manner
Received and handled personal and public complaints while providing prompt solutions
Participated in meetings and activities held to improve customer satisfaction and business performance
Kept updated regarding knowledge of products and services required by customers
Assisted customers to make sure customers’ needs are met to the fullest satisfaction
Updated all information to maintain knowledge of customer products and services
WORK HISTORY
Market Research Consultant - Gateway International, Oakville, ON 2013-2014
Executive Assistant - Intelligent Office Corporation, Toronto, ON 2010-2012
Advertising Consultant - Integrated Media Solutions Inc., Toronto, ON 2009-2010
Sales Associate- Tristan & America Yorkdale, Toronto, ON 2003-2008
Assistant Human Resources Manager - Novotel Toronto Hotel, Toronto, ON 2000-2003
EDUCATION
Diploma in International Business 2013-2014
Sheridan College Mississauga, ON
Courses:
Supply Chain Management & Logistics Financing International Trade,
Legal Aspects of International Trade Canadian Trade Laws
International Project Management International Marketing Management Leadership Development Strategic International Business Planning Managing Cultural Differences International Business Environment
Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Administration 1997-2000
Centennial College Toronto, ON
Courses:
Basic Accounting Hotel Management Catering
Marketing Front Desk Management Event Planning
VOLUNTEER HISTORY
Administrative Assistant 2007-2008
Fife House (HIV/AIDS Organization) Toronto, ON
Front Desk Receptionist 2001-2002
Humber River Regional Hospital, Toronto, ON