Sales Manager

ANGELA VANDERSLUIS, B.Comm

*** ******** ******

Saskatoon, SK S7T 0A8

Phone: 306-***-**** E-mail: ******@*****.**

April 25th, 2016

Attention: To Whom it May Concern

Please find attached a copy of my resume in respect of my application for the position in Marketing and/or Direct Sales you have posted on Indeed.ca. As you will see from my resume, my communication skills honed through a university education in marketing and successful communications and marketing experience will contribute to the timely and creative delivery of the sales and marketing activities required by your organization. Moreover, my commitment to teamwork, my goal-oriented focus, and my determination for success are well- suited to the collaborative and creative work environment described in the job order for this position.

My most recent professional experience as an Assistant Director/ Manager of C- Spec Inspection Services Inc. has prepared me well for this opportunity. My role at C-Spec involves many aspects of the daily operations required for successful entrepreneurship. These include timely and organized document control and information dissemination, leadership through collaboration, communication and effective team management as well as a working understanding of business finances and goals. In addition to being responsible for the everyday management operations of this company, I was lucky to be involved with many creative endeavours (such as logo, website and swag design) which were required to market and create a brand for C-Spec during it’s formative years. Understanding both the operations as well as the creative requirements still needed to increase industry awareness of this Consultation Services business meant that my contributions helped the C-Spec Inspection Services team to increase their company’s annual income from roughly $85,000 per year in 2007 to $700,000 per year in 2015.

Directly related to marketing, more specifically Market Research, I worked with an exceptional team of people at Insightrix Research. In my time there, I gained valuable insight regarding listening to clients’ needs and determining how my research skills could help. Using statistical analysis of quantitative datum, qualitative research and report writing, I answered many questions for a diverse group of clients on topics including (but not limited to) education, real estate, employment, economics, politics and healthcare. The variety of these topics created a very interesting work environment and an invaluable learning experience.

Though I have many experiences with direct sales, my most recent related employment was with Canwest (go!Local) as an Advertising Consultant. This position involved generating new business advertisers for the new Saskatoon phone directory. Working closely with Saskatoon’s small business owners to determine how Canwest’s products could assist in the growth of their company, this position required personal traits such as adaptability, self-motivation, superb organizational skills, resiliency and persistence. I believe these transferable traits will assist me in the sales and/or marketing role with your company. Also, while still a student at the U of S, I also had the opportunity to develop relevant fundraising and event planning experience as a Communications Consultant (a summer-term position) for the North Saskatchewan Independent Living Centre (“NSILC”). As a consultant for NSILC, I researched the Saskatchewan community through primary and secondary research and analyzed the findings to develop a novel communication/marketing strategy. The primary goal of the strategy was attracting potential clients to the centre. The presentation of the findings and the strategy to the Board of Directors at NSILC was well received. Overall, the project was a great success and a source of personal pride as many components of the strategy were implemented. Further, the position evolved to include assisting the board with creating and executing events for Saskatoon Access Awareness Week. Prior to this weeklong event, I was charged with creating marketing materials, creating thank you letters for sponsors, sending out press releases, as well as recruiting and training volunteers. I truly enjoyed the creative process involved in this short term position and look forward to using this type of energy and creativity to assist me in my role with your firm.

I completed my degree in the Bachelor of Commerce program, graduating in the spring of 2007 with Great Distinction. With a major in Marketing, and a my diverse experiences in Management, Research, Communications and Sales, I understand the need for executing effective communication practices, the ability to plan and organize, as well as the importance of demonstrating good corporate citizenship.

Having been successfully involved in building relationships through consultative marketing, direct sales and my current assistant director role, I am enthused about the opportunity to contribute my experience while simultaneously learning a whole new product/service/industry from your experienced team. I feel that together we can maximizing sales, exposure and creative solutions for you and your clients.

Thank you for taking the time to consider my cover letter and resume. I look forward to further discussing this opportunity. I can be reached by telephone

306-***-****) or by e-mail (******@*****.**).

Sincerely,

Angela Vandersluis

Qualifications you require: Qualifications I possess: Diligence/Successful Completion of a

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Administration

-Graduated with great distinction from the University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business with a degree in Commerce

- Majored in Marketing with a minor-equivalent in

Production and Operations Management

Creativity/Experience in marketing and

promotion of fundraising events/activities

- Communications Consultant (NSILC): Provided staff direction and assistance in designing and executing the Saskatoon Access Awareness Week Events (both

in 2006 and 2007)

-Created swag, coats, logos and contributed to

website ideas to create brand awareness for CSPEC

Inspection Services

- Created marketing material and press releases for events

Leadership/Experience in leadership

development

- Completed the “Leadership” course Comm347

(January-June 2007)

- Trained new employees as Assistant Director/

Manager of C-Spec Inspection Services

Experience in volunteer activities - Treasurer for Tykes and Tots Board of Directors 2014 Recruited members and volunteers to become

active in NSILC’s fundraising and awareness events

- Attended Board meetings monthly throughout term

at NSILC

- Personally volunteered for more than 4 years at the Union Hospital in Moose Jaw, SK as a “candystriper”

- Contributed many volunteer hours to multiple local charitable organizations such as the Canadian

Cancer Society, Kidney Foundation of Canada, the U of S (Note-taker for People with Disabilities), the YWCA, SAAW

Experience with basic accounting such as

budget management

- Proficient in Excel/ QuickBooks/ QB Online

- Daily use of Quickbooks for over 7 years

- Completed “Accounting for Managers” and

“Accounting and Business Decisions” courses at the U of S

Adaptability/Direct Sales/ Experience

working with diverse situations and

personalities

- Research Associate, Insightrix Research; completed design, analysis and reports for multiple industries and clients which required the ability to simultaneously manage varying research objectives and associated

tasks

- Sirius Satellite Radio B2B Merchanidiser

- go!Local Advertising Sales in Saskatoon and Area meant independent work, persistence, and

adaptability

- Cosmetologist, Midtown Stylists; with nearly eight years as a stylist at a busy downtown salon, the ability to adapt to multiple personality types was

instrumental in growing my clientele

- IIBC foreign worker placement consultant

ANGELA VANDERSLUIS, B.Comm

106 McIntosh Street

Saskatoon, SK S7T 0A8

Phone: 306-***-**** E-mail: ******@*******.***

ACHIEVEMENTS

Graduated with “Great Distinction” from the College of Commerce, U of S, April 2007 Awarded the Raj Manek Prize for Entrepreneurship, Business Plan of the Year 2007 Awarded the Millennium Excellence National In-Course Scholarship (Federal), 2005 and 2006 Inducted into the Golden Key Honours Society, 2005 Awarded the Saskatchewan Association of Broadcasters Al Foster Memorial Award, 2005 Awarded the Marketing Students’ Society Scholarship, 2005 Recognized on the Commerce Dean’s Honours List for the years 2004-2007 Won sales incentive trip for most sales in the quarter Vancouver ABA conference, 2002 Hold red seal journeyperson, interprovincial license in Cosmetology 2002 EDUCATION

Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) University of Saskatchewan, Spring 2007 Graduated Marca College of Cosmetology, 1997

Graduated Grade 12 Evan Hardy Collegiate, 1995

WORK EXPERIENCE

Assistant Director/ Manager for C-SPEC Inspection Services Inc. Saskatoon, SK 2010-present

As the Assistant Director for C-Spec Inspection Services I am integral in the daily financial operations and management of personnel. In this third party Quality Control and Inspection company which focuses on the Canadian Mining and Milling Industry, my duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Managing the company’s annual financial objectives and goals, Guiding the company in the development of new opportunities and services in order to attract new customers and increase profit, Hiring and guiding new teammates through the training process and developing employee manuals with consideration of both labour standards and employee satisfaction matrices,

Completing general financial operations such as Annual Reporting, Payroll, CRA remittances, GST payments, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Collections, Bank Reconciliation using accounting software (QuickBooks Online) While a majority of communication occurs via email, occasionally meeting directly with clients is needed to foster new business partners or reinforce rapport with existing clients

Development or approval of time sensitive documentation such as invoices, rate sheets, contracts, RFQ’s and insurance/legal papers Foreign Worker Placement Consultant for IIBC Saskatoon Saskatoon, SK 2009-2010

As a Consultant for International Immigration and Business Consulting, I was tasked to make appropriate pairings between local Saskatchewan Business Owners and foreign workers who had the skills that were hard to find in the Saskatchewan labour market. This pairing created lasting working relationships between the business owners and the workers who were hired and eventually came to work in Canada. In this role I: Utilized Federal immigration programs to find workers from all around the globe to come to Saskatchewan and fill employment gaps for local business owners Connected with potential employers through cold-calling and word of mouth methods and created /attended meetings across the province to determine the employment needs and potential employment matches IIBC could deliver. Assisted both employers and employees with the hiring process Encouraged the new hires once they moved to Saskatchewan through constant communication and a “Welcome to Saskatchewan” meet and greet, which included a tour of the city in which they moved to as well as a 24/7 promise to help solve any problems in which the worker could face in his/her first few weeks Market Research Associate and Consultant for Insightrix Research Inc., Saskatoon, SK 2008-2009

As a Market Research Associate and Consultant, I was charged with transforming research into credible knowledge, and reliable advice for the benefit of private firms, government organizations, and associations. In this fast-paced and innovative company, my duties and responsibilities included but were not limited to: Study and methodology design for both quantitative and qualitative research in order to meet clients’ objectives understanding budgetary and time restrictions Reported research findings, including charts and graphs, in either PowerPoint or Word format in a timely manner

Performed statistical analysis as required utilizing SPSS and other in-house programs

Assisted with focus-group moderation

Engaged in secondary research (i.e. Literature reviews, Data Mining, and In- Depth Interviews) and summarized findings for the purpose of providing advice to clients through Consulting reports

Presented research findings to clients through PowerPoint Presentations and/or informal meetings

Research Services and Consulting projects I have been involved in encompass studies related to education and training, labour force and economics, telecommunications, transportation, real estate, advertising, human resources, financial services, media, and the environment

Contributed ideas for internal growth and improvements at operations management and sales meetings.

Advertising Consultant for CanWest, go!Local Saskatoon Division, Saskatoon, SK 2007-2008

As an advertising consultant for CanWest, I was responsible to find advertisers and assist in creating ad copy for the new “pay-per-call” Saskatoon phone directory. In this role I: Utilized networking/rapport building skills to generate leads/sales for the new Saskatoon and district phone directory

Made appointments with the appropriate decision maker in each firm, presented the product/program in a formal presentation, made proposals based on an understanding of each businesses’ needs

Assisted advertisers with creation of targeted ads under the appropriate yellow section heading(s), paying careful attention to content and completeness of information as to effectively communicate ad message/goals to graphics department

Completed final proofing of ad copy and graphics

Collaborated with sales team about sales strategies to surpass budget goals Sales Representative for the Sirius Satellite Radio Account Mosaic Marketing Toronto, ON 2006-2007

As sales representative for the Sirius Satellite Radio, I was in charge of merchandising and sales in Saskatoon and Regina for a fast-growing media company. My duties included: Provided customer relations management in respect of Sirius’s retail dealer network (24 locations in Saskatchewan)

Created visible, attractive displays and promotions for Sirius Satellite Radio Educated sales staff about the features/benefits of Sirius’ products and Satellite System

Developed/implemented sales incentive programs for in-store retail sales staff Tracked inventory and sales levels throughout Sirius’ dealer network within my sales territory,

Reported issues with product, costumer’s concerns, competitor’s news and any other pertinent product information

Trouble shooting any technical issues with demo units on the point of purchase displays

Collaborated with management to improve the overall effectiveness of program Communications Consultant for the North Saskatchewan Independent Living Center,

Saskatoon, SK Summer 2006

I developed a public awareness and fund-raising campaign for a major non-profit organization. In this self-directed role, I:

Created a marketing strategy for the promotion of programs to current and potential clients and for fundraising purposes

Investigated issues and opportunities using marketing research and data analysis Developed a viable communications strategy understanding the limitations of non-profit budgets

Presented market research findings and proposed communications strategy to the Board of Directors

Assisted with all fundraising and awareness-building events and activities throughout the term

Attended and contributed creative and reasonable suggestions to collaborative planning sessions

Student Assistant Dept. of Industrial Relations and Organizational Behaviour, University of Saskatchewan 2005-2006

Marked papers and assignments for Commerce 101 “Introduction to Business” Student Assistant Dept. of Finance and Management Science, University of Saskatchewan 2005-2006

Marked papers and assignments for Commerce 205 “Introduction to Production and Operations Management”

Journeyperson Hair Stylist at Midtown Stylists

Saskatoon, SK 1998-2005

I was responsible for building my own clientele at a busy, fashionable hair styling clinic. My daily duties included:

Cutting, styling, colouring, and perming clients’ hair Sold products and hair services to salon patrons and clients Educated fellow employees in formal training classes Attended product knowledge, sales and personal development classes Maintained the cleanliness and order of the salon

Counted stock for inventory purposes

STRENGTHS and CAPABILITIES

Excellent analytical, research and

problem solving skills

Dedicated to achievement of

organizational and personal goals

Highly effective organizational and

time management skills

Proficient in MS Office programs/SPSS

Honest, and reliable work ethic

Superior communication skills

Excellent sales, leadership, coaching

and interpersonal skills

Quick to take initiative

Demonstrated adaptability and self-

direction in low supervision work

situations

Entrepreneurial mindset

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Christmas for Kids Saskatoon 2008

Organized and executed a fundraiser to provide gifts for children living in the shelter

(YWCA)

Collected over $500 in donations, leading to the purchase of gifts for 17 children Volunteer for Saskatoon Access Awareness Week Saskatoon, SK 2006/2007 Coordinated volunteers, games, prizes and sponsors before/during events Note-taker for University students with disabilities Saskatoon, SK 2002-2005 Relay For Life Canadian Cancer Society Saskatoon, SK 2005/2006 Assisted team in coordinating and fundraising

Contributed over five hundred dollars to total team funds raised of $2500 Participated in the twelve hour relay walk to fight cancer with my team (Hearts for Hope) Participated in fundraising (steak nights, yard sales, and the acquisition of pledges) and the twelve hour walk to fight cancer in the 2007 Relay Collected over 12 door prizes for a steak night that contributed $1500 to fundraising efforts.

C95 Radio Marathon for Breast Cancer Research Saskatoon, SK 2004 Shaved My Head in order to create public interest in donating Raised over thirteen hundred dollars for the cause Candy-striper at the Union Hospital Moose Jaw, SK 1989-1992 Assisted nurses with cleaning and patient duties

Kept patients company

Accumulated over 400 volunteer hours

HOBBIES and INTERESTS

Acrylic Painting, Crafting, Real Estate, Photography, Reading Suspense Novels (especially Dean Koontz), Interior Decorating/Design, Going to the Gym, Camping, Fishing, Karaoke REFERENCES

1) Dirk Propp

CEO of IIBC Saskatoon

205-305 4th AVE North Saskatoon,

SK, Canada, S7K 2L8

Phone: 306-***-**** Fax: 306-***-****

2) Ms. Tammy Schmidt

Former manager at Midtown Stylists

647 Fairbrother Place

Saskatoon, SK S7S 1J2

Phone: 306-***-****

3) Rostyk Hursky

Previous Manager of Consulting Services at Insightrix Research *******@*****.***

Saskatoon, SK

Phone: 306-***-****

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