Qualifications Profile

Performance-focused, multifaceted, and goal-driven professional, offering

hands-on experience in sales, marketing, and account management within

various industries. Equipped with strong ability to handle and accomplish

varying and increasing levels of responsibilities toward the attainment of

set-forth goals. Armed with expertise in coordinating with high-level

professionals to ensure timely completion of designated responsibilities.

Known as an effective communicator, leader and team player with the

capability to cultivate strong relationships with diverse groups. Core

competencies include:

Budgeting and Forecasting ~ Promotional Planning ~ Customer Service

Business Strategies Development ~ Revenue Growth ~ Cross-functional

Collaboration

Professional Experience

Newell Brands Atlanta, GA

Account Manager 2015-Present

. Cultivate positive customer relationships with 120 independent

specialty store retailers, Zulily, rental, and advance mobility

accounts

. Conduct new product and promotion presentations to various customers

. Coordinate with internal teams, including Customer Service, Trade,

Brand, Logistics, Demand, Supply, and Finance in developing programs,

driving growth, resolving issues, and distributing products

. Made significant contributions to the increase of 2016 sales target

goals by 3.78% in baby specialty segment

Newell Rubbermaid, Calphalon Kitchen Outlets Atlanta, GA

Retail Field Support Specialist 2013-2015

. Served as the key liaison between Corporate and Outlet Field Team

. Provided support to promotional marketing initiatives through the

delivery of signage, visual collateral, and marketing materials in

collaboration with cross-functional business partners

. Aided in the procurement and distribution of merchandise in helping

buyer with the development of business strategies to increase sales and

profitability

. Spearheaded team financials including monthly spending, forecasts, and

annual budget

. Functioned as project manager for new store openings, closings, and

renovations

. Rendered corporate support, executed merchandising strategies, and

assessed sales through frequent store visits

Newell Rubbermaid, Culinary Lifestyles Atlanta, GA

Marketing Services Coordinator 2012-2013

. Handled the trafficking of editor requests; coordination with agency

for product samples; and assistance with promotional events to maintain

external public relations

. Implemented editorial calendar development for digital and brand assets

such as email blasts, homepage banners, and social media

. Efficiently managed forecasting, fulfillment, creative production, and

collateral distribution for the bridal incentive program

Newell Rubbermaid, Calphalon Kitchen Outlets Atlanta, GA

Retail Coordinator 2008-2012

. Provided assistance to the buyer regarding the placement of initial

orders, pricing and promotional changes, reorders, and system updates

. Presided over national and district manager meetings

Gap Inc., Old Navy Division Alpharetta, GA

Regional Assistant 2007-2008

. Oversaw daily operations of the regional office involving scheduling,

communication, budgets, and administrative support to the senior

regional director

. Rendered support to the onboarding of new district managers and

regional assistants and directors

. Thoroughly assessed and observed key financial reports to support

business objectives and opportunities

Carter's/Oshkosh B'Gosh Atlanta, GA

Sales Support Analyst 2006-2007

. Provided effective support to the senior vice president of Carter's and

Oshkosh sales

. Created monthly sales report presentations for analysis, budgeting, and

forecasting purposes

. Coordinated events including national sales meetings and division

functions

. Generated flexible and complex travel itineraries, expenses, and

agendas for the executive management

. Closely worked with Sales Team regarding sales materials,

specifications, and product samples

Earlier Career

Elie Tahari New York, NY

Sales Assistant

Education

Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies ( Towson University

Baltimore, MD

Professional Development

Marketing Excellence Situational Leadership

Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) Certification

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word, and

Outlook) SAP/SRM TPM

GoldMine Navision Triversity Silverpop/Engage AS400 Salesforce

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