Rene Walker
West Orange, New Jersey ***** (***)-*87- 3896 ***.********@*****.***
SUMMARY
An aptitude for setting realistic goals, delegating responsibility, and following projects through to completion.
Excellent organization and time management skills, able to meet core deadlines and work on multiple tasks.
The ability to work in a group setting or individually.
Looking to develop in an environment, where my practical experience can be combined with my professional and educational background.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
Operations Management Inventory Management Executive Support
Communication Time Management Sales Professional
Project Management Customer Service Conflict Resolution
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Bed, Bath & Beyond Corporate, Union, NJ 9/2019- 7/2023
Administrative Assistant
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.
Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for entire store.
Coordinate and manage executive calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
Draft and edit internal and external communications, including emails, memos, and reports.
Organize and maintain office files, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
Respond to phone calls and emails, providing information and resolving inquiries.
Assist in event planning and coordination of office activities.
Baby & Me Maternity Concierge, Montclair, NJ 7/2017 – 11/2019
Project Manager / Executive Assistant
Provided executive level support to founder
Managed all calendar entries
Answered and screened high volume of incoming calls
Handled all client/visitor needs, including: scheduling, hospital tours and requests
Researched maternity products
Planned and managed events and tradeshow
Hansley-McLaurin & Associates, LLC Montclair, NJ 1/2016-7/2017
Receptionist/ Clerical Assistant (part-time)
Greeted clients and visitors
Handled incoming calls, emails and other communications
Handled inquiries and incoming work requests
Mail pickup at P.O, sort and distribute mail, FedEx, UPS, DHL
Created, maintained, and entered information into databases
Performed general office clerk duties and errands
SKILLS
Windows, Microsoft Office - MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, skilled in retail operations,
exceptional communication skills, strong problem-solving aptitude
EDUCATION
Crosby High School, Waterbury, Connecticut Diploma Earned