Dorothy Sprague
Ronkonkoma, NY *****
ad31ul@r.postjobfree.com
~ Actively seeking remote opportunities ~
Executive Administrative Support Event Planning & Meeting Coordination Calendar Management Proactive and reliable administrative professional with expert communication skills and experience supporting high-level executives. A trustworthy confidant who handles valuable personal and business information with the utmost discretion. Highly-organized with the ability to anticipate needs and pivot seamlessly when faced with shifting priorities. Naturally collaborative, efficient, and adept at streamlining processes. Areas of expertise include: ü Meeting Logistics & Preparation ü Client Relationship Management ü Gatekeeping & Time Management
ü General Correspondence ü Trade Show/Convention Logistics ü E-Mail Organization ü Sales Coordination ü Personal Assistance ü Dictation Work Experience
Office Manager
Final Touch Flooring Corp. - Ronkonkoma, NY
January 2018 to May 2022
A multifaceted role coordinating all aspects of office operations for this busy company specializing in commercial and residential carpeting and flooring.
• Handled a high volume of telephone and email requests regarding general inquiries, sales, and scheduling
• Managed all aspects of invoicing, billing, collections, price quoting, and onboarding new customers
• Scheduled and routed projects, ensuring to maximize the efficiency and productivity of installation crews
• Coordinated appointments and guided customers on tours of the showroom, fielding a wide range of inquiries and reviewing installation fees
• Managed vendor relationships and communicated regularly to place and track orders
• Navigated COVID-related supply chain issues by negotiating pricing and delivery timelines with vendors Executive Assistant
Designs for Vision, Inc. - Ronkonkoma, NY
January 2003 to December 2018
Sales Coordinator
January 2000 to December 2003
Served as an integral right-hand administrative support to the Vice President of Sales at this leading manufacturer of specialized optical products with 73 offices worldwide.
• Proactively managed the VP’s ever-changing business and personal Outlook calendars, scheduling client appointments, business meetings, and conference calls
• Ensured appointments were planned in a manner that avoided scheduling conflicts and double- bookings
• Scheduled and organized corporate luncheons, coordinating catering arrangements while adhering to strict dietary requirements; developed compelling presentations for meetings and special events
• Served as the VP’s telephone and in-person “gatekeeper”, protecting his valuable time and accessibility
• Reviewed, sorted, and prioritized the VP’s business and personal emails in an organized and efficient manner
• Performed dictation and drafted general correspondence (reports, documents, emails, and memoranda)
• Processed monthly commission reports using Excel for both in-house and outside Sales Representatives
• Directed all business relations and the distribution of company literature to generate sales leads
• Sales Coordinator responsibilities included supporting up to 55 inside and outside domestic Sales Representatives, coordinating sales leads, and organizing all trade show/convention logistics
• Acted as a key point-person, facilitating communication between Sales Representatives and prospects/ clients
• Maintained substantial telephone communication with medical professional prospects/clients (doctors, dentists, surgeons, etc.); coordinated prospect information with assigned Sales Representatives Education
Associate's
Skills
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (5 years)
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets) (7 years)
• QuickBooks
• Accounts Payable
• Outside Sales (10+ years)
• Calendar Management
• Personal Assistant Experience
• Accounts Receivable
• Customer Relationship Management (10+ years)
• Relationship Management
• Human Resources
Links
http://linkedin.com/in/dorothysprague