John Sarabia

Linkedin.com/in/jsarabia* 224-***-**** ad4p3h@r.postjobfree.com Mount Prospect, IL

Professional Summary

Seeking a fulfilling career in the marketing/business world to apply academic knowledge, gain practical experience, & form lasting connections. Inspired by a passion for helping others, my natural curiosity & extroverted personality make me a strong fit for a career in marketing. I am eager to network & put my skills & personality to the test but grow professionally as well. Education

Illinois State University – Normal, IL 2022

Bachelor of Science, Marketing - Professional Sales Prospect High School - Mount Prospect, IL

High School Diploma, 2018

Work History

Circle Logistics – Chicago, IL

Business Development, 04/2023 – 03/2024

• Closed multiple RFPs & Enterprise level companies, largest of which was a single deal valued over $x,xxx,xxx, for an expanding retail provider from overseas

• Collaborated under a team that produced half of the company’s gross profit $XX million

• Pitched to numerous high level/executive staff to push the thread on the deals

• Turned our weakest division into our strength, going from $0 weekly tanker sales to $120,000 monthly Filtran, llc – Des Plaines, IL

Strategic Sourcing Specialist, 05/2022 – 02/2023

• Met/Surpassed daily output goals of 90% or higher

• Contributed to the efficient operation of the warehouse & played a crucial role in ensuring smooth product flow

• Prepared products for shipment, loading/unloading trucks, using forklifts, conducting inventory checks Rivian Automotive, Inc – Normal, IL

Quality Specialist, 01/2022 – 05/2022

• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to increase product reliability & reduce waste

• Conducting inspections & testing of components/vehicles to ensure compliance with specifications

• Addressing quality issues/defects, working with cross-functional teams to identify root causes & implement corrective actions Delta Vapes – Bloomington, IL

Manager, 01/2021 – 01/2022

• Boosted sales from $0 to generating over $100,000 gross revenue by Q2, then reinvested in advertising efforts

• Implemented effective marketing campaigns utilizing social media & promotional materials to reach target audience

• Skillfully onboarded & trained staff while fostering strong relationships with customers

• Secured favorable deals with suppliers & distributors to sustain competitive pricing advantage Leadership & Involvement

Pi Sigma Epsilon - Illinois State University January 2019 - April 2020 Market Research Director, 01/2019 – 05/2020

• Assumed responsibility for conducting & overseeing all market research activities, both internally & for external clients.

• Conceptualized & introduced "PSE Consulting" as a solution to provide market research services to local communities.

• Assisted two clients, a local business & a nonprofit, in developing & executing customized market research plans.

• execution of the marketing event, "Bingo with the Gamma Zetas," which attracted numerous sponsors & raised over $1000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

Business Week - Illinois State University January 2020 - February 2020 Mentor 01/2020 – 03/2020

• Engaged in two professional seminars involving professional speakers & dinner etiquette

• Participated in two seminars to enhance mine & mentee overall professional skills - post graduation

• Conducted 52 individual interviews to refine interview techniques & enhance professional demeanor over a 8-week period Skills & Certificates

Microsoft Office/Adobe Creative Cloud

Management/Leadership

Bilingual (Spanish)

SOIL/CPR Certified

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