Manuel Figueroa
**** ******** **** ******, *** York, NY 10024 Ph: 254-***-**** ********.******.*******@*****.***
Automotive Salesperson
SUMMARY: Well-rounded multilingual, hospitality professional able to wear many hats. Sales leader who always aspires to motivate others, have the ability to build interpersonal relationships and rapport at all levels.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Languages
Fluent in English, Spanish and German. Conversational in French and Italian
Computer
Highly proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Selling
Highly persuasive individual who focuses on personalized customer service
Adaptability
Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under pressure
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Brand Ambassador - Valentino (Handbags), SAKS Fifth Ave 10/19—present
Immediately welcomes customers as they enter the area and proactively offers assistance
Provides a dynamic service presence to each location
Skilled at asking appropriate questions to identify a customer's needs in order to effectively provide them guidance or directions
Able to quickly assess customer needs in terms of: special occasion, vendors/product of interest, special language needs, how much time customer has, etc.
Demonstrates a high level of energy and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Able to understand a customer's concerns and quickly determine solutions with limited supervision
VIP Concierge Lounge Attendant, New York Marriott Marquis 10/18—02/19
Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications.
Support team to reach common goals.
Concierge Lead/German Wedding Tour Guide, Tui Group 02/16—08/17
Top Sales person in American soil & responsible to train other concierges
Act as a point of reference for hotel guests who need assistance or information.
Experienced in International clientele handling in all the mayor USA cities and Europe
Arrange Broadway shows, excursions, tours, transportation, etc. for the North-East of the US.
Handling cash and credit cards sales transactions.
Office Assistant, University of Maryland University College 06/11—06/14
Managed the university’s computer lab
Oversaw the online portal for downloading, proctoring and submitting exams for over one thousand students
Advised students on curriculum requirements and provided general guidance
EDUCATION
Marko Lampas Opera Studio – Manhattan, NY, Operatic Tenor student
University of Maryland University College – Adelphi, MD, Liberal Arts Associates Degree
Central Texas College – Killeen, TX, High School Equivalency Diploma