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Amy SoRelle
Amy SoRelle
adxx4l@r.postjobfree.com
Victoria, TX 77901
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Summary
I have a keen eye for structure and balence in a workplace. The quality of the finished product or the positive outcome of what the company represents is what means the most to me.
I have a keen eye for structure and balence in a workplace. The quality of the finished product or the positive outcome of what the company represents is what means the most to me.
Work experience
Designer
Designer
Self Employed - Victoria, TX
July 2019 to Present
Facilitate a strategy for clients to become more organized.
Worked closely with families as a whole to work up a game plan to become more aware that having a plan in place that would streamline the efforts to make there rooms of their home and offices a place of a neat and calming surroundings.
Taking the choas out is what my goal is. Teaching not only the adults but children are my specialty. Communicating at all levels is my strong point.
Prep Cook
Prep Cook
LA CARRETA MEXICAN RESTAURANT - Victoria, TX
March 2021 to January 2023
Prepared food items to be used by cook for assigned recipe. To include meats, vegetables, salsas rice and beans.
Maintain kitchen organization to include dishwashing, cleaning and daily food checks.
Made sure kitchen remained within code compliance of City Health Department.
Baker and Prep Cook
Baker and Prep Cook
Bella Bakery and Bistro - Victoria, TX
March 2018 to February 2019
Responsible for starting the days baked goods and lunch specials. This included baking items including croissants, quiches, cookies, muffins, pies, etc. Morning schedule would start at 3:30am every morning.
Project specialist Interiors
Project specialist Interiors
Lowe's - Victoria, TX
April 2017 to September 2017
Met with clients for interior remodeling. Met with Sub contractors. Made proposals for all jobs
Project manager
Project manager
Private Historical Home Victoria TX - Victoria, TX
October 2016 to April 2017
Worked on a historical home as the project manager. Worked the subcontractors in arras of plumbing, flooring, window coverings, paint and design. Formatted a timeline and budget and was able finish the large project in the time allotted for the client.
Sales and Office Manager
Sales and Office Manager
Tedford Distributors
April 2015 to October 2015
Service existing accounts/ customers in all types of flooring to include carpet, wood floors, ceramic and porcelain tiles as well as luxury vinyl flooring.
Obtain orders and establish new accounts by planning and organize daily schedule to call on existing or potential new accounts.
Measure residential and show samples in customer homes.
Utilize customer measurements in showroom and show appropriate flooring.
Submit customer orders by referring to price lists and appropriate literature.
Resolve customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; making recommendations to owner.
Utilize and implement marketing tools to grow new customer base at all times.
Daily organization of jobs in priority and assign appropriate installers for each job.
Maintain records on area and customer sales
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
General office organization is a priority.
Territory Manager
Territory Manager
Valspar Paint Corporation - Austin, TX
May 2013 to May 2014
Plan and prioritize sales activities and customer contact towards achieving agreed business aims, includes inventory and sales objectives
Manage product mix and shelf space according to agreed upon R.O.I targets
Work closely with store managers and internal business group personnel to meet product assortment goals and overall sales growth goals by store
Plan/carry out/support local marketing activities and integrate personal sales efforts with other organized marketing activities, ie. product launches, promotions, advertising and product demonstrations
Monitor and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports and information
Lead training sessions with store personnel and end consumers to ensure high level of accuracy in paint tinting, product knowledge and sales techniques
Conduct outside sales activities and customer contact in the commercial sales market through various communication measures, e.g., telephone contact, face-to-face, product demonstrations, and product launches
Work closely with internal commercial and business development group personnel to develop commercial sales product knowledge and to focus goals within regional target market and product mix
Provide high level of customer service in responding to customer complaints; escalate issues to appropriate personnel as required
Manage and control expenses within agreed upon budget
Assist retail customers with product purchase
Architectural Representative
Architectural Representative
Kelly Moore Paint Company
October 2008 to December 2011
Work with service and Architectural Firms, Specification Writers and Designers with assigned District or Districts.
Continually support Architectural Firms, Specification Writers, and Designers who list Kelly Moore as an approved manufacturer and work to change specifications and drawings to list Kelly Moore as an approved manufacturer when they were not prior.
Utilize company lead programs and information from architectural firms, specification writers and designers to generate project leads for sales force.
Work with Sales Representatives and District Sales Managers with submittals to get Kelly Moore accepted as a substitution where needed
Conduct presentations (lunch and learn or other opportunities) to Architectural Firms, Specification writers, and Designers.
Assist in developing programs based on market and industry demands that will provide Kelly Moore the opportunity to increase product specification in the construction industry.
Participate in district, regional and industry related organizations, trade shows, and conventions when the opportunities are available to further market Kelly Moore products and services.
Maintain good communications with DSM and Sales Representatives as directed by the Corporate Sales Manager.
Submit monthly accountability reports detailing weekly calls, presentations, etc. including details of next month's scheduled calls and planning.
Maintain daily account of all expenses incurred within approved expense guide lines and submit bimonthly expense reports along with supporting receipts.
Attend all company meetings, functions or training as directed by management.
Jauregui Architect Builder
Jauregui Architect Builder
Jauregui Architectural Builder - Victoria, TX
April 2005 to December 2007
Project Manager
• I was responsible for managing the construction of luxury homes that were within the range of 12,000-16,000 square feet.
• I was the project manager for their commercial projects to include pediatric and attorney's offices.
I worked with builders, designers and architects on a daily basis that all had a unified goal for a superior home and superior service to our clients.
• Acted as the sole liaison to the client during the construction process.
• Oversaw and maintained construction budgets.
• Accounted for allowances and processed all change orders.
• Managed the client daily.
• I did takeoffs for all tiles, hardware and plumbing that went into our homes.
• Placed all orders for the materials with a wide array of vendors.
• Did extensive product research for products going into the homes.
• Client and company satisfaction was my number one goal.
Estimator
Estimator
Kelly Paint and Decorating - Victoria, TX
December 2003 to March 2005
Read commercial blueprints and estimate materials for contractor using online takeoff program.
Assemble information on a spreadsheet and submit to contractor.
Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Toombs Way Interiors - Victoria, TX
June 1996 to December 2003
Developed and built an Interior decorating business from the ground up
Developed an extensive client base.
Provided home and business consultations for new construction and remodel.
Designed window treatments, blinds, bedding and furniture for contract fabrication.
Set up vendor accounts with a large array of suppliers.
Responsible for accounts payable and receivable.
Provided on and off site management of sub-contractors.
Acted as sub-contractor for providing Faux finishes for clients.
Decorator and sales associate
Decorator and sales associate
Interiors by Sherry - Victoria, TX
January 1993 to June 1996
Provided in home consultations for carpet, tile, wallpaper, bedding, window treatments and blinds.
Drafted proposals for all jobs.
Maintained customer jobs in progress
In store sales associate for carpet, tile, fabric and wallpaper.
Sales
Sales
Tisdale's Flooring and Design - Victoria, TX
January 1990 to January 1993
Worked as an in-store sales associate.
Became an expert on all types of flooring to include carpet, ceramic and hardwoods, window coverings and blinds
Assisted on takeoffs for flooring
Started working with designer doing home consultations.
Education
High school or equivalent
High school or equivalent
Faith Christian Academy - Victoria, TX
1987
Skills
Computer literacy
Management
Account reconciliation
Account reconciliation
Cashiering
Time management
Program Developmen
Account Management
Sales
Dispatching
Sales Management
Microsoft Office, Internet, Adobe
Microsoft Office, Internet, Adobe - 10 years
Microsoft Office
Outside Sales
Construction Experience
Construction Experience
Word processing
Interior Design
Restaurant experience
Bookkeeping
Procurement
Negotiation
Cash Handling
English
Expense Management
Serving
Data Entry
Blueprint Reading
Hotel experience
Salesforce
Microsoft Word
Administrative Experience
Administrative Experience - 10 years
Property management
Presentation Skills
Remodeling
Customer Service
Front desk
Certifications and licenses
Food Handler
Food Handler
September 2018 to September 2023
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