William Zytkowicz
***** ** **** **, *******, WA *8053
**********@*****.*** 425-***-****
Professional Summary
Technically savvy and customer-oriented sales professional with extensive experience in the wine and spirits industry. Adept at engaging diverse audiences, driving high-end sales, and cultivating long-term client relationships. Expertise in POS systems, store operations, and social media marketing. Background in web development and SharePoint solutions, demonstrating strong technical acumen.
Core Competencies
High-end sales & customer service
Wine, whiskey, and cigar expertise
Retail & on-premise sales
POS systems & store operations
Social media marketing
Web development & SharePoint
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project)
Professional Experience
Collabera (FitMyFoot.com Costco Roadshow)
Sales Associate (January 2024 – March 2024)
Engaged retail customers at Costco locations, promoting custom insoles and sandals.
Educated customers on product benefits, focusing on comfort and injury prevention.
Redmond Ridge Spirits, Redmond, WA
Sales Associate (September 2021 – November 2023)
Provided expert guidance on whiskey, cigars, and wines to retail and on-premise customers.
Managed POS transactions, inventory, merchandising, and order processing.
Built and maintained a client base from past industry experience.
BevMo, Bellevue, WA
Sales Associate (November 2020 – February 2021, Seasonal)
Specialized in spirits and wine sales, offering high-level customer service.
Assisted with merchandising and POS transactions.
Total Wine & More, Bellevue, WA
Wine & Spirits Associate (July 2015 – November 2020)
Specialized in spirits sales, particularly Scotch, bourbon, and American whiskey.
Led private classes and special events for groups of 10–50, developing educational content.
Assisted in merchandising and inventory management.
Orvis, Bellevue, WA
Sales Associate (September 2018 – September 2019 & July 2012 – March 2014)
Provided sales expertise in fly fishing and men’s apparel.
Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales targets.
Conducted private casting instruction sessions.
Independent Web Services Consulting, Redmond, WA
Web Developer & Social Media Expert (July 2008 – Present)
Designed and implemented small business websites and social media strategies.
Managed client accounts across Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.
Idax, Renton, WA
Traffic Data Collection Specialist (June 2014 – June 2015)
Conducted data collection for traffic and parking studies.
Previous Experience in Web Development & Consulting
Roles at Microsoft, CIBER, Allyis, Simplicity Consulting, and Merrill Lynch
SharePoint Developer & Project Manager (2007-2008)
ASP.NET Web Developer for T-Mobile (2003-2007)
Web Developer for Pointshare Corporation (2000)
Education
Bellevue Community College – MCSE Fast Track Program (Completed 2003)
University of Washington Extension College – Career development courses
University of Washington – Political Science, Engineering & Computer Science coursework
Issaquah High School – Graduated with a 3.78 GPA
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project)
Web development: Visual Studio, SharePoint
Social media platforms: Facebook (Meta), LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter
POS systems & retail management
Certifications & Training
Fly Fishing Casting Instructor
Various Microsoft and SharePoint training programs