VERA TITOV
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714-***-**** Cell 714-***-**** *****.*****@*******.***
Office Manager / Executive Assistant
A sophisticated and organized business leader with a consistent history of organizational support and outstanding record of delivering quality performance. Directed and implemented numerous strategic initiatives to cut costs and reduced office workflow. Developed personal and strategic relationships with business partners both domestically and internationally. A team builder with problem solving strengths that brings growth and enhanced motivation to the entire organization.
Comprehensive Knowledge & Experience
• Executive Administrative Support
• International Business Relationships
• Event/Trade Show Planning and Implementation
• Maintain All Office Equipment Including Phone Systems, Computers, Software, Copiers, Furniture & Printers
• Travel Concierge Management
• Established Office Operating Budget
• Purchasing & Multi-Vendor Coordination
• Sales Literature Design and Production
• Human Resource Policies Contribution
• Executive Administrative Support
• Developed Employees in MAS 200 Applications
• Board Meeting Agenda Preparation, Scheduling and Planning
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Professional, MAS 200, Quick Books
Professional Experience
Office Manager/Executive Assistant, L.A. Spas, Inc. - Anaheim, CA. 2000-9/2009
Multi-plant manufacturer of custom fiberglass and wood products with international markets and operations. Products were sold in United States, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. Highest quality product in the industry with sales of $25M and150 employees. Supported entire executive staff including CEO, President, CFO, VP, and Regional Operational Managers. Managed all office functions to insure continued productivity of office personnel.
Booked all travel arrangements including air, hotels and rental cars.
Designed and produced dealer communications, incentives and marketing announcements
Set up new dealers with branding packages and startup materials
Analyzed office expenses to reduce operating costs
Supervised installation of new phone systems
Maintained computer network, MAS 200 software and set up new computer users
Contributed to HR to develop and implement a new Employee Handbook
Planned, coordinated and implemented sales team training, annual dealer top sales reward trips domestically and internationally, board meetings and company luncheons
Negotiated discount rates with hotels resulting in 20% savings
Instrumental in development of product brochures and point of purchase materials for dealer network.
Developed and produced monthly sales reports, pricing documents for dealers, Product Owner’s Manuals, Warranty Forms
Moved printing of Manuals, Brochures and Warranty Forms in-house resulting in 50% savings
Developed retail showroom floor plans
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, Semicoa Semiconductors - Costa Mesa, CA 1992 – 2000
Manufacturer of semiconductors for military products. Products sold to leading military contractors including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Northrop and Honeywell. Produced high quality electronic products with sales of $10M and 80 employees. Instrumental in establishing positive relationships with technical customers.
Supervised Sales/Customer Service Representatives
Monitored and ensured all orders were processed according to contract requirements
Supervised meetings with vendors to negotiate contracts
Resolved consumer complaints and demands
Supervised installation of new manufacturing software and trained employees to operate it
Approved sales invoices prior to shipment of product
Reviewed and recommended new HR software for implementing reviews and job descriptions
Planned, coordinated and implemented with HR, Employee Morale/Performance Motivational Programs
Ensured that all month end reports and accounting closings were completed on schedule
Responsible for all office supplies, purchases and budget
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Mathematics - California State University at Los Angeles
Languages
Spanish, Russian