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Beatrice Edwards

Bedford

Summary

Accomplished Project Coordinator/Manager with a proven track record at Toromont Cat, enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction through expert time management and problem-solving skills. Spearheaded multiple projects, optimizing resource allocation and reducing invoice discrepancies, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Coordinator

Toromont Cat
09.2022 - Current
  • Successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Enhancing team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Liaising between departments to facilitate communication to keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Managing budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
  • Preparing and submitting project invoices for review and approval.
  • Reducing invoice discrepancies by consistently monitoring accounts receivable and following up on outstanding balances.
  • Managing projects from procurement to commission.
  • Maintaining open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers. Therefore, delivering exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Monitoring progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.

Sales/Rental Coordinator

Hewitt Equipment /Toromont Cat
02.2014 - 09.2022
  • Worked closely with the sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
  • Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Liaised with management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate inventory management solutions.
  • Maintained organized electronic filing system for easy access of critical billing documents, optimizing workflow for the entire team.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in billing procedures, effectively resolving discrepancies and improving customer satisfaction; both for Rental and New Sales
  • Computed and created purchase orders for all rental related transportation

Project Coordinator

Hewitt Equipment
12.2008 - 02.2014
  • Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
  • Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
  • Tracked labor hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
  • Assembled shop drawings and manuals for customer approval from both Caterpillar and vendor-supplied product data sheets and submittal information.
  • Prepared purchase orders, ensuring accurate data entry and timely communication with suppliers. Checked items received against items ordered by verifying receipts.
  • Researched suppliers based on availability, quality, selection, and price.

Education

Certificate - Comprehensive Project Management

Sobey School of Business/ Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS
03.2023

Diploma - Computer Fundamentals

Career College
Halifax, NS
12.1999

Diploma - Secretarial

Nova Scotia Community College
Stellarton, NS
05.1991

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Detail Oriented
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Organizational Performance

Timeline

Project Coordinator

Toromont Cat
09.2022 - Current

Sales/Rental Coordinator

Hewitt Equipment /Toromont Cat
02.2014 - 09.2022

Project Coordinator

Hewitt Equipment
12.2008 - 02.2014

Certificate - Comprehensive Project Management

Sobey School of Business/ Saint Mary's University

Diploma - Computer Fundamentals

Career College

Diploma - Secretarial

Nova Scotia Community College

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