Karen Bowie
Miramichi,NB
Summary
Organized professional with a background in nutrition supplement sales and office administration. Known for high productivity levels and the ability to efficiently complete tasks, ensuring smooth operations. Strong capabilities in multitasking and prioritizing workloads. Excel through communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to team success and operational excellence.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Supplements Clerk
Natures Emporium
Newmarket, Ontario
11.2015 - 07.2022
- Assisted customers with supplement inquiries in a very busy large whole foods store and ensured all shipments of product were processed In a timely manner.
- Attended extensive product knowledge trainings from suppliers such as AOR, Can Prev, Natural Factors, New Roots, Genestra
- Training was extensive for educating customers about vitamins, herbal, probiotics, homeopathic, fish oils, medicinal mushrooms.
Medical Transcriptionist/Receptionist
Canadian Vascular Labs
Newmarket, Ontario
09.2010 - 10.2015
- Produced high-quality transcripts while meeting tight deadlines set by Dr. Gupta Vascular Surgeon
- Reviewed transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established procedures.
- Utilized multiple computer applications to complete work assignments accurately and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices for busy vascular surgeons practice.
- Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
Print Media Buyer
Loblaws Supermarkets Limited
Toronto, Ontario
10.1987 - 06.2005
- Implemented distribution of weekly flyers in Ontario for 5 food banners to 3 million households ensuring all deadlines were met with newspapers and distributors
- Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated changes in distribution patterns based on market conditions and household demographics.
Administrative Assistant
J. Walter Thompson Ltd.
Toronto, Ontario
04.1983 - 09.1987
- Provided Administrative support for DeBeers diamond account.
- Coordinated press receptions, client presentations and trade shows.
- Processed consumer trade inquiries relating to diamonds.
Education
Registered Holistic Nutritionist R.H.N -
Canadian School of Natural Nutrition
Richmond Hill, ON06-2006
Diploma in Acupuncture (D.Ac) -
Canadian College of Holistic Health
Richmond Hill, ON06-2002
Fashion Merchandising Diploma - Marketing Management - Retail Marketing Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York06-1979
High School Diploma -
Sir Sanford Fleming Secondary School
Toronto, ON06-1976
Skills
- Sales expertise and extensive product knowledge of supplements
- Office Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Excellent Client Service Skills
Timeline
Supplements Clerk
Natures Emporium
11.2015 - 07.2022
Medical Transcriptionist/Receptionist
Canadian Vascular Labs
09.2010 - 10.2015
Print Media Buyer
Loblaws Supermarkets Limited
10.1987 - 06.2005
Administrative Assistant
J. Walter Thompson Ltd.
04.1983 - 09.1987
Registered Holistic Nutritionist R.H.N -
Canadian School of Natural Nutrition
Diploma in Acupuncture (D.Ac) -
Canadian College of Holistic Health
Fashion Merchandising Diploma - Marketing Management - Retail Marketing Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Sir Sanford Fleming Secondary School
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