Kayla Hanvold
Fort St. John
Summary
Results-oriented professional well-versed in project coordination and process improvement. Known for driving initiatives that streamline operations and enhance productivity. Proven ability to foster teamwork and adapt to evolving project needs with focus on achieving objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
Brofort Inc.
06.2016 - 08.2023
- Remotely dispatching Brofort employees and sub-contractors to complete installations and tear-downs of merchandising displays for clients such as Apple, Microsoft, and L'Oréal, at various retailers in BC, AB, SK, MB, YT, and NT and occasionally eastern provinces
- Writing PO's, quotes, and invoices
- Maintaining databases, calendars, and timelines
- Ensuring brand standards and budgets are upheld across multiple concurrent projects
- Remotely managing installers/contractors in multiple time zones with frequent communications to ensure all information is clarified, equipment is on site, retailers are updated, and requirements are fulfilled
- Working with staff to accommodate their individual needs, maintaining morale and rapport
- Problem solving and troubleshooting issues promptly with clients and field staff
- Growing relationships with clients
- Handling confidential information for many brands
- Overseeing inventory and incoming and outgoing shipments at Brofort's Vancouver warehouse
Product Development Assistant
J N ALVIT LTD
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked directly with Head Designer to create a product line for the brand, Jude Neale Denim
- Sourced fabrics and trims, forecasted trends, and researched brand demographics
- Designed new styles, drafted patterns, and sewed samples
- Created/maintained technical drawings
- Performed fittings on fit models, took notes, and implemented technical and design changes
- Created and updated tech-packs and specs according to construction and fit requirements
- Communicated directly with manufacturer, including provision of tech packs and initial size runs
- Ensured garment measurements, sample quality, and size runs were all within tolerances, and discussed technical changes with manufacturer
- Developed brand logos, and packaging
- Pitched ideas for content development, photoshoots, and theme while maintaining brand identity
Key Holder
GYMBOREE
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Opened/closed sales floor and cash
- Reconciled till, and deposited cash to bank daily
- Responsible for maintaining corporate standards for unified displays
- Supervised sales associates, and managed returns/requests from customers
- Knowledgeable of products and procedures to provide accurate information to customers
- Continuously communicated with management as well as district and regional head office members to ensure efficiency of sales team and the sales floor
- Processed orders and new shipments to maintain stock of feature product
Administrative Assistant
Preissl Consulting
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
Education
College certificate - Digital Marketing
Jelly Academy
Fort St. John, BC07.2024
Diploma - Fashion Production and Design
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC06.2016
Skills
- Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Project Management
- Microsoft Outlook
- Document Management
- Adobe Suit and Creative cloud
- Project Coordination
- Google Suite
- Project Planning
- Scheduling
- Mac Platform
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Jelly Academy Digital Marketing Cert., 05/01/24, 06/30/24, Completed Jelly Academy's Digital Marketing Certificate program.
Timeline
Product Development Assistant
J N ALVIT LTD
07.2016 - 01.2017
Project Coordinator
Brofort Inc.
06.2016 - 08.2023
Key Holder
GYMBOREE
09.2014 - 01.2017
Administrative Assistant
Preissl Consulting
06.2013 - 05.2016
College certificate - Digital Marketing
Jelly Academy
Diploma - Fashion Production and Design
Vancouver Community College
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