Miranda LePard
Product Advisor
Calgary,AB
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Years of Procurement Experience
7
7
Years in Management
Work History
Product Advisor
Platinum Mitsubishi
Calgary, AB
09.2022 - Current
- Listened to clients and introduced solutions to satisfy business and personal needs.
- Qualified buyers by matching requirements and interests to various car or truck models and discussing finance options.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
- Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
- Put together contract documents, finalized sales and set up service plans.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with new and existing customers.
Procurement Manager
Alt Vape Inc
Calgary, AB
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Identified cost-effective vendors and set up favorable contracts, saving $250K per year in cost of goods and shipping expenses.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasing operations.
Sales Associate
CoolVape Inc
Calgary, AB
05.2015 - 08.2020
- Helped over 100 customers per day and curated each specific order to their needs.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using pallet jack.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
Door to Door Sales Representative
Green Drop Lawn Care
Calgary, AB
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Learned and implemented consultative selling skills to identify opportunities, overcome objections and close sales.
- Traveled by foot or automobile to deliver or sell merchandise or services.
- Traveled to average of 80 doors daily with 10% success rate for lawn care program sales.
- Consulted with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and provide ongoing support.
- Used scripts or persuasive sales techniques to convince clients in purchasing lawn care programs.
Line Cook
Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria
Calgary, AB
03.2013 - 05.2014
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared average of 80 orders each shift.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2014
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- MS Office
- Data Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Product Advisor - Platinum Mitsubishi
09.2022 - Current
Procurement Manager - Alt Vape Inc
10.2020 - 09.2022
Sales Associate - CoolVape Inc
05.2015 - 08.2020
Door to Door Sales Representative - Green Drop Lawn Care
06.2014 - 09.2014
Line Cook - Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria
03.2013 - 05.2014
Lord Beaverbrook High School - High School Diploma,