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Shawn James

Calgary,AB

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Service Coordinator

James Electric Motor Services Ltd
01.2018 - Current
  • Communicated customer feedback and complaints to team members to promote proper resolution.
  • Leveraged excellent negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing agreements with vendors and suppliers.
  • Streamlined internal processes by developing and implementing efficient sales tracking tools.
  • Boosted revenue growth by identifying new market opportunities and recommending targeted strategies to capitalize on them.
  • Provided technical expertise and recommendations to improve systems and processes, establish cost savings and increase productivity.
  • Assisted in preparing compelling proposals that successfully won competitive bids for high-value contracts.
  • Fostered positive relationships with team members to improve company culture and increase productivity.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services offered to customers.
  • Developed and enforced policies and procedures for compliance with company policies.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Improved communication flow between departments by fostering collaborative working relationships among coworkers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and improve customer service.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Oversaw the scheduling and dispatching of technicians, maximizing efficiency and minimizing delays in service delivery.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Initiated contact with appropriate service providers to request referrals and followed up to confirm appointments.
  • Served as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring overall satisfaction with services rendered.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize service operations and improve client experiences.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed efficient processes and procedures to achieve prompt delivery and completion of service projects.
  • Streamlined service coordination processes for improved team productivity and response times.
  • Managed and coordinated service teams to achieve successful completion of service projects.
  • Coordinated and monitored service activities to confirm work met all requirements.
  • Assessed customer needs and developed solutions to meet needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Established and maintained service schedules for several projects to help plan organize workload.
  • Communicated with clients and service providers to provide updates on work progress.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through regular follow-ups, keeping them informed about progress updates regarding their services requested or concerns raised.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers, leading to improved brand loyalty.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving field service issues promptly and effectively.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Technical Sales Specialist

James Electric Motor Services Ltd.
02.2013 - 01.2018
  • Contributed to team success by sharing best practices, collaborating on projects.
  • Attended local and national trade shows to discover new products and services for addition to company's current offerings.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies into customer environments.
  • Fulfilled orders and sourced products to meet rigorous customer delivery schedules.
  • Conferred with existing and potential customers to assess requirements and propose optimal solutions.
  • Effectively managed time and resources to ensure consistent achievement of sales objectives and high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Interacted with problematic accounts, helping to build lasting rapport and boosting revenue opportunities.
  • Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue.
  • Tracked customer and supply chain details for precise and timely fulfillment.
  • Developed a deep understanding of competitor offerings, enabling targeted marketing efforts that resulted in higher market share.
  • Clarified customer requests, forwarded product information and answered questions to support sales operations.
  • Collaborated with customers and asked questions to assess needs and budgets.
  • Established strong client relationships through excellent communication skills and product demonstrations.
  • Demonstrated products and specific features at customer locations and special events.
  • Attended product-related technical shows and other activities to represent company products and services.
  • Used [Software] to maintain company database with essential account and sales information.
  • Proactively sought out opportunities for professional development within the field of technical sales.
  • Educated customers on product features and benefits, tailoring explanations to their specific requirements with clear examples.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.

Bid Specialist

James Electric Motor Sevices Ltd.
02.2013 - 01.2018
  • Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
  • Mastered sales fundamentals, client relationship strategy and financial modeling.
  • Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
  • Reviewed and summarized requests for proposals and requests for quotes and shared pertinent information with wider team.
  • Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Improved overall bid quality by creating and maintaining a library of standard responses and templates.
  • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
  • Achieved higher bid success rates with thorough research and understanding of client requirements.
  • Conducted regular post-bid reviews to identify areas for continuous improvement and learning.
  • Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
  • Established lasting relationships with key stakeholders, delivering exceptional customer service throughout the bidding process.
  • Maximized profitability, conducting in-depth analysis of competitor positioning and pricing strategies.
  • Coordinated internal resources, ensuring seamless communication throughout the bidding process.
  • Managed multiple bids simultaneously, ensuring timely submission and adherence to strict deadlines.
  • Developed compelling proposals to secure new business opportunities in competitive markets.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Website Designer

James Electric Motor Services Ltd.
04.2006 - 11.2008
  • Improved website functionality by redesigning, updating and implementing JavaScript, CSS & HTML codes, plug ins and extensions.
  • Boosted web traffic by improving navigation and rectifying bottlenecks.
  • Wrote clear, clean code for various projects.
  • Developed user-friendly web forms with validation and error handling.
  • Analyzed source code to identify functionality issues.
  • Optimized website performance with efficient coding practices and regular debugging of the platform.
  • Developed visually appealing web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for increased user engagement.
  • Enhanced website user experience by implementing responsive design and improving site navigation.
  • Spearheaded production of page content such as visuals and text copy to meet project specifications.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Coordinated with marketing team members to align web content with overall marketing strategies and goals.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Technology

DeVry Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB

Certified in Software Design And Solutions

DeVry Institute of Technology
04.2023

Skills

  • Marketing Collaboration
  • Financial Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Customer Engagement
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self-Directed
  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Fabrication Service Coordinator

James Electric Motor Services Ltd
01.2018 - Current

Technical Sales Specialist

James Electric Motor Services Ltd.
02.2013 - 01.2018

Bid Specialist

James Electric Motor Sevices Ltd.
02.2013 - 01.2018

Website Designer

James Electric Motor Services Ltd.
04.2006 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Technology

DeVry Institute of Technology

Certified in Software Design And Solutions

DeVry Institute of Technology
Shawn James