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Simon Murphy

New Harbour,Newfoundland

Summary

Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning Carpentry field inside and out. Used technical and sales background to support remote work to relocate from Ontario to Newfoundland. Looking to work locally in the trades.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Advocate

Flowium
02.2023 - 08.2023

Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.

  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
  • Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
  • Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.

Support Advisor

Shopify
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Served as primary point of contact for triaging technical issues.
  • Reviewed technical guidelines to verify compliance with information security standards and best practices.
  • Advised project managers on simultaneous technical workstreams, aiding in alignment of broader business goals.
  • Identified and demolished development roadblocks to prohibit slowed operations or halted productive development efforts.
  • Offered insight into standard methodologies and common obstacles faced by competing companies, based on experiences with past clients and third-party research.
  • Resolved program-level dependencies at risk of reducing efficiency by bottlenecking ongoing efforts.
  • Analyzed audit findings to detect operational weaknesses for referral to management as potential areas of development focus.

Finance Manager

401-Auto
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.
  • Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
  • Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
  • Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Approved loan applications based on customer creditworthiness and provided detailed financial advice.
  • Analyzed potential risks and evaluated loan products to identify suitable options for customers.

Painting and Caulking Foreman

Superior Caulking
04.2020 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.

Audio Visual Designer and Installer

Self-Employed
05.2008 - 03.2020
  • Managing installations of smart offices, and smart homes hardware budgetary responsibility of up to +$545,000 per project.
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Programmed and operated audio-visual equipment to support seamless live events.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operations and instill confidence in installed systems.
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
  • Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatrical Set & Lighting Design

York University
Toronto, ON
05.2008

Skills

  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Installation and Repair
  • General Carpentry
  • Experienced with Power and Hand Tools
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Team Player

Timeline

Sales Advocate

Flowium
02.2023 - 08.2023

Support Advisor

Shopify
02.2022 - 02.2023

Finance Manager

401-Auto
02.2021 - 11.2021

Painting and Caulking Foreman

Superior Caulking
04.2020 - 02.2021

Audio Visual Designer and Installer

Self-Employed
05.2008 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Theatrical Set & Lighting Design

York University
Simon Murphy