Tara Zimmermann
Airdrie,AB
Summary
Detail oriented Efficient with time Quick learner Friendly and outgoing Always eager to learn Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Optika Eyewear
01.2024 - Current
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with existing customers to maintain satisfaction levels and identify upsell opportunities.
- Organized time efficiently to maximize daily outreach efforts while also maintaining detailed records of all interactions in CRM system.
Operations Manager
Vernon Optometry
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
Administrative Assistant
UES Engineering
02.2009 - 03.2013
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
- Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Education
College diploma - Optical Sciences
NAIT
2019
High school diploma or GED -
Kalamalka Secondary School
Vernon2005
Skills
- Motivated Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Account Management
- Phone and Email Etiquette
- Multitasking ability
- Computer Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
References
- Laurie-Ann Nelson, Previous Co-Manager (Vernon Optometry), 250-808-9467
- Dr. Nancy Friessen, OD, 519-567-4808
- Tyler Underwood, P.Eng, UES Engineering, 250-320-3827
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Optika Eyewear
01.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Vernon Optometry
01.2017 - 08.2023
Administrative Assistant
UES Engineering
02.2009 - 03.2013
College diploma - Optical Sciences
NAIT
High school diploma or GED -
Kalamalka Secondary School
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