Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Affiliations
Timeline
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Uwadiae Elijah

Vancouver,Canada

Summary

Results-driven and versatile professional with a proven track record of excelling in diverse customer-facing and organizational roles. Demonstrated expertise in providing exceptional customer service, handling complex retail sales operations, supporting project management initiatives, and creating a welcoming environment as a Greeter/Door Attendant. Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage time effectively. Adept at problem-solving and teamwork, with a commitment to ensuring a positive and memorable customer experience. Technologically proficient and adaptable, able to contribute to a wide range of responsibilities within dynamic work settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Night Auditor/Front Desk Receptionist

Moda Hotel
Vancouver, British Columbia
12.2023 - Current
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Address guest inquiries and resolve any concerns to ensure an excellent guest experience.
  • Assist in managing guest services, providing recommendations for dining and entertainment

Construction Laborer

employment specialists
Vancouver, Canada
01.2023 - Current
  • Worked safely in all weather conditions, adhering closely to OSHA and company requirements
  • Avoided unnecessary delays by keeping tools, equipment, and vehicles ready for any need
  • Cleaned and prepared surfaces for finish work
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities

Hotel Manager

Protea Hotel Benin City
Benin, Nigeria
01.2019 - 11.2022
  • Increased hotel business through multifaceted marketing strategies
  • Centered operations around consistently achieving business plan objectives, forecasted revenue and budget targets
  • Maintained professional property standards by regularly inspecting facilities and correcting problems
  • Protected hotel from unnecessary liability by carefully following employment laws, business regulations and safety standards

Sales Associate

Spar Mart
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Resolved guest issues by working with customer service

Project Management Assistance

Cyerspace Limited
Benin, Nigeria
04.2016 - 01.2019
  • Obtained and analyzed basic reporting metrics
  • Presented project status updates to customers and collected feedback for review
  • Established project roadmaps covering objectives, schedules and budget
  • Managed project documentation and deliverables by version
  • Outlined human and material resources required to successfully complete project

Retail Sales Associate

Spar Mart
Benin, Nigeria
01.2015 - 04.2018
  • As a Retail Sales Associate at Spar Mart, I was responsible for providing exceptional customer service, maintaining store cleanliness, managing inventory, and contributing to the business's success
  • My key responsibilities included greeting customers, operating POS operations, maintaining product knowledge, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized store environment, upselling and cross-selling products, team collaboration, cash handling, loss prevention, and adhering to store policies
  • I consistently exceeded sales targets, received positive customer feedback, and demonstrated strong teamwork skills
  • My achievements include consistently exceeding monthly sales targets, receiving positive feedback, and demonstrating strong teamwork skills
  • Updated pricing and signage to advertise sales or seasonal products

Education

M.D. - Business Administration

University Canada West
Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Canada
10-2024

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication

University of Benin
Benin
06.2020

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Business Administration

University of Benin
Benin
02.2020

Skills

  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Solving
  • Sales and Upselling
  • Technology Proficiency
  • Data Entry

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional
  • CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management

Accomplishments

  • Successfully managed a 10 million naira project, reducing completion time by 20%, streamlining communication by creating dashboards, and presenting status reports to senior management.
  • Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets by 15%, received 'Employee of the Month' award, developed a customer loyalty program, and assisted in training new team members, resulting in a 20% increase in repeat business and customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced the guest experience by providing a warm atmosphere, managing an efficient guest queuing system, training a team of greeters, receiving 'Employee of the Quarter' award, and enforcing COVID-19 safety protocols.

References

  • Mitchell Walsh, Branch Manager, employment specialists, 6045183488, mitch@employmetspecialists.ca, employer for the past one year.
  • Jacqueline, Assistant Manager, employment specialists, 6043142406, Current assistant manager where I work.
  • Madeleine Montazeri, Professor, University Canada West, madeleine.montazeri@myucwest.ca, Professor during my foundation course in my master's in business administration.
  • DR. Asif Ali Rahman, professor, university canada west, Email: asifali.rahman@ucanwest.ca (639) 997 1499

Affiliations

  • Community Outreach Volunteer
    Participated in local community outreach programs, assisting in organizing food drives and neighborhood clean-up events to improve community welfare and foster social responsibility.
  • Public Speaking and Debate Club Member
    Engaged in regular debate sessions and public speaking workshops, honing communication skills and learning to present ideas confidently and persuasively.
  • Hotel Industry Networking Group
    Actively involved in a hospitality professionals' network, attending events and webinars to stay updated on industry trends and innovation

Timeline

Night Auditor/Front Desk Receptionist

Moda Hotel
12.2023 - Current

Construction Laborer

employment specialists
01.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Spar Mart
01.2022 - 01.2022

Hotel Manager

Protea Hotel Benin City
01.2019 - 11.2022

Project Management Assistance

Cyerspace Limited
04.2016 - 01.2019

Retail Sales Associate

Spar Mart
01.2015 - 04.2018
  • PMP - Project Management Professional
  • CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management

M.D. - Business Administration

University Canada West

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication

University of Benin

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Business Administration

University of Benin
Uwadiae Elijah