Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Victoria Higuita

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in small business operations and strategic planning, notably at Emuna Candles. Excelled in customer relations and operations management, driving significant growth. Skilled in team management and negotiation, adept at fostering relationships and achieving objectives.

Results-oriented professional with strong business background. Skilled in overseeing financial, operational, marketing and customer service areas. Proven abilities in launching and growing successful businesses.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Owner

Emuna Candles
02.2024 - Current

* Product development: Supervising the research and development of new products, ensuring that candles meet quality standards and market trends.
* Inventory and supply management: Managing the inventory of raw materials such as wax, wicks, fragrances, and dyes. Ensuring that materials are consistently available for production without excess stock.
* Sales and marketing strategy: Creating and executing marketing plans to promote the candles, including social media ads, advertising campaigns, and the creation of an e-commerce website. Overseeing sales strategies to increase revenue.
* Expansion planning: Developing growth and expansion plans for the business, including the possibility of entering new markets or diversifying the product offering.

Administrative Assistant

H20 Clean UP
02.2023 - 06.2024

* Report preparation: Creating periodic reports on the company's activities, including the number of projects completed, costs, and team performance.
* Compliance with regulations and internal processes: Ensuring that all cleaning services are performed in accordance with safety and environmental regulations, as well as the company's internal procedures.
* Customer service and administrative support: Assisting customers by answering inquiries about cleaning services, scheduling interventions, and following up on requests.
* Contract and documentation management: Managing customer contracts, ensuring that the terms and conditions are met, and keeping all related documentation organized and up to date.

Administrative Office Assistant

1Tel Communications
01.2021 - 12.2022

* Contract and documentation management: Managing customer and supplier contracts, ensuring that all documentation is properly filed and up to date.
* Customer service and administrative support: Providing assistance to customers regarding billing, contracted services, and resolving any administrative issues related to accounts.
* Inventory control: Overseeing the inventory of equipment and materials, ensuring availability for the installation and maintenance of telecommunications services.
* Billing and collections management: Generating and controlling invoices for services rendered, following up on payments, and managing outstanding collections.

Assistant Manager Process

Bancolombia
02.2007 - 03.2008

* Processing international transfers: Verifying and managing remittance requests, ensuring all details are correct and funds are sent appropriately.
* Customer service: Providing support to customers regarding the status of their remittances, resolving inquiries and issues related to transfers.
* Currency and exchange rate management: Monitoring and correctly applying exchange rates to international transactions, ensuring amounts are converted accurately.
* Report generation: Preparing periodic reports on the volume and performance of international transfers, analyzing the department’s performance.

Education

No Degree - College Diploma in INCOTERMS

University Luis Amigo
Medellin Colombia
08-2008

Skills

  • Recruiting and training
  • Small business operations
  • Customer relations
  • Operations management
  • Team management
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory control
  • Business planning
  • Marketing
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Business administration

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Company Owner

Emuna Candles
02.2024 - Current

Administrative Assistant

H20 Clean UP
02.2023 - 06.2024

Administrative Office Assistant

1Tel Communications
01.2021 - 12.2022

Assistant Manager Process

Bancolombia
02.2007 - 03.2008

No Degree - College Diploma in INCOTERMS

University Luis Amigo
Victoria Higuita