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Proven leader with talent to lead sales personnel in a high-paced, deadline-driven retail environment. Purposely build cohesiveness among teams; train new and existing staff, supervisors, and managers in all aspects of operations. Strong speaker and keen ability to enhance productivity through strategic alliances with other departments.

 

Dynamic Leadership          Cost Reduction and Avoidance          Supervision/Personnel Management          Product Launch / Rollouts          Project/Program Initiatives

Sales Management          P & L Accountability          Brand Management          Marketing Strategies          Operations Management

 

 

Novamex, Chicago, IL                                                          12/2003 to Present

Retail Sales Manager (01/2008 to Present)

• Direct the professional success of 5 sales representatives; monitor the progress of 7 major grocery units and handle promotions and marketing initiatives for 100 stores.

Key Accomplishments

-         Led the Chicago team during retraining and reorganization which resulted in unprecedented success.

-         Planned and implemented sales budgets for each representative and accurately handle a personal budget of $15K to $20K.

 

New Projects Manager                                                     12/2003 to 12/2007

• Determined the demand for products offered by organization and its competitors and identified potential markets
• Developed pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing profits or share of the market while ensuring customers are satisfied.
• Oversaw product development or monitor trends that indicated the need for new products and services.
• Directed the professional success of Chicago and Texas sales reps through formal training and one-on-one discussions.
• Managed special projects from conception to finalization including project delivery schedule, prioritization, and leading the product development process.
• Advised marketing and sales personnel on the use and implementation of POP and POS material.
• Interacted with distributors and store owners to present briefings on new products.
• Prepared and verified sales reports by brand and by region (Texas and the Midwest) for management.

Key Accomplishments

-         Spearheaded the rollout of several food and beverage items throughout Chicago and Texas by launching effective marketing strategies.

-         Oversee all local promotions for new and existing products from concept through execution including vents such as Copa Refrescos de Mexico .

-         Cultivated a profitable route for a 4-member sales team and updated each 3 months.

-         Expedited accurate launches of beverage line extensions: 3 new flavors for JARRITOS : Mango, Sandia, and Lima-limon. New flavor for Mundet : Manzana Verde. 3 new flavors for Mineragua : Toronjada, Limonada, and Naranjada. 

 

 

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DePaul University, Chicago, IL                                                            09/2000 to 12/2003        

Bridge Program Coordinator/Admission Counselor

• Facilitated conditional admission program focusing on the recruitment of 1^st generation attendees and minority students within a recruitment territory of 35 Chicago Public High Schools. 
• Implemented strong verbal and written communication to draft publications and mailings including conversion of English materials to Spanish and briefing potential students on admissions procedures. 
• Utilized bilingual abilities to communicate with Spanish student population, present financial aid information, and edit Spanish publications.
• Served as primary contact for Spanish speaking population.
• Conducted admission and financial aid presentations in Spanish. Edited all Spanish publications/mailings.
• Monitored students' academic progress throughout the duration of their conditional admit period. Organized and conducted orientation program for admitted students. 
• Developed orientation program in Spanish to accommodate Spanish speaking parents (first time ever done). 

Key Accomplishments

-         Rendered a decision on 400+ applications for the Bridge Program and 700+ applications for admission eligibility. 

-         Established professional relationships with community outreach programs targeting Latino and African-American students (i.e. Target Hope, ASPIRA, and College Summit). 

-         Co-instructed a 10-week DePaul University/Chicago orientation course entitled, Discover Chicago . 

 

 

 

BA in Political Science/Spanish, 2000 ~ DePaul University, Chicago, IL