David Shield Email & Phone Number

The Proposal Specialist provides analysis, response, support, and processing of various types of proposals and bids for the applicable Sales Team. Such documents may include: request for proposal(RFP), request for information (RFI), and request for quotation (RFQ). These are collectively referred to as "Proposal Documents." The Proposal Specialist maximizes company revenue and profit through wins and sales generated by responses to Proposal Documents.

Deerfield, Il

Providing Sales and Consulting services for new homebuyers and remodelers with pre-construction design selections, including exterior masonry materials, cabinetry, counter-tops, flooring & lighting. Educating clients on available products and design. Creating and presenting design concepts using detailed color boards and trims. Working with clients to create and adhere to budgets in all phases of the project. Consulted with clients to determine project scopes of work, including space planning, layout, and color schemes. Coordinated with clients, architects, construction personnel, installation personnel, and design team to achieve project deliverables. Maintained one of the highest Customer Satisfaction rating in the organization.

Barnes & Noble College Stores (Mit, University Of Chicago)

Creating a retail and services environment with standards of customer service, business knowledge and execution that meets and exceeds the expectations of elite educational institutions and a nationally respected academic retailer. Day to day oversight of all operations of a Multi-Department Academic Superstore. Responsibilities including, but not limited to: Human Resources, Payroll Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, P&L Ownership, Inventory control, Sales/Expense Budgeting and Projections, Client Engagement, Contract Renewals, Event Acquisition and Planning, Advertising and Marketing, Localized Online Store Maintenance and Marketing, Multi-Platform Merchandise Control and POS systems, Visual Merchandising, Food Safety and Quality Control (cafe).

Chicago, Il

Carpenter w/ specialties in Apartment Renovation, Decking, Concrete, Rough Framing