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Sugar Land, Texas

Executive Assistant to VP, Executive Accounts

Sugar Land, Texas, United States

Executive Assistant to the VP, Executive Accounts

Houston, Texas Area

Coordinated multiple schedules and travel for 5 executives including C-Suite management; reconciled corporate credit card statements and processed invoices. Prioritized communication and responses based on need; prepared budget, reports, memos, and presentations. Generated monthly competitor tracking reports for TX and LA markets. Managed office tasks including supply orders, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance.• Lowered hotel accommodation expenses by 15% after negotiating contracts following regional expansion.• Brokered purchase, shipment, and assembly cost of 150 chairs at 55% less than cost; narrowed down potentialoptions with local area distributors and leveraged competing offers.• Organized 6+ annual corporate and community events with 300+ attendees; increased fundraiser income from $1K+ to $10K+ after taking over division.

Houston, Texas Area

Supported 3 executives in managing calendars, travel, filing, expense reports, and company credit card reconciliation. Directed staff service tracking database and floating manager weekly payroll/schedules. Maintained divisional organizational charts website using used PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint.• Compiled reports and graphs tracking OOSs with explanations; sorted by district, merchandiser, and area.• Managed data entry and reporting for Secret Shopper feedback; relayed staff performance issues to stores drivingadditional improvements and necessary training.• Received Associate of the Quarter 3 times based on performance, attitude, and engagement.

Houston, Texas Area

Created capacity for HR director by completing daily tasks. Coordinated drug screenings, background checks, new hire paperwork, and entry-level interviews. Planned division activities holiday parties, United Way campaigns, blood drives, and employee product sales. Utilized KRONOS for HR employees payroll; addressed staff complaint line and investigated issues.• Presented orientation program for 15+ new entry-level hires each week resulting in higher retention rate.• Maintained performance management/succession planning database and assisted leaders with meeting deadlines;helped staff achieve manager and personal goals.

Houston, Texas Area

Assistant to the Compensation and Benefits Manager

United States

United States