Experienced Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of experience working in a multinational firm. Detailed knowledge of business terminologies and standard practices. Committed and passionate with a focus on professionalism.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Office Supervisor
Dubai Economic Department
Dubai
09.2018 - Current
Reporting to management and performing secretarial duties.
Processing, typing, editing, and formatting reports and documents.
Filing documents, as well as entering data and maintaining databases.
Liaising with internal departments and communicating with public.
Directing internal and external calls, emails, and faxes to designated departments.
Arranging and scheduling appointments, meetings, and events.
Monitoring office supplies and ordering replacements.
Assisting with copying, scanning, faxing, emailing, note-taking, and travel bookings.
Preparing facilities and arranging refreshments for events, if required.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
Observing best business practices and etiquette.
Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers
Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements
Communicated corporate objectives to various divisions to meet deadlines and adhere to company budgets
Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets for personnel
Worked on inventory and supply use procedures to enhance efficient and economical use of equipment and supplies
Assessed personnel performance and implemented incentives and team-building events to boost morale
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving
Reviewed client and staff feedback and made appropriate business adjustments to meet needs and address concerns
Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance
Oversaw work processes and performed quality control tasks to increase revenue and reduce production times
Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees
Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings
Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports
Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping
Coordinated special projects and managed schedules
Maintained computer and physical filing systems
Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity
Sourced vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts
Sales Representative
Dr.Scent
Sharjah
09.2017 - 09.2018
Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits
Meeting or exceeding sales goals.
Negotiating all contracts with prospective clients.
Helping determine pricing schedules for quotes, promotions, and negotiations.
Preparing weekly and monthly reports.
Giving sales presentations to range of prospective clients.
Coordinating sales efforts with marketing programs.
Understanding and promoting company programs.
Obtaining deposits and balance of payment from clients.
Preparing and submitting sales contracts for orders.
Visiting clients and potential clients to evaluate needs or promote products and services.
Maintaining client records.
Answering client questions about credit terms, products, prices, and availability.
Revitalized product revenues to over 10000 in one year
Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions
Business Travel Consultant
Dnata
Dubai
07.2006 - 09.2008
Research, explore and study different travel destination options
Research destination and travel prices, customs, weather conditions, reviews etc.
Research and study clients’ specifications and wishes
Suggest suitable travel options that best suite clients' needs
Plan and organize travels
Book tickets, reserve accommodation, organize rental transportation
Inform clients and provide useful travel material such as guides, maps and event programs
Collect deposits and balances
Offer and promote different services and offerings
Keep learning about latest industry trends
Attend webinars, conferences and other educational programs
System Support Engineer-Hybrid Infrastructure at Dubai Integrated Economic ZonesSystem Support Engineer-Hybrid Infrastructure at Dubai Integrated Economic Zones