Vicki-Leigh Robinson
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager/Reception
Exponet
Beenleigh, Brisbane
12.2015 - 04.2016
- Screened and responded to emails, messages and other correspondence, freeing up senior management.
- Responded promptly to emails from customers and other departments within the organization.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors in order to secure favorable pricing for office supplies.
- Displayed professional standards at reception desk to impress visitors.
- Developed and implemented event plans, including budgets, venues, catering, décor, entertainment and special guests.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, partners, and suppliers.
- Handled client questions and concerns via different communication channels to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and vendors throughout the duration of an event.
- Managed event timelines, ensuring all milestones are met and communicated to relevant parties.
- Managed on-site logistics during events, such as registration set-up, audio and visual equipment setup and breakdown.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials for events.
- Facilitated communication between project managers and construction teams.
Retail Store Manager
NZ Uniforms
Highland Park, Auckland
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Worked closely with vendors to negotiate contracts for goods or services.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Increased store sales by cross-selling complementary items.
- Supervised cash drawer balances and deposits of store receipts.
Education
Music And Audio Institute of New Zealand
Auckland, NZ10-2011
Some College (No Degree) -
Pakuranga College
AucklandSkills
- Event planning
- Vendor management
- Budget management
- Project management
- Logistics coordination
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Supplier relations
- On-site execution
- Social media management
Affiliations
- Time spent with family and friends
- Spending time at the beach
- Long walks in nature
- Painting, crafts, and art
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Maori
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Manager/Reception
Exponet
12.2015 - 04.2016
Retail Store Manager
NZ Uniforms
01.2015 - 12.2015
Music And Audio Institute of New Zealand
Some College (No Degree) -
Pakuranga College