Sarah Woodward

A results-oriented professional with excellent qualifications in SALES/MARKETING, BUYING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PUBLIC RELATIONS, TRAINING and MANAGEMENT. Possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Very resourceful and adaptable.

Resolve problems with tact and diplomacy. Motivated and enthusiastic towards customers and co-workers. Exhibit a flexible attitude and perform successfully independently or as part of a cooperative team effort.

Present a professional and positive company image at all times.

Retail Sales Associate - M.M. Schenck Jewelers - Chattanooga, TN

(2012-01 - 2013-12)

• Sold high-end jewelry such as gemstones, diamonds, and watches
• Maintained client retention
• Researched information on jewelry to increase accuracy of appraisals

Sales Executive/Territory Manager - OKA.B Shoes - Atlanta, GA

(2010-01 - 2012-12)

• Sold ergonomic, recyclable, spa based shoes to boutiques and gift shops
• Managed 22 states in the United States and all Canadian provinces
• Analyzed market, identified opportunities, and qualified new prospects

Territory Manager - Integrity Medical - Atlanta, GA

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

• Sold spine fusion instrumentation, bone graft biologics, and post-operative bracing
• Created new business through cold calling, presenting product presentations to neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons, attending and providing instrumentation to surgeries
• Provided regular training in operating room environment to surgeons and other hospital staff on new surgical equipment techniques and operations
• Educated patients and office staff on proper physical fitting of product and use of spine bracing

Wine Sales Professional/Assistant Manager - Grape - Atlanta, GA

(2006-01 - 2008-12)

• Managed wine bar and retail store inventory
• Used knowledge of grape varietals and new wine vintages to increase sales
• Trained new hires on company policy and education of wine

Sales Representative - Concentra Medical - Atlanta, GA

(2005-01 - 2006-12)

• Responsible for increasing and maintaining revenue with new and existing commercial clients in occupational health services at three Concentra Medical Centers
• Scheduled and accompanied physicians and physical therapists on tours of client facilities and medical clinics to educate and enhance workplace safety
• Participated as a key member of the leadership team; collaborating with the center administrator, physicians, and physical therapists to develop and implement center improvement plans
• Aided Concentra in gaining recognition as the #1 Nationally Ranked Center of 2005

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology / Minor English - University of Tennessee, Knoxville (1999-01 - 2003-12)