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Geraldine Briceno Furnieles

Geraldine Briceno Furnieles

Project Administrator
Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.


Bilingual, with passion for project development through team building. Comprehensive background includes 3 years in construction, fire protection, and security electronics industries, with strong focus on management. Dedicated to following through on full project lifecycles to provide exceptional outcomes.

Work History

Electrical Assembler

Harnex - Cooper Technologies
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Interpreted schematics, drawings and blueprints to assemble and install electrical wiring, cabling and electrical components.
  • Collaborated with supervisors and engineers to review work activities for production problem resolution.
  • Labeled components and monitored use to keep accurate records.
  • Stayed up-to-date on electrical codes and safety procedures to maintain efficiency and safety.
  • Identified and corrected defects to bring completed products in line with tolerances.
  • Used precision measuring equipment to check final products for adherence to tolerance limits.
  • Trained and mentored three new employees, providing guidance and direction.

Sales Executive

Colombian Tools And Bits
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
  • Developed and presented valuable sales presentations to potential customers to highlight features and benefits of products.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.

Project Administrator

Seguridad Atlas
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex financial issues for senior leadership.
  • Wrote numerous project proposals in conjunction with company and departmental goals according to strict timelines.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.

Technical Sales Engineer

General Supply Depot
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Recommended changes, improvements, or enhancements in products to product development team based on customer feedback.
  • Suggested ideas for product evolution and new product variants.
  • Analyzed market trends, competitor performance and product strengths.
  • Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues and recommending courses of action.
  • Designed and delivered product training for clients.
  • Delivered technical sales presentations to prospects and presented benefits and value of products.
  • Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
  • Provided sales forecasts for product sales opportunities within assigned accounts.
  • Submitted booking forecasts, monthly highlights and CRM entries.
  • Gained extensive knowledge of products and services to provide best-in-class sales engineering solutions.

Project Engineer

AKVO SAS
05.2015 - 12.2016
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.
  • Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
  • Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
  • Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to improve technical performance.

Sales Support Executive

The CEO Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Make outbound calls on behalf of the company.
  • Day-to-day management of phone calls, emails, data entry.
  • Understand and contribute to a collaborative and supportive culture.
  • Directly report to the Customer Support Team Leader.

Education

Master's of Global Project Management Advanced - Project Management

Torrens University Australia
Brisbane, QLD
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering

Universidad Autonoma Bucaramanga
Colombia
04.2014

Skills

  • Business Networking
  • Account Management
  • Supplier Relations
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Data Analytics
  • Operations Management
  • Business Needs Assessment
  • Customer Service
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Billing
  • Systems and Software Expertise
  • Rapport and Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Worker Supervision
  • Bid Estimation
  • Multi-Project Coordination

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Sales Support Executive

The CEO Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023

Electrical Assembler

Harnex - Cooper Technologies
09.2022 - 03.2023

Sales Executive

Colombian Tools And Bits
07.2021 - 06.2022

Project Administrator

Seguridad Atlas
11.2020 - 05.2021

Technical Sales Engineer

General Supply Depot
03.2019 - 04.2020

Project Engineer

AKVO SAS
05.2015 - 12.2016

Master's of Global Project Management Advanced - Project Management

Torrens University Australia

Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering

Universidad Autonoma Bucaramanga

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