Ika Soemampauw

Experience

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  Kroger

  Jul 2018 - Sept 2021

  Drug GM Department Manager

  • Ensured that the department was well-stocked with the right products, managing orders, and maintaining inventory levels to meet customer demand.• Hired, trained, and managed staff in the drug and general merchandise departments including scheduling, performance evaluations, and ensuring staff adhere to company policies and procedures.• Developed and implemented strategies to meet sales targets and maximize profitability including promotional activities, pricing strategies, and managing costs.• Oversaw the display and presentation of products to attract customers and promote sales. inclusive of setting up seasonal and promotional displays.• Monitored sales data, inventory levels, and other key metrics to analyze performance and make data-driven decisions to improve operations and sales.• Worked closely with other store managers and departments to ensure a cohesive operation and meet overall store goals. Show less

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  Performing Arts Houston

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2021

  Education & Community Engagement Intern

  • Created social media advertising content for educational programs and generate monthly newsletter content• Supervised and administered operations such as data management on city-wide Student Art Contest that received over 400 submissions in its first virtual year.• Created lesson plans and activities for virtual classrooms of surrounding Houston area public schools through the Collaborative Arts Project

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  Houston Symphony

  Sept 2021 - Mar 2023

  • Assist Chief Development Officer and Chief Executive Officer with confidential and time-sensitive projects such as high-level contracts involving millions of dollars, monthly expenses, and board meetings• Create marketing content for the Development department to increase giving by $5,000• Work with the Director of Special Events to help coordinate logistics and marketing for major donor events with a $5 million budget• Assist the League with social events, invoicing, and membership renewals Show less

  • Sr. Development Associate, Administration

    Aug 2022 - Mar 2023

  • Development Associate, Gifts & Records

    Sept 2021 - Aug 2022
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  Foundry Brands

  Jul 2022 - Sept 2022

  Social Media Marketing Intern

  • Assist in creating and maintaining monthly social calendars for 2 separate brands while increasing the total engagement rate by over 10%.• Start and manage an affiliate program by integrating with 5 influencers/affiliates through reactive social opportunities and their user-generated content.• Work closely with brand managers to ensure the social team is up to date on all promotions, policies, and analytics while providing appropriate support on Amazon and social channels such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and Twitter. Show less

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  Strike Marketing

  Mar 2023 - now

  • Directed marketing, advertising, and promotional strategies, overseeing budgets exceeding $20 million for prestigious clients such as Cirque du Soleil, Houston Ballet, The Nutcracker Market, and Houston Botanic Garden.• Orchestrated seamless campaign execution by liaising with client leads, internal media buyers, and digital departments.• Provided strategic guidance and pertinent background for campaign planning and execution, contributing to creative planning initiatives as needed.• Compiled and analyzed comprehensive insights and recaps for digital and traditional campaigns throughout their lifecycle and upon completion.• Manage marketing coordinators to ensure budgets and campaigns are implemented correctly Show less

  • Account Manager

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Marketing Coordinator

    Mar 2023 - Jan 2024