Vickie Rectenwald

Vickie Rectenwald

Retail Services Merchandising Rep

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director

  • Education

    • Universidad de Granada

      2014 - 2015
      Exchange Program Marketing

      Activities and Societies: Bilingüe, un grupo de conversación español e inglés I participated in a direct exchange study abroad program between the University of Montana and the Universidad de Granada. I took courses in International Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communication, Logistics & Merchandising, Market Research, and Social and Political Marketing, all in the Spanish language.

    • Universidad de Jaén

      2019 - 2021
      Master of Science - MS Olivar y Aceite de Oliva

      Over the course of two years, I have successfully completed all required coursework, learning about cultivation techniques, management of soil and vegetative cover, usage of pesticides and herbicides, harvesting techniques and extraction processes, mill and facility design, management and usage of by-products, chemical and sensory analysis of all grades of olive oil, proven health benefits and, of course, marketing of the final product. I have successfully completed and defended my thesis… Show more Over the course of two years, I have successfully completed all required coursework, learning about cultivation techniques, management of soil and vegetative cover, usage of pesticides and herbicides, harvesting techniques and extraction processes, mill and facility design, management and usage of by-products, chemical and sensory analysis of all grades of olive oil, proven health benefits and, of course, marketing of the final product. I have successfully completed and defended my thesis project, a consumer survey analyzing subjective and objective knowledge of olive oil. Show less

    • The University of Montana

      2013 - 2017
      Marketing and International Business International Business

      Activities and Societies: Member of Spanish Club (2013-2015), President of the University of Montana American Marketing Association (2016), Member of the Public Relations and Outreach Committee of the University of Montana American Marketing Association (2015)

  • Experience

    • Acosta Sales & Marketing

      Jul 2010 - Jan 2013
      Retail Services Merchandising Rep

      I implemented product segment resets that introduced new products and eliminate discontinued items based on planograms, stocked inventory, built displays, and conducted product/tag/rotation audits for a variety of clients in multiple retail locations spanning Montana, Wyoming, and North Dakota. I was the area trainer for any new employees in this same region. I was often a Project Lead on multi-store projects (such as category resets for Nabisco), successfully meeting project goals with different teams at each location. Through this position, I traveled extensively and reported all data online, while maintaining high levels of organization and flexibility. Show less

    • ASUM Office of Transportation

      Jan 2013 - Oct 2019
      Transit Supervisor

      I am most proud, that through all of the roles listed below, I have been very involved with our organization's introduction of battery-electric, zero-emission buses into our fleet. I have educated our employees and the public about this new technology and how it fits with the sustainability mission of the University of Montana. Working for a small organizations such as ASUM Transportation (less than 50 employees) has provided me with the opportunity to wear many hats and develop a wide variety of skills.As a member of a group of student bus operators, I drove diesel and battery-electric buses as part of our campus transit system. I maintained safety standards while also providing a high level of customer service. As a Lead Driver, I assisted with a variety of operational tasks such as light vehicle maintenance, driver training and performance evaluations, and records maintenance.As a Transit Supervisor, I was responsible for many operational and administrative tasks, including employee shift scheduling, interviewing applicants and making hiring decisions, entering and analyzing route and passenger data, and conducting educational outreach to the campus community, while also functioning in a dispatch capacity. In addition, I strengthened my abilities in multi-project management as I collaborated with multiple other internal campus departments and community organizations in planning and executing multiple events such as commencement ceremonies, Pearl Jam concert, and Walk and Roll Week. Show less

    • Bookstore at UM

      Jan 2016 - Aug 2016
      Marketing Intern

      I gained experience in creating and managing content for social media marketing, compiling and analyzing internal marketing data, and giving monthly presentations outlining the benefits offered by the Bookstore to new UM employees.

    • RURAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, INC.

      Jul 2016 - Aug 2018
      Mathematics Tutor and Team Lead

      I contribute each summer to the Montana Migrant Education Program "Count On Me" Outreach Project not only as a bilingual math tutor for children of migrant workers, but also as a coordinator and translator for program participants with limited English-speaking capabilities. I learned to use the prescribed curriculum, meet with the program coordinator regularly, maintain all relevant records, and perform pre- and post-assessments on all children I have tutored.

    • KeHE Distributors

      Sept 2017 - Mar 2018
      Part-Time Stocker

      Stocked weekly shipment of specialty and natural food products including frozen and perishables, ensured proper rotation, coordinated with grocery staff and Sales Representative regarding expired product and back stock.

    • InterOleo Group

      Feb 2020 - Apr 2020
      Export Assistant

      During this internship, I gained experience in several areas, including management of required documentation for exportation of olive oil, investigation of potential new markets, marketplace positioning, and client relationship management. Additionally, I dedicated a portion of my time researching various certification processes, exploring packaging design options, and participated in tastings of olive oil to assess flavor profiles.

    • Associated Students of the University of Montana

      Aug 2021 - Aug 2022
      Accountant
    • ASUM Transportation

      Aug 2022 - now
      Director
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Diplomas de Español DELE Nivel C1

      Instituto Cervantes
    • Instructors Course for Transit Trainers

      U.S. Department of Transportation
      May 2022
    • Practical Leadership Skills for Managers

      University of Montana
      Jun 2022
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Conversation Partner

      Issued by English Language Institute, University of Montana on Jan 2014
      English Language Institute, University of MontanaAssociated with Vickie Rectenwald