Mary Grindlay

Experience

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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2004 - now

  Part-Time Yoga Instructor
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  MODERN ENVIRONMENTS INC.

  Feb 2007 - May 2010

  Office System Specialist

  Assessed environmental and ergonomic needs to design functional workspaces for a diverse group of industries.Completed and submitted bids for governmental contracts and private projects resulting in a contribution of $2.5M in gross sales revenue for 2009. Prepared prospective and collaborated with the project manager to assure fluid project execution including material procurement, installation and oversight of established budgetary targets. Performed a final quality assessment with average customer satisfaction outcomes above 90% leading to significant return business.Marketed services through industry contacts, networking groups and social organizations as well as prospecting, data mining and cold calling.Met with vendor representatives to review available product lines and update technical knowledge for a variety of resources including Knoll, Steel Case and Herman Miller Show less

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  MOI

  Jul 2010 - Feb 2011

  Government Sales Specialist

  Assessed environmental and ergonomic needs to design functional workspaces for a diverse group of Industries.  Completed and submitted bids for multiple governmental contracts and private corporations Designed synergetic work environments. Assessed physical work situations, buildings and manufacturing centers, designing schematics for increased efficiency, equipment updates and ergonomic considerations. Worked with government agencies and military service groups including the completion of bids and quotes within specific budgetary guidelines. Assessed environments and improved specific space functions and ergonomic requirements. Sales exceeded $1.5M in the first six months of employment.  Acted as a liaison between consumers, vendors and project managers stimulating innovative ideas, collaboration, and motivation. Show less

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  United States Department of Defense

  Feb 2011 - Oct 2015

  Facilities Planner

  Maintained a Top-Secret government clearance while providing project management, logistics and strategic support for over 30,000 specialized workspaces. Subject Matter Expert for Space Requirements, Space Related Focus Groups, Personnel Relocations, Reconfigurations/Modifications and Project Budget Consultant. Facilities Team Lead for over 1.5M sq. ft. of space equating to over 30,000 seats. Managed over 75 projects a year ranging from building construction and fit-ups to office relocations. Show less

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  COASTAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SOCIETY INC

  Jan 2016 - now

  Visitor Services Manager

  Worked inside a non-profit organization managing Visitors Centers for the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge, Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge and Gateway Center at Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. Facilities geared toward supporting programs and outreach for the Southeast North Carolina Refuges and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Programs.  Managed services for four Visitor Centers with over 75,000 visitors Resourced and procured educational and promotional goods, securing contracts and pricing agreements. Designed and developed logo merchandise such as apparel, magnets, mugs and decals.  Fiscal accountability for monetary deposits, budgetary allotments and inventory costs; implemented a POS system to track and control available stock.  Monitored obligations and expenditures  Processed purchase orders and payments Audited routine transactions and resolved discrepancies Approved invoices for payment Designed and set-up a new retail store located at Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge.  Created attractive, safe and orderly merchandising displays, ensuring a pleasant, user-friendly shopping experience.  Trained and supported an enthusiastic team of Interns and Seasonal Volunteers. Show less