SAMANTHA MELLI
Bologna
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
T. Group S.r.l.
Bologna
05.2023 - Current
- Coordinated events, prepared agendas and managed schedule for CEO.
- Booked travel by coordinating and reserving transportation and lodging.
- Answered incoming phone calls and emails, and presented urgent requests for timely response.
- Transcribed dictated information to provide clearly written communication.
- Planned business and social itineraries by managing personal calendar using [Software].
- Managed household budget by paying bills and balancing checking account.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Assistant to the Center Manager
Pingu' S English
Bologna
09.2020 - 04.2023
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Giuseppe Gazzoni Frascara
Bologna
06.2008 - 03.2020
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.
- Used discretion when handling confidential information.
- Served as point of contact between clients and managerial staff.
- Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
Product Manager
Furla S.p.A.
Bologna
06.2000 - 06.2008
- Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
- Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
- Collaborated with sales, marketing, and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
- Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
- Managed product demonstrations and testimonials for performance evaluation.
- Monitored market trends and competitor performance to update promotional strategies.
Shop Assistant
Melli Antiques
Bologna
01.1991 - 01.2000
- Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain organized store.
- Greeted customers entering store and offered assistance with requirements.
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Organized shelves to remove slow moving items and add new merchandise.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Education
Accounting And Administration
Speedwriting
BolognaHigh School Diploma -
M. Malpighi
Bologna06.1988
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Labor Relations
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Event Calendar Management
- Travel Accommodations
- Interpersonal Communications
- Inquiry Requests
- Appointment Organization
Certification
First certificate
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
T. Group S.r.l.
05.2023 - Current
Assistant to the Center Manager
Pingu' S English
09.2020 - 04.2023
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Giuseppe Gazzoni Frascara
06.2008 - 03.2020
Product Manager
Furla S.p.A.
06.2000 - 06.2008
Shop Assistant
Melli Antiques
01.1991 - 01.2000
Accounting And Administration
Speedwriting
High School Diploma -
M. Malpighi