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Work history
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Ellie Scott

Summary

Organised and detail-oriented professional with expertise in project coordination and client management. Skilled in data integrity and effective communication, with a strong track record in kitchen sales design and business development. Ready to contribute to organisational success through exceptional problem-solving and workflow optimisation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen Sales Designer

Howdens Joinery
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
09.2024 - Current

Key Responsibilities & Achievements


  • Generated over £150,000 in sales revenue since January 2025, consistently exceeding targets and contributing directly to business growth.
  • Created and implemented project documentation templates to improve consistency and accuracy across projects.
  • Managed client projects from initial consultation to successful installations, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards.
  • Ensured meticulous data integrity by accurately inputting and maintaining detailed client specifications, product selections, pricing, and project timelines within internal systems. Significantly minimising the potential for errors and ensuring data reliability.
  • Coordinated complex workflows involving clients, suppliers, and installers, consistently delivering projects on schedule and resolving logistical challenges proactively.
  • Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and tailored solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in crafting precise kitchen designs, preparing accurate financial proposals, and managing multiple concurrent projects.
  • Utilised internal CRM systems to track client interactions, manage sales pipelines, and ensure consistent follow-up, enhancing overall customer relationships.
  • Applied problem-solving skills to overcome design constraints and unexpected installation issues, maintaining project momentum and client satisfaction.

Embroidery Co-ordinator and Business Developer

Avocet Enterprises
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
11.2023 - 09.2024

Key Responsibilities & Achievements


  • Directed the full lifecycle of embroidery projects, from initial design approval and digitisation to meticulous production oversight and final quality assurance for corporate and golf clothing. Demonstrating strong project coordination and attention to detail in technical specifications, essential for maintaining accuracy within complex database systems.
  • Administered all aspects of customer orders for embroidered, corporate, and golf apparel, including detailed order entry, tracking, and fulfilment. Highlighting a systematic approach to data entry and record-keeping.
  • Spearheaded business development initiatives by managing over 100 calls per week, identifying and acquiring new corporate and golf clientele through targeted outreach and persuasive proposals. Showcasing a proactive, results-oriented approach and an ability to identify and engage key stakeholders.
  • Cultivated and maintained robust client relationships by reaching out to existing customers weekly, serving as a key point of contact and ensuring high satisfaction across all embroidered and corporate clothing orders.
  • Resolved production discrepancies and complex client queries, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines and maintaining high standards of order accuracy.
  • Managed comprehensive client and order data, utilising internal systems to track progress, ensure accurate invoicing, and support strategic sales planning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Design for Textiles

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh/Galashiels
09/2021 - 05/2023

HND - HND Fashion Textiles

Glasgow Clyde College
Glasgow
08/2019 - 05/2021

Skills

  • Database Management & Data Integrity
  • Administrative & Organisational Excellence
  • Proficient in CRM Systems
  • Meticulous Record Keeping
  • Project coordination
  • Sales strategies
  • Client relationship management

Accomplishments

  • Completed Interior Design Internship at Alexandra Park Interiors (2023): Gained practical experience in project coordination, managing material samples, and maintaining organised client/supplier information and orders, enhancing administrative and client management skills.
  • Awarded Second Place, i-dott Surface Pattern Design Competition (2022): Recognised for a mural design, demonstrating strong creative vision, technical application, and the ability to translate concepts into impactful visual solutions.
  • Completed Portfolio Preparation Course at Glasgow School of Art (2019): Honed creative and technical skills while developing a meticulous approach to project execution and an understanding of artistic production processes.


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Kitchen Sales Designer

Howdens Joinery
09.2024 - Current

Embroidery Co-ordinator and Business Developer

Avocet Enterprises
11.2023 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Design for Textiles

Heriot-Watt University
09/2021 - 05/2023

HND - HND Fashion Textiles

Glasgow Clyde College
08/2019 - 05/2021
Ellie Scott