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Milena Bossa

Mangawhai,NTL

Summary

I am a motivated individual with experience in sales and customer service. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs.

Over the past 20 years, I have honed my abilities in account management through my work where I consistently exceeded sales targets and fostered lasting relationships with clients.

Most recently with my role at NZME (New Zealand Media and Entertainment) I was part of a team of two and we managed the biggest revenue account for the company, responsible for real estate media targets in excess of $6 million p.a.

My responsibilities included Client Relationship Management where I maintained a portfolio of key clients, serving as their primary point of contact. I ensured their needs were met promptly and effectively, resulting in client retention. My responsibilities also included revenue growth through strategic account planning, I consistently increased revenue from existing clients.

Problem Solving, I was frequently praised for my ability to resolve issues amicably. This skill not only retained clients but also enhanced my reputation for outstanding customer service.

Collaboration, I worked closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing and product development, to ensure client expectations were met and to identify areas for service improvement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Manager

NZME
06.2016 - 03.2022
  • Managed the Bayleys account for NZME across print, digital and radio
  • During this time I became skilled at developing multilevel relationships to drive sales across all media, including the roll out of the new OneRoof platform
  • In addition I complete regular sales call problem solve, as well as developing corporate accounts to further increase revenue.

Sales Executive

Thai Airways
05.2011 - 06.2016
  • Account managing New Zealand travel agencies, developing multi-level relationships, completing regular sales call cycles, problem solving, as well as developing corporate accounts to further increase revenue and I was also involved in the acquisition and handling of groups business.

Airline Supervisor

LAN Airlines
02.2007 - 04.2011
  • Contracted by World Aviation Ltd
  • I was an Airline Supervisor at Auckland International Airport for LAN Airlines for 3 years
  • My responsibilities included having direct control over check in agents, boarding procedure, documentation, compliance and all other aspects required for the successful running of an operation
  • I have gained a great deal of experience in managing personnel as well as learning to be flexible in a dynamic environment
  • With my experience and work ethic, I have always been able to analyze problems as they arise, and create a successful outcome.

Senior Airline Reservations Consultant

Walshes World
06.2002 - 02.2007
  • I began at Walshes world in early 2001 as a volunteer helping with administration of corporate fares, itineraries and accounts
  • In 2002 I was a fully employed member of the Walshe Group and began work as an Airline Consultant
  • Just over a year later, I was promoted to Senior Reservations Consultant
  • My responsibilities included reservations ticketing and processing, to translating, training and sales calls
  • I also attended trade fairs and corporate events
  • In all, over 6 years of experience in a customer service role, from which I gained a great deal of experience in time management, planning, customer and public relations, training and leadership.

Skills

  • Account Servicing Skills
  • Account Management
  • Sales Negotiation
  • Prospecting and Cold Calling
  • Social Media Marketing

Certification

English Language Courses 1999 - 2001

• English Course, Takapuna School Auckland

• Situational English Course, Northcote College Auckland


Airline Computer Training Courses 2002

• Amadeus, Resiber


Dangerous Goods Awareness 2007

• Aviation Dangerous Goods Awareness Certificate, Auckland International Airport


TRAINING ROLES 2008

• Training LANTAM Airlines procedures to new staff at Auckland International Airport


SECONDARY Cenaf College, Colombia

• High School Diploma - Graduated 29th November 1998

Timeline

Account Manager

NZME
06.2016 - 03.2022

Sales Executive

Thai Airways
05.2011 - 06.2016

Airline Supervisor

LAN Airlines
02.2007 - 04.2011

Senior Airline Reservations Consultant

Walshes World
06.2002 - 02.2007
Milena Bossa