Proven to be exceptional in Customer Relations, I am a motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with over 4 years experience in Key Account Management and Sales. With a current portfolio of 8 clients with one of those clients being part of the largest healthcare organisation in New Zealand. I am currently based in Hamilton servicing clients from Thames to Taumarunui as far as Taupo.
I have three staff who directly report to me with another 13 staff under my management and am responsible for all aspects of their employment.
I have continued to make positive changes in one of the most challenging industries over the past 4 years through an ever changing environment to drive company success. Recognized by executive management as a dependable leader that contributes as a team player.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Account Manager
Taylors Laundries Limited
Hamilton, Waikato
02.2020 - Current
Managed key enterprise account with responsibility for sales, contracts, negotiations and reporting.
Cultivated client loyalty through consistent quality, productivity, exemplary service and proactive management.
Addressed client questions and resolved complaints related to products, services and accounts.
Utilized sales data and client feedback to improve organizational strategies.
Negotiated contract terms with clients and established important deadlines.
Prepared and presented progress reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Implemented solutions and strategies to keep clients from turning to competitive businesses.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
Experience with RFP and Tender presentation.
Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.
Reduced process lags by training employees on best practices and protocols.
Provided exemplary level of service to customers to extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Drove customer escalations to resolution by engaging directly with clients.
Prepared documentation, reports and logs to identify and manage sales metrics and support process driven activities.
Managed 15 customer support team members and leveraged data analytics to identify areas of improvement and accountability.
Upheld privacy and security requirements for customer information.
Recruitment Consultant
Drake Recruitment
Hamilton, Waikato
04.2017 - 02.2020
Collaborated with recruitment and HR professional to achieve hiring goals.
Reviewed referral candidates and contacted qualified individuals to request applications.
Planned and executed recruitment events to bring in area candidates.
Organized applicant drug tests and obtained results.
Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
Analyzed data and developed solutions or alternative methods for employee retention.
Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
Informed applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation and benefits.
Gathered and analyzed information on recruitment challenges or procedures.
Managed full-cycle recruiting processes for managerial and executive-level vacancies.