Arielle Jimenez
Valrico,FL
Summary
Account Director with over 13 years of experience in process implementation and project management, known for fostering strong client relationships and leading teams to exceed financial targets. Skilled in logistics coordination, vendor management, and event planning, with a proven track record of enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Passionate about contributing to a dynamic team environment, leveraging expertise in marketing strategies and client engagement to drive business growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Consultant
Self Employed Services
Valrico, FL
07.2023 - Current
- Clearly defining the scope of work for small businesses and deliverables in contracts, including timelines and expectations.
- Managed various projects for clients in business development, delivering tailored solutions that increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies that improved client engagement and expanded brand visibility.
- Maintained strong client relationships through effective communication, ensuring timely updates and addressing concerns promptly to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
Dedicated Church Ministry Volunteer | Community Outreach
Sabbatical for Church Ministry
Brandon, FL
07.2022 - 07.2023
- I made a purposeful decision to temporarily step away from my fulfilling 12-year career to embark on a ministry sabbatical, seeking personal rejuvenation and avenues to contribute to the community.
- Throughout this sabbatical, I actively organized and executed diverse community events, providing leadership to a dedicated team of volunteers and contributing to the growth and development of the church structure.
- This experience taught me how to cultivate lasting community relationships and foster meaningful connections.
- Led diverse community events, fostering meaningful connections and personal growth. Developed leadership skills guiding volunteer teams, contributing to team structure expansion.
Account Director, Promotional Product Development for Heineken USA
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Brandon, FL
07.2021 - 07.2022
- In my role as an accomplished Account Director in Promotional Product Development, I've consistently excelled by leveraging data-driven insights and nurturing strategic client relationships.
- I've achieved this through analyzing individual sales data to surpass profit targets and skillfully managing end-to-end POS for top brands, upholding quality within budgetary constraints.
- My capabilities extend to identifying new sales opportunities, streamlining workflows by overseeing project timelines and supplier relationships, and successfully leading branding initiatives for high-profile events.
- With a strong track record of exceeding forecasts, optimizing costs, and driving innovation, my commitment is to consistently deliver exceptional value and results.
- Contributed to an overall company savings.
- Met and exceeded the yearly spend forecast of 14 million USD.
- Established ways of working with overseas offices to successfully drive business internally.
- Narrowed down vendor list in order to leverage spend for further company savings.
- Successfully managed and established positive team dynamic and workflow.
Senior Account Manager, Promotional Product Development for Heineken USA
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New York, NY
06.2019 - 07.2021
- As a Senior Account Manager at Heineken USA, I ensured seamless product development and aligned production with brand guidelines.
- My accomplishments include: Leading daily client status meetings, ensuring timely delivery of orders
- Managing end-to-end timelines, from brief to production and delivery.
- Overseeing project coordinators to ensure accurate quotations, quality samples, and artwork.
- Initiating product development based on client briefs and maintaining supplier communication.
- Ensuring contractual obligations were met by tracking and reporting all orders.
- Producing accurate client quotations and maintaining precise Work in Progress reports.
Account Manager, Promotional Product Development for Anheuser-Busch & ZX Ventures Global
AdmGroup
New York, NY
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Overseeing end-to-end POS processes, from initial concept development to production and distribution.
- Proactively engaging with brand managers, project managers, and suppliers to ensure high-quality materials and adherence to budget constraints.
- Prioritizing exceptional customer service by swiftly resolving client-related issues within agreed-upon SLA.
- Directing the account executive team to maintain accurate quotations, quality samples, and artwork for proposals.
- Collaborating effectively with over 30 vendors, showcasing exceptional negotiation skills in product development.
- Skillfully monitoring expenditures and working closely with vendors to achieve quarterly margin goals, utilizing advanced Excel skills for financial reporting.
- Crafting detailed quarterly and annual timelines for both clients and internal partners.
- Providing mentorship to a senior account executive, facilitating their development in global manufacturing, supply chain processes, and interpersonal skills for financial management and client relationships.
Hospitality and Special Events
New York City Road Runners
New York, NY
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed the New York Road Runners marathon pavilion, overseeing all aspects from conceptualization to execution, including logistics, timelines, staffing, vendor management, and budget allocation.
- Developed and maintained the event production schedule, coordinating with over 30 vendors to ensure seamless operations.
- Served as the primary liaison for all sponsor activations within the event space, facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Organized and scheduled a variety of events, including board meetings and luncheons, ensuring all details were meticulously planned.
- Conducted thorough vendor price research and coordinated participant availability to optimize event planning.
- Scheduled appointments and prepared comprehensive presentation materials for stakeholders.
- Collaborated regularly with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure alignment and successful event outcomes.
Project Executive Consultant
CSM Sports & Entertainment Branding
Bermuda
04.2017 - 06.2017
- As a Project Executive during the 35th America's Cup in Bermuda, my responsibilities included: Leading the branding and visual identity implementation for the event.
- Managing day-to-day production at a local signage print shop, ensuring seamless operations.
- Approving branding samples before production to maintain quality.
- Ensuring smooth local production and resolving any arising issues promptly.
- Effectively sourcing new overseas signage options.
- Monitoring and managing branding budgets for both local and overseas print production.
- Maintaining an up-to-date internal log of vessel ship dates and production costs.
- Nurturing strong relationships with the America's Cup client and local Bermuda blueprint shop.
- Processing purchase orders for vendors and supporting the senior project manager in administrative tasks.
Production & Logistics Manager - Ben Sherman footwear
GMI USA CORP
New York, NY
09.2014 - 03.2016
- As the Production and Logistics Manager for Ben Sherman Men's Footwear, I played a key role in managing the development process, ensuring product adherence to quality standards and timelines by collaborating closely with Samsung C&T America, agents, and factories.
- I partnered with senior leadership to achieve quarterly margin goals and identified cost-saving opportunities through customs product review.
- Additionally, I oversaw production schedules, coordinated with freight partners to resolve issues, and effectively managed negotiation processes with factories and agents, highlighting my commitment to optimizing production efficiency, quality, and financial outcomes.
Assistant Production Manager, Men's footwear
Kenneth Cole Productions
New York, NY
07.2011 - 08.2014
- As the Assistant Production Manager for Men's Footwear, I played a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations.
- This included maintaining regular communication with international offices, agents, and factories, negotiating pricing and order quantities to meet sales targets, and ensuring compliance with labeling and shipping policies for private label orders.
- They also oversaw the validation of shipping documents and assigned HTS codes for efficient customs clearance.
- Additionally, the manager managed a substantial workload, creating up to 500 purchase orders quarterly and meticulously evaluating work-in-progress reports, requesting necessary changes for accuracy.
- They were also responsible for handling AS400 entries related to late shipments and shortages.
Education
Associate's Degree in Production Management -
Fashion Institute of Technology
01.2009
Timeline
Independent Consultant
Self Employed Services
07.2023 - Current
Dedicated Church Ministry Volunteer | Community Outreach
Sabbatical for Church Ministry
07.2022 - 07.2023
Account Director, Promotional Product Development for Heineken USA
Link
07.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Account Manager, Promotional Product Development for Heineken USA
Link
06.2019 - 07.2021
Account Manager, Promotional Product Development for Anheuser-Busch & ZX Ventures Global
AdmGroup
01.2018 - 06.2019
Project Executive Consultant
CSM Sports & Entertainment Branding
04.2017 - 06.2017
Hospitality and Special Events
New York City Road Runners
10.2016 - 11.2017
Production & Logistics Manager - Ben Sherman footwear
GMI USA CORP
09.2014 - 03.2016
Assistant Production Manager, Men's footwear
Kenneth Cole Productions
07.2011 - 08.2014
Associate's Degree in Production Management -
Fashion Institute of Technology