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ASHLEY REAM Burak

Winston-Salem,North Carolina

Summary

Energized Sales Operations Analyst with years of experience liaising with sales representatives, management, and stakeholders. Success in developing aggressive sales program overhauls for significant improvement in margins and revenues. I possess extensive customer engagement and conflict resolution skills. Highly skilled in developing strategies to attract mission-driven results. Organized, respectful, personable and professional under pressure, with a motivated, energetic nature. Eager to bring years of extensive relationships with community, business, and education leaders to a role focused on growth and transformative leadership.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Customer Account Manager

Collins Aerospace
Winston-Salem, NC
02.2024 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with key customers to maximize profitability for both parties.
  • Performed audits of customer accounts to ensure accuracy of data entry.
  • Implemented new processes and procedures to improve customer service experience.
  • Assessed program performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives, making data-driven decisions to guide strategic direction.
  • Collaborated with functional managers to develop program resource plans and assign program resources.
  • Managed external client and business partner relationships.
  • Conducted regular program reviews and status updates with stakeholders, fostering transparent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Volunteer Coordinator/Grant Writer

Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2015 - Current
  • Researched grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources
  • Developed impactful grant applications to enhance organization's potential for funding awards
  • Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.

Sales Operations Analyst

Curtis Lane Equipment
Winston Salem
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Enabled sales operations to run smoothly through effective management of department's workflows and processes.
  • Analyzed market trends, customer preferences, and competitor data to develop effective sales strategies.
  • Researched competitive landscape and identified new growth opportunities for expanding business operations.
  • Prepared presentations for executive level meetings related to Sales Operations initiatives.
  • Performed financial analysis of potential deals to determine their viability and profitability.
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy and validity of cost and quote information, contacting customers directly to resolve issues when appropriate

Claims Resolution Analyst

National General Insurance Company
03.2018 - 05.2023
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records
  • Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information
  • Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.
  • Negotiated settlements with claimants and attorneys to resolve claims efficiently and fairly.
  • Supported policyholders through the claims process, providing exceptional customer service.

Project Coordinator

TriMark USA LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
  • Increased product knowledge by staying up to date on product offerings, features and functionality.

Client Service/Claims Coordinator

Darst Insurance
11.2019 - 08.2021

• Conducted training and mentored team members

• Cultivated long-lasting client relationships based on trust and solid understanding of business needs.

• Executed and devised business development strategies to attract and acquire new clients using content marketing, cold-calling and networking.

• Updated reports, managed accounts and generated reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures to apply best practices and establish quality standards.

• Monitored metrics and developed actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance.

Realtor/Transaction Coordinator

Hillcrest Realty
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Composed daily posts for social media and helped build corporate presence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
  • Updated reports, managed accounts and generated reports for company database.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws governing real estate transactions in order comply with regulations.
  • Negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers to reach agreement on price and terms of sales.
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
  • Established key business relationships within industry by using responsiveness, efficiency and deep knowledge of real estate industry.

Events/New Opening Coordinator

Gallins Foods
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
  • Designed systems to track progress of individual franchises against corporate goals.
  • Developed training programs for new franchisees.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff members on customer service best practices.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding product selection, pricing negotiations and delivery timelines.
  • Assisted with the development of business plans, budgets and staffing requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
12-2024

Associate of Science - Business Management

Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Energetic Self-Starter
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Client Retention
  • Key Stakeholder Relationship Building
  • Revenue Generation
  • Microsoft Office/Google Suite/SAP
  • Proposal Development
  • Contract Negotiation and Management
  • Project Management
  • Database Management/CRM
  • Business Development and Planning
  • Forecast Tracking
  • Public and Media Relations/Social Media Management
  • Consultative Sales

Timeline

Principal Customer Account Manager

Collins Aerospace
02.2024 - Current

Sales Operations Analyst

Curtis Lane Equipment
05.2023 - 02.2024

Project Coordinator

TriMark USA LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023

Client Service/Claims Coordinator

Darst Insurance
11.2019 - 08.2021

Claims Resolution Analyst

National General Insurance Company
03.2018 - 05.2023

Volunteer Coordinator/Grant Writer

Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2015 - Current

Realtor/Transaction Coordinator

Hillcrest Realty
01.2015 - 02.2017

Events/New Opening Coordinator

Gallins Foods
01.2012 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Appalachian State University

Associate of Science - Business Management

Forsyth Technical Community College
ASHLEY REAM Burak