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Carolina Buendia

Holly Springs,NC

Summary

Expert in project management and client relationship building, I've successfully expanded market share and streamlined operations, enhancing efficiency by over 30%. Skilled in negotiating and strategic planning, I excel in high-stakes environments, ensuring project success and customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Contractor

Triangle Quality Foods
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
  • Follow up of Sales development in store and all the management
  • Monitoring of sales process, execution, customer service and collection


Independent Business Owner

Own Business
01.2021 - 03.2024
  • Managed day-to-day operations with strong organizational skills, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized business solutions and exceptional customer service.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Enhanced company reputation by delivering top-quality products and services, ensuring repeat business from satisfied clients.

Regional Sales Manager

HomeCenter Peruanos
09.2013 - 11.2016
  • Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
  • Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
  • Developed a successful sales team through rigorous coaching, performance management, and ongoing training.

Senior Business Development Executive

Marsh & McLennan
02.2011 - 09.2013
  • Developed strategic partnerships for long-term business growth and mutual success through effective negotiation and collaboration.
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support continued business growth.
  • Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
  • Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
  • managements plans and products in accordance with the client's needs. Illustrate the client on different aspects related to the insurance program.
  • Maintenance of the portfolio, and constant optimization of it

Sales Executive

Comsatel Peru SAC
06.2009 - 01.2011
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Boosted sales revenue by cultivating strong client relationships and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Analyzed sales data regularly to monitor progress towards goals and make necessary adjustments to strategy as needed.
  • Carry out negotiations with insurance CIA for coordination through a work team in charge regarding the referrals of insurance vehicle units.
  • Assignment of CIA Client Portfolio to the work team and classification of users
  • Specify and apply the warranty of the purchased equipment (Laptops, Desktops, Batteries)
  • Personalized attention to VIP clients

Practicum Student

Ilender Corp
06.2008 - 05.2009
  • import and export assistant
  • samples following of the product development
  • documentary following
  • coordinate ETA of the products
  • permissions following


Import Assistant

Creaciones FM
06.2007 - 01.2008
  • Maintained compliance with government regulations by consistently updating knowledge on import rules and restrictions.
  • Played an instrumental role in the successful launch of new product lines by efficiently managing import logistics and ensuring timely delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address supply chain issues, optimize inventory levels, and minimize stockouts.
  • Supported financial planning by providing accurate estimates of import costs for budgeting purposes.
  • Knowledge of merchandise customs clearance, both prior and capacity
    Shipping documents, cargo consolidation, tariff classification
    Cargo tracking
    Simplified and definitive import
    Letter of credit openings
    Import Promissory Notes and Working Capital

Education

Bachelor of International Business A -

Universdad San Martin De Porres
Lima,peru
07.2015

High School Diploma -

Colegio San Antonio De Mujeres
Lima
12.2003

Skills

  • Client Relationship Building
  • Workload Management
  • Deadline Adherence
  • Safety Compliance
  • Project Management
  • Scheduling

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Independent Contractor

Triangle Quality Foods
04.2024 - Current

Independent Business Owner

Own Business
01.2021 - 03.2024

Regional Sales Manager

HomeCenter Peruanos
09.2013 - 11.2016

Senior Business Development Executive

Marsh & McLennan
02.2011 - 09.2013

Sales Executive

Comsatel Peru SAC
06.2009 - 01.2011

Practicum Student

Ilender Corp
06.2008 - 05.2009

Import Assistant

Creaciones FM
06.2007 - 01.2008

Bachelor of International Business A -

Universdad San Martin De Porres

High School Diploma -

Colegio San Antonio De Mujeres
Carolina Buendia