Jakob Velahos
Wildwood,FL
Summary
Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.
Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sale Specialist
Brandon Honda
12.2023 - Current
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
- Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problem solving.
- Exceeded sales targets by consistently meeting and surpassing monthly quotas.
- Implemented CRM tools to track client interactions, optimizing follow-up procedures for better results.
- Expanded customer base with targeted prospecting and lead generation efforts.
Armed Security Officer
Political Campaign - Key West, FL
09.2021 - Current
- Driving Republican executive committee members and providing security for events.
Rideshare Driver
Lyft - Tampa, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Driving customers safely to their destination while making sure they were comfortable.
Sales Specialist, Assistant Internet Manager
Jenkins Auto Group
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
- Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problem solving.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends, driving company growth.
- Implemented CRM tools to track client interactions, optimizing follow-up procedures for better results.
- Coached junior sales team members on best practices, contributing to their professional development and overall success.
- Exceeded sales targets by consistently meeting and surpassing monthly quotas.
Customer Service Specialist And Phone Sales
Ad-Energy - West Berlin, NJ
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Reduced response time for customer inquiries by streamlining communication processes.
- Managed high call volume while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor.
- Tracked customer interactions using CRM software, helping the team identify trends and areas of improvement in service delivery.
Recruiter
Radius Global(Formerly Northland Group) - Thorofare, NJ
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Organized job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company''s reach within local communities.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and networking events, keeping up-to-date on current trends and expanding professional network.
Cashier, Cook and Delivery Driver
Vinni's Pizza - West Deptford, NJ
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Daily duties included cooking, cleaning, driving deliveries and cashier
- All duties performed while expressing appreciation and inviting customers to return to the store.
Education
High School Diploma - Business
Woodbury High School
Woodbury, NJ06.2016
Skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Emergency Response
- Resource Allocation
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Relations
- Documentation Management
- Outbound Calling
- Salary Negotiation
- Recruitment
- Talent Acquisition
- Community Networking
- Client Development
- New hire orientations
- Administrative Skills
Timeline
Sale Specialist
Brandon Honda
12.2023 - Current
Sales Specialist, Assistant Internet Manager
Jenkins Auto Group
04.2022 - 11.2023
Armed Security Officer
Political Campaign - Key West, FL
09.2021 - Current
Customer Service Specialist And Phone Sales
Ad-Energy - West Berlin, NJ
09.2020 - 08.2021
Rideshare Driver
Lyft - Tampa, FL
08.2019 - Current
Recruiter
Radius Global(Formerly Northland Group) - Thorofare, NJ
06.2016 - 08.2020
Cashier, Cook and Delivery Driver
Vinni's Pizza - West Deptford, NJ
07.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma - Business
Woodbury High School
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