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Jakub Kozaczka

Hickory Hills

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with experience in regional sales and strong focus on achieving targets. Skilled in customer relationship management, market analysis, and strategic planning. Known for team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable, goal-oriented, and adept at driving revenue growth through innovative sales strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Sales Associate

Advantage Group Ga
04.2024 - Current
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and competitor activities, adjusting sales strategies accordingly for maximum impact.
  • Coordinated closely with distribution partners to ensure timely delivery of products and services in accordance with customer expectations.
  • Negotiated favorable pricing structures with vendors to increase profit margins while maintaining competitive offerings for customers.
  • Maximized territory coverage by strategically planning daily visits to prospective clients based on geographical proximity and market potential.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, effectively catering to their unique needs by offering tailored solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry influencers, increasing brand visibility and credibility within the market.

Agency Development Manager

Colonial Life
09.2023 - Current
  • Met with Business Owners of small to large companies in the Chicagoland area to discuss areas such as Human Resources, Payroll, and Employee Benefits to strategize a specific plan that would fit that business' needs
  • Built a team of reliable Agency Sales Representatives through specific Recruiting Techniques supplied to us by our Recruiting Consultant
  • Trained and Developed incoming Agents to understand and know the Colonial Life system and how it operates
  • Scheduled and ran Discovery/Decision Maker appointments with Businesses through the technique of phone dialing and drop-ins
  • Followed up with current Accounts to maintain relationships and bring quality Customer Service
  • Organized and maintained Leads and Account information through company provided CRM
  • Ran weekly 1-on-1 recaps with team members to discuss progress, upcoming working deals, and coaching opportunities
  • Maintained consistent communication amongst team members to make sure we were operating at full capacity

Store Manager

Pychotka Deli LLC
09.2021 - Current
  • Resolved interpersonal conflicts through Active Listening, Establishing Common Ground, and Maintaining Relationships
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control
  • Handled delegated tasks
  • Demonstrated Leadership by implementing improvements to work processes and assisting in the Training & Development of New Hires
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems
  • Created new programs resulting in increased productivity and customer satisfaction

Supervisor

Modern Truck Parts
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Attracting and building relationships with new clients through phone calls, social media outlets, and personal drop-ins
  • Overseeing multiple departments within the company, including Accounting, Warehouse Management, Logistics with Foreign Contacts, and Sales
  • Designing Advertisements, Marketing Materials, and Services to New and Existing Clients

Customer Service Specialist

Handzel & Associates Ltd
05.2018 - 05.2022
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of cohorts to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products, services, and system
  • Demonstrated Leadership by implementing improvements to work processes and assisting in the Training & Development of New Hires
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
  • Leveraged [Software] skills to input and compile data gathered from credible sources

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL

Skills

  • Goal oriented
  • Sales strategy development
  • Performance tracking
  • Territory management
  • Cold calling
  • Leads prospecting
  • Lead prospecting
  • Business development
  • Partnership building
  • Proficiency in CRM software
  • Sales follow-up
  • Time management

Certification

Life and Health License,

CSR Certification,

Microsoft Office Certification,

Quickbooks

Languages

Polish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Regional Sales Associate

Advantage Group Ga
04.2024 - Current

Agency Development Manager

Colonial Life
09.2023 - Current

Supervisor

Modern Truck Parts
09.2022 - 08.2023

Store Manager

Pychotka Deli LLC
09.2021 - Current

Customer Service Specialist

Handzel & Associates Ltd
05.2018 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

Lewis University
Jakub Kozaczka