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Work History
Education
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Certification
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James Lacaillade

Amherst,NH

Summary

With a strong background in professional account management, I am prepared to take on high-stakes roles and excel in driving client success while fostering long-lasting relationships. My expertise lies in collaborating with teams, delivering strategic solutions, and adapting to the ever-evolving needs of businesses. I have a proven track record in client negotiation, revenue growth strategies, and performance optimization, earning respect for my reliability, leadership abilities, and results-driven mindset.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Executive Account Manager

PC Connection
04.1996 - Current
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments to ensure effective execution of initiatives.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Developed comprehensive presentations outlining products and services offered by the company.
  • Identified new business opportunities within existing accounts through market research.
  • Prepared forecasts based on past performance data for use in long-term planning efforts.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Led weekly meetings with clients to discuss upcoming projects, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to increase sales and profitability of accounts.
  • Resolved customer inquiries or complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining positive relationships.
  • Negotiated complex deals that met both customer expectations and company objectives.
  • Managed multiple high-profile client relationships with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Exceeded revenue targets by cultivating strong relationships with decision-makers within target organizations.
  • Negotiated contracts with key stakeholders, securing favorable terms for both the company and clients.
  • Established a reputation as a trusted advisor among clients, leading to increased referrals and long-term business partnerships.
  • Enhanced brand visibility through participation in industry events, conferences, and networking activities.
  • Analyzed market trends, identifying potential areas for growth and expanding the company''s client base.
  • Delivered presentations to C-level executives, effectively communicating value propositions and driving sales growth.
  • Leveraged industry expertise to provide valuable insights on market conditions impacting clients'' businesses.
  • Identified upsell opportunities within existing accounts by continuously assessing their evolving needs.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for escalated issues, resolving conflicts professionally and diplomatically to maintain positive client relationships.
  • Conducted regular business reviews with clients, discussing performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized solutions for clients'' unique challenges.
  • Managed a portfolio of high-value accounts, ensuring timely attention to clients'' needs and concerns.
  • Increased client satisfaction by strengthening relationships and consistently delivering on commitments.
  • Coordinated resources across departments to ensure seamless delivery of products/services while exceeding client expectations.
  • Implemented tailored account management strategies, resulting in increased customer loyalty and trust.
  • Worked closely with product development teams to incorporate client feedback into future offerings or enhancements.
  • Mentored junior account managers, providing guidance on best practices for managing complex accounts.
  • Developed new business opportunities through strategic prospecting and targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Developed long-term account plans in collaboration with clients, aligning objectives to drive mutual success.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
05-1990

Skills

  • National Account Management
  • Solution Selling
  • New Business Development
  • Account Management
  • Consultative and Relationship Selling
  • Profit and Revenue-Generating Strategies
  • Rapport and Relationship Building
  • Full-Cycle Sales Process
  • Consultative Selling Techniques
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Sales Territory Growth
  • Price Structuring
  • Relationship Building
  • Account Acquisition
  • Sales Quota Management
  • Customer Order Management
  • Complex Project Negotiations
  • Cold Calling
  • Customer Engagement
  • Relationship Management
  • Account Retention
  • Upselling Strategies

Accomplishments

  • Over 27 year tenure, consistently achieved top 4% - 10% of entire sales force.
  • Recognized for consistently exceeding yearly gross profit targets.
  • Received Connection’s top revenue producer awards year over year.
  • Consistently awarded Achiever’s Club Circle of Excellence Top GP Producer.
  • Consistently awarded top sales with our gold and platinum manufacture partners.
  • Identified as a closer with successful impact on leading, mentoring and developing successful selling techniques and habits within the sales team.
  • Created and maintained successful multi-year multi-million dollar rollouts for major accounts.
  • Invited and actively participate in Quarterly President’s Council Meetings
  • Appointed by Senior Leadership team to retain at risk clients.
  • Consistently developed strong and sustainable relationships with executive decision makers of Fortune 500 client companies.

Certification

  • Cisco (CSE)Sales Expert Certification
  • Microsoft Volume Licensing and Enterprise Agreements
  • Adobe Volume Licensing and Enterprise Agreements
  • Global Trade ComplIance
  • Data Protection and Privacy
  • HIPPAA Privacy and Security for Business Associates
  • VMware Sales Certified
  • HP Enterprise Networking Certified
  • Apple Solutions Certified
  • Business Conducts & Ethics
  • Basho Sales Training
  • Achieve Global Sales Training
  • Challenger Sales Training
  • HPE, Cisco, Dell, Lenovo Server
  • Cloud Fundamentals

Interests

When not working my interests include being a musician, I am a guitarists and a guitar collector who has the opportunity to record at Capitol Records and play music on several famous stages for recreation, charity, and fundraising within my community

Timeline

Sr. Executive Account Manager

PC Connection
04.1996 - Current
  • Cisco (CSE)Sales Expert Certification
  • Microsoft Volume Licensing and Enterprise Agreements
  • Adobe Volume Licensing and Enterprise Agreements
  • Global Trade ComplIance
  • Data Protection and Privacy
  • HIPPAA Privacy and Security for Business Associates
  • VMware Sales Certified
  • HP Enterprise Networking Certified
  • Apple Solutions Certified
  • Business Conducts & Ethics
  • Basho Sales Training
  • Achieve Global Sales Training
  • Challenger Sales Training
  • HPE, Cisco, Dell, Lenovo Server
  • Cloud Fundamentals

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of New Hampshire
James Lacaillade