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Jessica "Jess" Harless

Westland,MI

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with extensive experience in technical sales and cross-functional collaboration. Known for delivering impactful sales presentations and developing training programs that elevate team capabilities. Committed to fostering customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and effective communication.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Sales Engineer

Paychex, Inc
Novi, MI
08.2009 - Current
  • Performed technical sales presentations to prospective clients, demonstrating product capabilities and addressing inquiries.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to tailor solutions that meet customer needs and enhance satisfaction.
  • Developed and delivered training sessions for sales staff on new product features and industry trends.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for product improvement and communicate findings to engineering teams.
  • Mentored junior engineers in technical knowledge and effective sales strategies, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Responded to specific customer requests, including RFP responses and industry-specific solutions.
  • Trained new hires on product offerings, sales strategies, and best practices to ensure team cohesion and consistent performance levels across the board.
  • Participated in trade shows and conferences to enhance brand visibility within the industry landscape.
  • Engaged with third-party partners to ensure effective communication about product performance and scheduled feature updates.
  • Averaged 130% and higher of revenue and activity goals year after year.
  • 4.4 million in Mid Market Revenue for 2026. 6 million in Enterprise Revenue for 2025. 5.5 Million in Enterprise Revenue in 2024.

Account Specalist (Implementation)

Paychex, Inc
Novi, MI
10.2004 - 08.2009

Managed client accounts to ensure compliance with payroll and tax regulations.

  • Provided support in resolving client inquiries and issues efficiently.
  • Facilitated onboarding processes for new clients, enhancing user experience.
  • Developed training materials for staff on payroll software usage.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly resolving account issues and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Completed routine and complex account updates to resolve problems.
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Averaged 88% on client satisfaction scores

Senior Payroll Specialist

Paychex, Inc
Novi, MI
04.2001 - 10.2004
  • Managed end-to-end payroll processing for diverse client portfolios, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Streamlined payroll workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing processing time through automation tools.

Skills

  • Deal closing
  • Key account growth
  • Sales operations
  • Sales presentations
  • Channel partnerships
  • Product demonstration
  • Product positioning
  • Salesforce CRM
  • Trade show participation
  • Sales team mentoring

Certification

Society for Human Resources Management - Certified Professional earned Jan 2021

Timeline

Principal Sales Engineer

Paychex, Inc
08.2009 - Current

Account Specalist (Implementation)

Paychex, Inc
10.2004 - 08.2009

Senior Payroll Specialist

Paychex, Inc
04.2001 - 10.2004
Jessica "Jess" Harless