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Karin Lei Harris

Tampa,FL
Karin Lei Harris

Summary

  • Dedicated sales and operations professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
  • Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

VIPCare Dental

Regional Manager of Operations
01.2020 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Created operational structures and playbook for supported offices through strategic planning sessions with principals and consultants
  • Enhanced regional branch performance by implementing proven management processes to increase revenue.
  • Analyze business trends and targets to create budgets, monitor revenue and profitability
  • Monitor P&L statements and develop effective ways to close performance gaps, train and coach Practice Managers and Dentists in their growth and development as leaders and business partners
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as key advocate for various personnel issues.
  • Developed and optimized organizational systems to boost efficiency and keep operations scalable and agile for changing demands.

Heartland Dental

Regional Manager of Operations
06.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Analyzed business reporting and recommend strategic plans of action to attain yearly budgetary and contribution goals,
  • Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as key advocate for various personnel issues.
  • Monitor the P&L statements and develop effective ways to close the gaps between actual and projected performance
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Coordinated leadership workshops to educate team members on best practices to optimize productivity.
  • Developed and optimized organizational systems to boost efficiency and keep operations scalable and agile for changing demands.
  • Best Month Ever (Q1 2019) for 6 out of 7 supported practices

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Administrative Support Concierge
02.2017 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Organized logistics and materials for global meetings, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Prepared and reviewed supporting forms and documents, tracked status and prepared one-time and recurring reports.
  • Handled all domestic and international travel arrangements and reservations, cutting company's travel expenses by 20%.
  • Served as a key participant on the company’s Diversity Council supporting women in technology

CSM Squared Consultants, LLC

Sales Management Consultant
09.2014 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
  • Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
  • Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
  • Helped leaders understand how to effectively manage Time, Communication and People.
  • Provided consultative support and delivered professional presentations during board meetings, fundraising events, and public relations appearances
  • Developed metrics derived from raw company data to track improvements in organizational efficiency.

Wireless Universe/T-Mobile Premium Retailer

Regional Sales Director
02.2014 - 07.2014

Job overview

  • Directed sales and operations for 3 Regional Managers, 24 Sales Managers, and 150 Representatives. Promoted 3 managers from within.
  • Established ambitious sales targets, managed deployment strategies and developed go-to-market plans to capitalize on every revenue opportunity.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Identified cost reduction and profitability opportunities through P&L analysis, inventory audits, and performance reviews
  • Forecasted annual, quarterly, and monthly sales goals achieving 120% profit margin increase
  • Restructured commission program to drive 90% attainment in KPI metrics
  • Created Leadership Training and Development Program to improve customer satisfaction, build internal talent pool, and attract talent from competitors.

T-Mobile

Sales & Operations Manager
03.2011 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • Developed deep relationships with store managers, business owners and vendor sales teams to carry out sales initiatives and operational objectives.
  • Implemented training programs for all levels of staff within each franchise on customer engagement, sales promotions, merchandising guidelines, and operations.
  • Devised sales strategies to increase points of distribution, customer conversion and product lineup.
  • Increased monthly gross sales from $4M to $6M, exceeding goals for sales, revenue and profit margins.
  • Grew market penetration and sales figures by leveraging community relationships resulting in 38% revenue increase.
  • Prepared and implemented strategic growth plans for territory based on company goals and expectations.

T-Mobile

Program Manager
10.2009 - 02.2011

Job overview

  • Built, trained and managed 50+ sales representatives to carry out sales and operational objectives.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies, policy updates and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Devised sales strategies to increase points of distribution, shelf space, product positioning, consumer awareness, conversion and user acquisition.
  • Drove market expansion plans resulting in 2 new market managers and 34 new representative positions.

T-Mobile

Account Development Representative
11.2008 - 09.2009

Job overview

  • Developed and strengthened relationships with key stakeholders of independent entities to drive revenue and promote long term growth.
  • Researched competitive landscape and emerging technologies to position brand in national marketplace.
  • Aligned sales strategies and planning objectives with company’s sales campaigns, merchandising guidelines, and operational functions.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Leveraged marketing channels and sales strategies to develop pipeline and increase profitability.

T-Mobile

Retail Sales Manager
02.2006 - 10.2008

Job overview

  • Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback and rewarding superior performance.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Monitored performance, conducting employee reviews, and making informed decisions for promotions or firings when appropriate
  • Oversaw employee performance and corrective action to increase efficiency and maintain productivity targets.
  • Conducted ongoing staff development to help employees achieve growth within job roles. Promoted 3 Assistant Managers and 2 Store Managers.
  • Maintained company's visual merchandise standards through general housekeeping and planograms.
  • Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight and capitalize on emerging trends.

Education

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science from Business Management, Operations
01.2023 - Current

Skills

  • Process and Procedure Refinement
  • Organizational Efficiency
  • P&L Administration
  • Motivational Leadership
  • P&L Responsibility
  • Process and Performance Improvement
  • Operational Excellence
  • Strategic Consulting
  • Strategic Vision
  • Culture Transformation
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Timeline

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science from Business Management, Operations
01.2023 - Current

Regional Manager of Operations

VIPCare Dental
01.2020 - 08.2020

Regional Manager of Operations

Heartland Dental
06.2018 - 08.2019

Administrative Support Concierge

PricewaterhouseCoopers
02.2017 - 06.2018

Sales Management Consultant

CSM Squared Consultants, LLC
09.2014 - 05.2016

Regional Sales Director

Wireless Universe/T-Mobile Premium Retailer
02.2014 - 07.2014

Sales & Operations Manager

T-Mobile
03.2011 - 12.2013

Program Manager

T-Mobile
10.2009 - 02.2011

Account Development Representative

T-Mobile
11.2008 - 09.2009

Retail Sales Manager

T-Mobile
02.2006 - 10.2008
Karin Lei Harris