Open To Work
Magdalena Valand
Predilnica Litija, European High Performance Yarn Manufacturer
Ljubljana
19
Years of experience
Experienced Sales and Customer Care Manager with a strong background in B2B sales and international business. Proven track record in growing sales, developing new markets, and building long-term customer relationships. Skilled in account management, project leadership, and business development. Fluent in English, Slovene, Russian, Slovak, and Czech.
Work History
Area Sales Manager
6 Years 10 Months- Manage key customer accounts in Belgium, France, Tunisia, Spain, Portugal, Scandinavia, and Central and Eastern Europe.
- Manage an annual sales portfolio of approximately €12 million.
- Developed two new customers in Central and Eastern Europe who are becoming key accounts.
- Led the implementation of the company's CRM system.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
Area Manager / Director of Representative Office in Slovakia
11 Years 2 Months- Managed sales and marketing activities in Slovakia.
- Led a local team of two sales engineers and one assistant.
- Increased market share by 300% in 5 years and significantly improved brand awareness in the Slovak market.
- Worked closely with architects, developers, investors, and construction companies.
- Supported sales activities in France and cooperated with the local sales agent.
Sales and Marketing Specialist
1 Year 2 Months- Managed sales administration for Eastern European and Russian-speaking markets.
Sales and Marketing Specialist
1 Year 2 Months- Managed sales administration for Eastern European and Russian-speaking markets.
Account Manager
- Managed key accounts, coordinated media campaigns.
Education
Master's Degree - Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics
Skills
B2B Sales
Key Account Management
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Client Relations
International Sales
Market Analysis
Sales Strategy
Business Development
Project Management
Team Leadership
Negotiation
Communication
Analytical Skills
Languages
Slovene – Fluent
Slovak – Native
Czech – Fluent
English – Fluent
Russian – Fluent
linkedin.com/in/magdalenavaland
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Mercuri International – Key Account Management (2023)
- Gustav Käser Training International – Effective Leadership and Sales Coaching (2011–2012)
Timeline
Area Sales Manager
Predilnica Litija, European High Performance Yarn Manufacturer
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Area Manager / Director of Representative Office in Slovakia
Trimo, Producer of High-quality Facade and Roofing Systems
11.2007 - 01.2019Read More
Sales and Marketing Specialist
Gorenje Tiki
08.2006 - 10.2007Read More
Sales and Marketing Specialist
Gorenje Tiki
08.2006 - 10.2007Read More
Account Manager
PanMedia Western
2000 - 2006Read More
University of Economics
Master's Degree from Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics
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