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Maria Cornetta

Proficient in Building Business Relationships, Increasing Sales and Mentoring New Hires
Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dynamic sales leader and Manager with a proven track record of consistently exceeding targets and driving revenue growth. Expertise in key account management, new hire training and fostering strong customer relationships. Recognized for innovative strategies that enhanced market share and team performance, achieving prestigious awards for excellence in sales.

Work History

ScentAir Technologies

Account Executive
12.2023 - 11.2024

Job overview

ScentAir is an International distributor of Fragrance in businesses to increase revenues and repeat business through a sensory experience.

  • Negotiated contracts successfully, securing favorable terms for both the company and clients.
  • Delivered informative presentations to potential clients, showcasing the unique value of products or services offered.
  • Monitored industry trends and competition, adjusting sales strategies accordingly to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Optimized sales pipeline management, ensuring steady flow of opportunities through careful planning and follow-up activities.
  • Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Increased revenues by presenting a Sensory Experience through Scent in businesses. Customers were hotels, apartment complexes, medical offices, Senior Living Establishments, Auto Dealerships and many more.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive sales proposals that addressed all aspects of client requirements.

Safilo USA

Area Sales Manger/Account Executive
09.2001 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
  • Strong history of increasing territory sales
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
  • Successfully managed portfolio of high-value accounts, maintaining focus on customer satisfaction and account growth.
  • Pioneered adoption of consultative selling approach, which became best practice within team.
  • Training and Leadership resulted in greatly increased Market Share with consecutive years of Presidents Club, Million Dollar Club and Trip Awards
  • Delivered informative presentations to potential clients and their staff showcasing the unique value of products or services offered.

PartyLite

Business Unit Leader
03.1993 - 10.2002

Job overview

PartyLite is a leader in home decor, Colonial Candles known to be the best burning candles, outdoor items for summer sizzle and heartwarming gifts to touch the heart

  • Developed and executed strategic plans to drive growth, profitability, and market share.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and idea sharing among team members.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful product launches and market expansions.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of customers.
  • Increased Unit Sales 30-40% annually

Education

Robert Morris University
Coraopolis, PA

Bachelor of Science from Marketing

University Overview


  • 3.6 GPA
  • Research Project: Psychology of Sales


Skills

  • New Hire Training Manager
  • Key Account Manager
  • Top Leader in Sales
  • Onboarding and Professional Development
  • Awarded Synergy Group of the Year
  • Strong customer service
  • Vertical and Horizontal Growth
  • Achieving and surpassing objectives
  • Client relationship building
  • Strategic selling

Timeline

Account Executive

ScentAir Technologies
12.2023 - 11.2024

Area Sales Manger/Account Executive

Safilo USA
09.2001 - 11.2023

Business Unit Leader

PartyLite
03.1993 - 10.2002

Robert Morris University

Bachelor of Science from Marketing
Maria CornettaProficient in Building Business Relationships, Increasing Sales and Mentoring New Hires