Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Donation Drive
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Maria Saldana

Maria Saldana

Fort Wayne,Indiana

Summary

Dynamic Account Manager offering expertise in building partnerships, retaining key accounts and enhancing profit channels. Strong leader with proficiency in growing professional network, influencing decision-makers and devising successful strategies. Collaborative and strategic team leader with robust background in customer relationship management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Manager

Circle Logistics
04.2022 - Current
  • Acted as primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building and maintaining strong relationships, and understanding their unique logistics needs.
  • Coordinated transportation and distribution of goods, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Negotiated transportation rates with carriers, optimizing costs, and improving client's budgetary performance.
  • Utilized data analysis and KPI tracking to continuously improve supply chain efficiency, reducing lead times and enhancing service quality.
  • Resolved logistics-related issues promptly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to supply chain operations.
  • Managed all documentation and compliance requirements, including customs and import/export regulations.
  • Collaborated with internal departments, carriers, warehouses, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth logistics operations.

Account Manager

Freedom Freight
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Maintain and grow existing accounts, analyze customers' needs and offer solutions
  • roblem-solvingUse p skills
  • Took over Delhaize and Kinxeo accounts and improved their performance
  • Worked with load planners to find solutions
  • Learned the Cradle-to-grave process.

Office Manager /Executive Recruiter

Hoosier Personnel
01.2020 - 01.2022

Office Management:

  • Streamlined office operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities.
  • Managed administrative staff and resources to maintain anefficient work environment.
  • Oversaw facilities management, vendor relationships, and procurement.
  • Developed and maintained office policies and procedures.

Recruitment:

Led full-cycle recruitment processes, from job posting to onboarding.

  • Developed job descriptions, conducted interviews, and assessed candidates.
  • Maintained a talent pipeline and built relationships with potential candidates.
  • Collaborated with department heads to understand hiring needs and create recruitment strategies.
  • Implemented creative sourcing techniques, including social media and job boards.
  • Negotiated job offers and managed pre-employment checks.

Human Resources:

  • Managed employee records, benefits administration, and payroll coordination.
  • Ensured compliance with HR policies and employment laws.
  • Handled employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.

Life Insurance Agent

PHP Agency
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Prospected and developed a client base through various sales and marketing strategies.
  • Conducted comprehensive insurance needs assessments for clients and recommended suitable life insurance policies.
  • Explained policy features, benefits, and coverage options to clients in a clear and concise manner.
  • Prepared and presented insurance quotes to potential clients, addressing their questions and concerns.
  • Closed sales and maintained detailed records of client interactions and policy information.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to process applications, underwriting requirements, and policy issuance.
  • Provided exceptional post-sale customer service, addressing policyholder inquiries and assisting with policy updates and claims.
  • Stayed updated on industry trends, insurance products, and regulations through continuous education and training.

Education

Liberal Arts -

Ivy Tech
Fort Wayne, IN

Diploma -

Northrop High School
01.2013

Cosmetology License - Beauty

Rudae's School of Beauty Culture
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2018

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Sales Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Cost Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Emotionally intelligent
  • Leadership Skills
  • Able to adjust to shifting industries
  • Self Motivated
  • Growth Mindset
  • Organizational Fundraising

Certification

  • 2022 Champion of Change Award Nominee, Greater Fort Wayne
  • Real Estate License, In Progress
  • Rudae's Beauty School - Licensed Cosmetologist, Inactive
  • Life and Health License, Inactive

Donation Drive

YWCA - MOTHERS DAY DONATION DRIVE

In 2022, I organized a donation drive for the YWCA NorthEast Indiana for Mother's Day. As someone who is passionate about mentoring and guiding people in the right direction, I felt it was important to do something to help single mothers who face additional struggles. My goal was to do something nice for these women and the community and let them know that there are people who want to see them succeed.

The donation drive was a great success and led to my nomination for the Champion of Change award in the City of Fort Wayne. It was a bittersweet moment because I never expected to receive such an award. If you'd like to see my results, feel free to contact me. We created a marketing video and had tons of sponsors from local places who donated services and gift certificates for the cause.

This experience has led me to slowly work on my non-profit organization for women called Woman P.A.C.T - Personal Accountability Changes Today. The focus of this organization is to rehabilitate women who have gone through the criminal system or have found themselves in difficult situations and reside at places like the YWCA. Having someone who believes in you and having the necessary support is crucial in breaking the cycle of a difficult life. The best part about life is that you can wake up any day and choose to be a better version of yourself than you were yesterday.

Timeline

Account Manager

Circle Logistics
04.2022 - Current

Account Manager

Freedom Freight
02.2022 - 04.2022

Office Manager /Executive Recruiter

Hoosier Personnel
01.2020 - 01.2022

Life Insurance Agent

PHP Agency
01.2018 - 01.2021

Liberal Arts -

Ivy Tech

Diploma -

Northrop High School

Cosmetology License - Beauty

Rudae's School of Beauty Culture
Maria Saldana