Goal-oriented Account Specialist with proven abilities in customer relations and sales. Natural at connecting with people, building trust and identifying needs. Brings strategic approach to managing existing accounts and bringing in new customers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Buyer
LKQ Corporation Inc.
Greenville, South Carolina
04.2023 - Current
Established long-term partnerships with preferred suppliers to secure inventory at favorable pricing structures.
Maintain a network of customers to sustain continuity and consistency in quality and volume buys.
Maintain direct line of communications with leadership and peers regarding competitive situation, market conditions and scheduling.
Determines and plans daily route and vendor visits.
Commercial Operations Coordinator
Oleon Americas
Simpsonville, SC
05.2021 - 01.2023
Managed customer experiences with close eye on team interactions, touchpoints and methods of engagement
Delivered products of consistent quality to customers by working directly with departments on delivery and production issues
Accurately processed customer orders, changes and managed order book over of $50M
Addressed escalated customer issues and leveraged resources to implement actionable solutions
Answered customers' questions about products, prices and availability
Account Specialist III
adidas
Spartanburg, SC
11.2011 - 05.2021
Managed order book in an excess of $140M for multiple accounts
Communicated with clients to build strong connections and improve account strategy
Handled client questions, concerns and escalations to meet contractual expectations and preserve client relationships
Gathered and verified required customer information for tracking purposes
Served customer needs for 50 established accounts across Fashion and Sporting Goods accounts
Achieved awards such as AS of the Quarter (twice) and multiple Superstar Awards (bonus)
District Manager
Sports Mania
Jacksonville, FL
05.2009 - 10.2011
Analyzed key metrics and developed actionable solutions to close gaps, reduce operational deficiencies and financial risks
Nurtured company growth through extensive marketing, advertising and direct customer care
Spearheaded customer relations strategies and prioritized client experiences to build brand loyalty
Balanced company profitability, growth and market share with current operation and trend data to make decisions
Implemented new sales opportunities thru Booster Clubs, sports complexes and special events to help boost sales 50% in the first 18 months
Education
Real Estate License -
Wyatt Real Estate School
Greenville, SC
01.2004
Real Estate - Inventory and Material Management, Microsoft Suite
Greenville Tech
Greenville, SC
01.2000
Skills
SAP Software
Orderbook Management
Account servicing
Microsoft Suite
Time Management
Good communication
Conflict resolution
Customer relations
Multitasking
Timeline
Outside Buyer
LKQ Corporation Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Commercial Operations Coordinator
Oleon Americas
05.2021 - 01.2023
Account Specialist III
adidas
11.2011 - 05.2021
District Manager
Sports Mania
05.2009 - 10.2011
Real Estate License -
Wyatt Real Estate School
Real Estate - Inventory and Material Management, Microsoft Suite