Sara Taliaferro
Shawnee,KS
Summary
To obtain a professional career in an environment where I can use my communication skills to benefit a growing organization. Established Account Executive gifted at lead generation and resolving customer issues. Engaging and personable and increasing business opportunities through dynamic marketing strategies, sharp communication skills and dedication to customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
Essilor Labs Of America
12.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Qualified leads, built relationships and executed sales strategies to drive new business.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Attended networking events to build relationships and identify sales opportunities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop account strategy.
- Conducted regular check-ins with existing clients to assess their needs and identify upselling opportunities.
- Developed a solid pipeline of prospects through diligent research and targeted outreach efforts.
Territory Account Manager
WestGroupe USA
09.2021 - Current
- Opened 25 accounts in first 6 months
- Engaged and supported accounts with promotional plans as well as marketing support
- Implemented inventory systems with accounts which resulted in increase of new products by 36%
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of sales strategies and product offerings, leading to $125,000 in up-sell revenue.
Account Executive
Silhouette International
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Actively works with accounts to optimize business
- Develops, maintains, and implements strategic account planning
- Grew the existing market over 40%
- Responsible for training staff.
Territory Sales Consultant
Safilo USA
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Responsible for capturing customer’s business and developing a business plan to assist in optimal sales
- Develop and maintain effective routing and zoning plan for territory
- Conduct effective presentations and sales proposals
- Develop rapport and establish relationships with clients
- Responsible for tripling business.
Distribution Sales Consultant
Salon Centric/Peel’s Salon Services
01.2003 - 01.2014
- Develop and maintain effective routing and zoning plan for territory
- Responsible for expanding existing business by over 50%
- Develop and implement account specific business plans
- Developed rapport and established relationships with clients
- Developed short- and long-term goals; including planning to achieve these goals
- Effectively communicate with manager on business efforts, routing, call planning, and continuing education
- President’s Club winner 2006-2010.
Database Integrity Analyst
Sprint
03.2001 - 01.2003
- Provided leadership and technical guidance to internal and external clients thru appropriate education
- Recommended network design based on needs of the client
- Assisted in logical network design for maximum benefit to the client
- Effectively communicated with internal and external clients to achieve sales goals set
- Resolved system discrepancies to create/save sales profit.
Network Provisioner
Sprint
06.1999 - 03.2001
- Evaluated network orders to ensure proper equipment to support network build-outs
- Designed circuits and networks for domestic clients
- Coordinated installation schedules and resource requirements across concurrent developmental projects
- Assisted in training new employees.
Education
B.S. Communication Disorders - Speech Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
05.1999
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Publisher
- Salesforcecom
- Client Relationship Building
- Pipeline Management
- Account Management
- Relationship building and management
Timeline
Account Executive
Essilor Labs Of America
12.2022 - Current
Territory Account Manager
WestGroupe USA
09.2021 - Current
Account Executive
Silhouette International
08.2018 - 09.2021
Territory Sales Consultant
Safilo USA
01.2014 - 08.2018
Distribution Sales Consultant
Salon Centric/Peel’s Salon Services
01.2003 - 01.2014
Database Integrity Analyst
Sprint
03.2001 - 01.2003
Network Provisioner
Sprint
06.1999 - 03.2001
B.S. Communication Disorders - Speech Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
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