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Sara Urella

South Paris,ME

Summary

Dynamic Partner and Account Manager with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and expanding market presence. Specialized in relationship building, strategic planning, and executing innovative sales strategies that consistently exceed company targets. Proactive, results-driven, and proficient in optimizing sales workflows and fostering collaboration to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Partner Manager

NMB Solutions Inc.
Kanata, ON
08.2022 - 07.2024

Developed and implemented a partner strategy in alignment with overall business goals. Optimized sales efforts by identifying key target partner accounts and establishing clear performance metrics.
Ensured competitiveness through continuous industry research and analysis. Served as an advocate for partner needs, influencing product development processes.
• Significantly contributed to the creation of the partner program from its inception.
• Created processes and documentation for the partner program.
• Achieved 100% sales from partner referrals by the end of the second year.
• Fostered a culture of empathy and responsiveness across partner channels.
• Established partner performance metrics and conducted regular evaluations.
• Developed the first monthly newsletter for partners.

Client Services Manager

e2open (fka BluJay Solutions Inc.)
Chelmsford, MA
04.2019 - 08.2022

Established and nurtured strong partner relationships, providing executive-level service through effective communication.
Utilized upselling and cross-selling techniques to enhance revenue streams significantly.
Developed multi-phase sales roadmaps to surpass corporate performance expectations.
• Surpassed annual quota, closing the year at 188% of the target.
• Executed channel sales strategies to drive revenue growth, focusing on enhancing relationships with channel partners and expanding market presence.
• Established governance mechanisms and communication channels to facilitate effective decision-making and partner alignment.
• Developed mechanisms to mitigate risks and address conflicts through clear agreements and dispute resolution processes.
• Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and contractual obligations between partners.

Channel Partner Coordinator

e2open (fka BluJay Solutions Inc.)
Chelmsford, MA
06.2018 - 04.2019

Streamlined collections processes to improve efficiency and bolster reseller partnerships.
Directed management of collections and maintenance agreement terminations through direct reseller communication.
• Created and documented new processes for the collection of past-due reseller accounts.
• Developed and implemented a new process for maintenance renewal of reseller customer accounts.
• Decreased past-due reseller customer accounts by 30%.

Assistant Manager

Elements Massage of Marlborough
Marlborough, USA
10.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Manager

Perfumania
Nashua, USA
05.2015 - 04.2016

Education

Business Administration

Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA

Skills

  • Channel Sales Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Program Development
  • Sales Cycle Management
  • Revenue Generation
  • Market Expansion
  • Performance Metrics
  • Partner Relationship Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Customer Service
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Creative Troubleshooting
  • Salesforce
  • Microsoft Office

Certification

Certified Channel Management Professional The Channel Institute

Timeline

Global Partner Manager

NMB Solutions Inc.
08.2022 - 07.2024

Client Services Manager

e2open (fka BluJay Solutions Inc.)
04.2019 - 08.2022

Channel Partner Coordinator

e2open (fka BluJay Solutions Inc.)
06.2018 - 04.2019

Assistant Manager

Elements Massage of Marlborough
10.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Manager

Perfumania
05.2015 - 04.2016

Business Administration

Mount Wachusett Community College