Top-performing sales and business development professional with 17 years’ experience building and enhancing market presence, driving revenue growth within highly competitive markets, optimizing sales performance, utilizing proactive and aggressive business techniques.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Sales Manager
CEVA Logistics Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Developed strong relationships with industry influencers and stakeholders to leverage networking opportunities for business expansion.
Introduced innovative sales techniques resulting in enhanced productivity levels across the department.
Increased global sales by developing and implementing effective sales strategies and tactics.
Provided regular sales forecasts, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership for informed decision-making purposes.
Account Executive
FedEx Services
02.2022 - 04.2023
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
Established long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, solidifying the company''s reputation as a trusted partner in their respective industries.
Qualified leads, built relationships and executed sales strategies to drive new business
Global Commercial Sales – Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
01.2018 - 01.2021
Negotiated and closed $50 million bringing in accounts such as Weatherford.
Built a strong network of industry contacts through active participation in professional associations and networking events.
Managed training on Global sales for sales executives in North America and Canada.
Negotiated contracts with clients, focusing on mutually beneficial terms and long-term partnerships.
– African and Middle East Territories
United Parcel Service-UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain
08.2013 - 12.2017
Secured and managed operations generating revenues over $70 million; turning around underperforming territories and exceeding UPS’ KPI metrics
Managed the performance of airside operations for ENOC/ADNOC through performance reviews, frequent discussions, coaching and career development plans
Designed and implemented strategic sales plan, resulting in an increase of UPS’ customer base by 49%.
Advocated for policies supporting work-life balance within organizations represented by group members as part of ongoing efforts towards employee wellbeing.
Sales Manager - Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky
DHL Global Forwarding
08.2010 - 08.2013
Implemented sales plans for European trade into North America, Canada, and Latin America
Secured Link-Belt and Galls accounts with a projected revenue of $30 million
Worked with the international recruiting team to hire and assist with immigration and mobility.
Business Development Manager – Bahrain and Qatar
RE/MAX International
10.2008 - 07.2010
Successfully negotiated contracts with offshore oil companies, generated a 75% increase in profits through deployment of strategic initiatives
Analyzed market trends, conditions, and activities to accurately advise expatriates and develop competitive market proposals
Secured a 30% increase in repeat business and 45% increase in personal referrals.
Sales Manager – Bahrain and Saudi Arabia
Qatar Airways
10.2006 - 10.2008
Generated more than $20 million in new business contracts in a multi-region territory through telemarketing, prospecting, cold calling and networking
Established, developed and maintained successful relationships with existing clientele and prospective customers in order to achieve $25 million revenue target.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA
05.1998
Skills
Expertise in cross-cultural business relationship building
Strong organizational, planning and sales management skills
Experience in designing and executing comprehensive international sales programs
Adept at devising procedures to enhance customer service and sales efficiency
Train & mentor sales personnel of varying cultural backgrounds, skills, and ages
Customer Engagement
Accomplishments
Winner of the 2015, 2016 and 2017 UPS World of Champions Contest
Brought in $70 million for UPS Sales Team
1st place (Tie) in the Great Plains Region for DHL closing $7.8 million with a target of $2.2 million
Best new agent of 2009 for RE/MAX International
Training
Bachelor of Arts in International Business, Northwestern College, Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Numerous sales leadership and management courses, seminars and workshops
Example: Effective Sales Training Course, Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio
Professional Highlights
Top-performing sales and business development professional with 17 years’ experience building and enhancing market presence, driving revenue growth within highly competitive markets, optimizing sales performance, utilizing proactive and aggressive business techniques.