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Ayla Mazmanova

Bournemouth

Summary

With over 13 years of experience in IT Sales Management, I am a results-driven professional with a proven history of driving revenue growth, cultivating strategic partnerships, and leading high-performing sales teams. I consistently exceed sales targets by leveraging my expertise in channel strategy, business development, and go-to-market execution. My strong technical knowledge, combined with exceptional communication and negotiation skills, enables me to align complex technology solutions with customer needs, ensuring satisfaction and long-term success. Fluent in multiple languages, I have effectively managed diverse markets across EMEA, including the UK, Middle East, Africa, Turkey, Russia, and CIS block, fostering lasting client relationships and delivering impactful results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Corporate Account Man/ META/ UK

VMware Carbon Black
Remote, UK
06.2021 - 11.2025
  • Account Management: Built strong relationships with corporate clients (Medium/Enterprise), acted as a primary contact, and tailored solutions to clients’ security needs.
  • Sales & Revenue Growth: Drove business through upselling, cross-selling, renewals, and managing channel/partner relationships, while overseeing quotes, POs, and sales target achievement.
  • Client Advocacy: Ensured seamless client experiences by acting as a client advocate and coordinating with internal teams; conducted regular business reviews to assess satisfaction.
  • Market Expertise: Stayed updated on IT security trends, provided insights on emerging threats, and represented the company at industry events to promote solutions.
  • Reporting & Strategy: Tracked account performance, analyzed market trends, forecasted opportunities, and presented updates to senior management.

Corporate Account Man

VMware Carbon Black
Reading
10.2018 - 06.2021

• Managed and developed the Middle East region.

• Executed end-to-end sales processes.

• Conducted product demos and presentations at CxO and senior levels.

• Monitored partner performance and managed marketing activities.

• Mentored Sales Development Representatives.

• Handled renewals and upselling.

Internal Account Manager for Enterprise/ UK&I

Fortinet
Remote, UK
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Client Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong relationships with enterprise clients in the UK and Ireland, addressing inquiries and tailoring solutions to client needs.
  • Sales & Revenue Growth: Identified upselling and cross-selling opportunities, developed account strategies, managed quotes/purchase orders, and met sales targets.
  • Account Planning & Strategy: Created comprehensive account plans, monitored performance, and collaborated with marketing and product teams on targeted initiatives.
  • Customer Advocacy: Acted as a client advocate by coordinating with internal teams to resolve issues, improve satisfaction, and conduct business reviews.
  • Market Expertise: Stayed informed on industry trends, provided actionable insights, and represented Fortinet at industry events and conferences.
  • Reporting & Analysis: Tracked key metrics, analyzed client data, and delivered regular reports to senior management.

Project Manager for Polycom Account

EIMS
Bournemouth, England
10.2011 - 09.2015
  • Project Management: Defined objectives, timeframes, and targets while ensuring quality standards and project guidelines were met.
  • Performance Oversight: Monitored Inside Sales and Lead Generation teams, supported daily objectives, and drove sales cycles on monthly/quarterly bases.
  • Forecasting & Reporting: Created pipeline/revenue forecasts and built detailed forecast reports using CRM, Excel, and internal tools; ensured Salesforce (SFDC) data integrity.
  • Client Representation: Represented client interests, executed project outcomes, and provided regular updates on campaign results, hours, and budget usage.
  • Team Support & Training: Provided training materials, monitored results, and offered guidance to improve team performance and achieve project objectives.
  • Account Growth: Maintained strong client relationships, oversaw accounting/costing/billing, and identified opportunities for account growth.

Education

Master of Science - Msc Tourism Management and Marketing

Bournemouth University
02.2018 - 02.2019

Skills

  • Negotiation
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Sales Planning & Strategy
  • Revenue Growth
  • Closing (Sales)
  • Complex Sales Management
  • Forecasting & Reporting
  • Presentations
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • CRM & Salesforce (SFDC) Management
  • Account Growth & Advocacy
  • Communication
  • Communication skills
  • Calm under pressure

References

References available upon request.

Languages

English, Turkish, Russian

Timeline

Senior Corporate Account Man/ META/ UK

VMware Carbon Black
06.2021 - 11.2025

Corporate Account Man

VMware Carbon Black
10.2018 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Msc Tourism Management and Marketing

Bournemouth University
02.2018 - 02.2019

Internal Account Manager for Enterprise/ UK&I

Fortinet
09.2016 - 09.2018

Project Manager for Polycom Account

EIMS
10.2011 - 09.2015
Ayla Mazmanova