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SARAH O’NEILL

Uddingston,South Lanarkshire

Summary

Experienced Commercial Sales Coordinator with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, experienced in contract and inventory management, logistics coordination and order processing. Adept at data analysis and ensuring accurate reporting and efficient operational support. Known for a customer focussed approach and effective team collaboration with a focus on contributing to streamlined processes and reliable service delivery.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work history

Commercial Sales Coordinator

Volvo Construction Equipment Haulers Ltd
Motherwell
2006.06 - Current
  • Support sales team from lead generation to closing by preparing quotes, contracts, and proposals.
  • Conduct contract reviews for each sale and analyse margin costs to aid business decisions.
  • Assist in procuring parts, equipment, and logistics to optimise efficiency.
  • Liaise with stakeholders and departments to ensure accurate processing and timely delivery of customer orders.
  • Engage with customers and dealers to address inquiries and provide assistance.
  • Negotiate with subcontractors for additional equipment needs.
  • Maintain and organise sales documents for audit readiness.
  • Attend sales exhibitions to promote products and generate leads.

Rental Sales Administrator

Terex UK Equipment Ltd
Blantyre, South Lanarkshire
2002.06 - 2006.06
  • Managed rental fleet of articulated and rigid dump trucks.
  • Facilitated communication with customers regarding rental contracts.
  • Supported resolution of breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Processed invoices for rental revenue on established contracts.
  • Projected monthly income based on usage patterns.

European Integration Team Leader

Cap Gemini Ernst & Young
Frankfurt, Germany / Edinburgh
2000.06 - 2002.06
  • Assisted in transition of accounts payable department from Frankfurt to Edinburgh.
  • Supported compliance with accounting processes and quality standards.
  • Aided in identifying and enhancing business processes.
  • Recorded issues and service failures related to KPIs.
  • Coordinated with vendors and clients to address standard queries and problems.

Policy Officer

Scottish Executive
Edinburgh
1999.05 - 2000.06
  • Provided guidance and support for understanding EC and UK legislation on procurement issues.
  • Advised on applying EC procurement rules and UK implementing legislation, including Scottish procurement regulations.
  • Assisted with European Commission proposals and discussion papers as required.
  • Served as liaison with Treasury and procurement policy unit contacts.
  • Supported working groups and committees to enhance procurement practices across Scottish public sector and promote best practices.
  • Maintained and updated management information systems (MIS) database for delegated purchasers.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology

The University of Abertay
Dundee

BA (Hons) - European Business Law

The University of Abertay
Dundee

Skills

  • Contract and inventory management
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Global logistics coordination
  • Confidential information handling
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer focus
  • Verbal and written communication
  • IT literacy: MS Office proficiency
  • SAP proficiency
  • UK driving licence

Affiliations

  • Keeping Fit, Boxing, Hill walking , Skiing , Travelling, Cooking

References

Jim Kerr, Commercial Sales Manager, Volvo Construction Equipment Haulers Ltd, Newhouse Industrial Estate, Motherwell, ML1 5RY,  Mobile No 0791 862 7021 ,

Office No 01698 503 068, 

Email:  jim.kerr@volvo.com

Johnathan Cushley, Senior Associate, Austin Lafferty Solicitors, 84 Quarry Street, Hamilton, ML3 7AX, Office No 01698 477 614,

Email: hamilton@laffertylaw.com

Timeline

Commercial Sales Coordinator

Volvo Construction Equipment Haulers Ltd
2006.06 - Current

Rental Sales Administrator

Terex UK Equipment Ltd
2002.06 - 2006.06

European Integration Team Leader

Cap Gemini Ernst & Young
2000.06 - 2002.06

Policy Officer

Scottish Executive
1999.05 - 2000.06

Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology

The University of Abertay

BA (Hons) - European Business Law

The University of Abertay
SARAH O’NEILL