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Sonia Welch

Honiton,Devon
Sonia Welch

Summary

Customer-oriented, strategic-thinking and meticulous sales professional with over 15 years of experience in building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multitasking and self-motivated leader with expertise on expanding network connections, introducing products, implementing pricing models, and territory development. Effective at identifying customer needs to deliver solutions.

A positive and dedicated individual with a strong passion to succeed, I am a highly respected team player always willing to help others wherever possible. I am proactive and driven, keen to develop skills and knowledge, welcoming constructive feedback. I am a confident person with a can-do attitude, using initiative and passion to thrive in a variety of environments.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Hozah

Business Development Manager
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Created new client pipeline to meet monthly targets.
  • Identified and closed new business opportunities through strategic networking, enhancing valuable client bases.
  • Oversaw full sales lifecycle from prospecting clients to closing deals.
  • Influenced key decision-making and established trust with stakeholders.
  • Maintained client records in bespoke CRM systems, ensuring streamlined data processes for maximum efficiency.
  • Consistently exceeded revenue targets through new account penetration and development.
  • Coached team to build client relationships and exceed sales targets.
  • Attended prominent industry trade shows, exhibitions and events across UK.
  • Contacted and converted potential customers via telephone, email and in-person enquiries.
  • Managed budgets and inventory to minimise costs and maximise profits.
  • Prepared monthly sales forecast reports detailing key metrics to examine areas of improvement.
  • Increased sales by 150% within my first three months.
  • Onboarded key account clients such as Savills

Glenigan

Key Account Manager, Business Development
06.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Business to Business sales and training with key decision makers.
  • Crafted detailed sales reports, outlining key metrics to enhance strategic business decision-making.
  • Drove business growth within specified sales territories through strategic and tactical solution implementation.
  • Maintained advanced product and industry trend knowledge, performing regular market research to enhance company offerings.
  • Employed exceptional rapport-building skills to nurture key relationships, achieving 95% retention of allocated accounts.
  • Identified expansion opportunities, developing existing product ranges and increasing stockists to drive sales.
  • Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies and activities, directly increasing sales by 85%.
  • Provided first-class client services, from onboarding to daily account management.
  • Maintained client records in bespoke CRM systems, ensuring streamlined data processes for maximum efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-company departments, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends.
  • Provided practical customer and market insight for improved strategic planning with shareholders.
  • Manage a portfolio of 110 accounts totalling in £145k value

ParkingEye

Key Account Manager, Business Development
06.2018 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Fostered customer loyalty and consistent investment by building positive and productive relationships.
  • Expertly managed sales lifecycles, from lead generation through to contract negotiations and closings.
  • Adapted product and service offerings based on industry trends research.
  • Collected customer and market feedback and reported information to company leadership.
  • Increased year-on-year sales by 90%, implementing strategic business growth and retention initiatives.
  • Drove contract renewals through proactive calls and follow up campaigns.
  • Identified and developed new business opportunities, expanding existing client bases by 60%.
  • Onboarded clients such as Savills, Home Bargains, Booths, AB Ports and Colliers.
  • Developed and sustained critical partnerships with clients, continuously demonstrating value to ensure high rates of satisfaction.

Car Benefit Solutions

Account Management Team Leader
07.2016 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Professionally handled difficult customer complaints and objections to maintain first-class customer service standards.
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Resolved employee relations issues and navigated disciplinary proceedings.
  • Streamlined processes to achieve efficiencies and cost savings.
  • Recruited, trained and developed 18 team members.
  • Analysed Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data to identify trends and achieve team goals.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.
  • Prepared strategic planning to realise company vision.
  • Demonstrated sales strategies and customer service best practices to enhance team performance.
  • Supervised and mentored 18 multidisciplinary team members.
  • Drove team to consistently exceed critical Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets by up to 100%.

Education

Honiton Community College

GCSEs from 9 GCSE's including English Language, English Literature, Maths and Science
09.1999 - 05.2004

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Revenue development
  • Open and clear communicator
  • Proposal writing
  • Sales leadership

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Hozah
01.2023 - Current

Key Account Manager, Business Development

Glenigan
06.2022 - 01.2023

Key Account Manager, Business Development

ParkingEye
06.2018 - 06.2022

Account Management Team Leader

Car Benefit Solutions
07.2016 - 06.2018

Honiton Community College

GCSEs from 9 GCSE's including English Language, English Literature, Maths and Science
09.1999 - 05.2004
Sonia Welch