Jennifer Yackel
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Results-driven business professional with proven track record in driving growth and fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in strategic planning, market analysis, and negotiation, consistently delivering impactful solutions. Known for strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving targets, ensuring reliable performance in dynamic environments. Proficient in CRM software, sales forecasting, and project management.
Business development professional with robust history of driving growth and fostering partnerships. Proven ability to identify market opportunities and execute strategic initiatives for revenue generation. Collaborative team player with strong focus on achieving results and adapting to dynamic business environments. Skilled in relationship building, market analysis, and project management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Manager
Priority Courier Experts
04.2023 - Current
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
- Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, consistently exceeding revenue targets through upselling strategies and exceptional customer service.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
- Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly quotas through diligent prospecting efforts, relentless follow-up activities, and expert negotiation skills.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
- Secured high-value accounts through persistent and strategic outreach efforts.
Matchmaker/ New member Strategist
TDR
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Specializes in identifying potential partners and initiates long-lasting relationships
- Primarily focusing on introducing clients to matches based on shared interests
- Guiding clients through their matchmaking experience
- Utilizing client database to find matches
- Providing dating coaching sessions
- Scheduling dates for clients
- Following up with clients to see how they liked their matches
- A passion for helping others
- Having strong interpersonal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Improved client retention rates by consistently delivering exceptional customer service throughout the matchmaking process.
- Implemented targeted marketing strategies to attract high-quality clientele for the matchmaking service.
Surgical Sales Rep/ Operations Manager
Paragon28
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Assist with delivery of kits to and from accounts
- Fostered strong relationships with surgeons and suppliers by making calls and maintaining communication
- Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients
- Dictated instruments and supplies used to surgeons during procedures
- Worked within internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment
- Collaborated with operating staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures
- Assist sales and field operations with special projects as assigned
- Established a reputation for exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues related to product performance or usage.
- Monitored sales metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic initiatives to achieve targets.
Assistant Showroom Manager
Peloton
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Passionately perform team building, business development and store operation functions, while driving pace-setting growth under the most challenging market conditions
- Capitalize on organization's unique products and competitive advantage to acquire, manage, service and retain a valued clientele, thus improving organizational profitability
- Long-term marketing sustainability, strategy, including social footprint of organizations value chain, emerging opportunities, visual merchandise, consumer trends, competitive activity, and ensure smooth retail operations
- Maintain best-in-class floor appearance, strategize inventory and cost controls
- Research new marketing methods and analyze customer behavior and sales trends in an ongoing effort to increase impact on the target customer
- Supported marketing initiatives by creating visually appealing social media content that showcased products available in the showroom.
- Organized schedules for staff members efficiently taking into account their availability while meeting business needs.
Key Leader
Lululemon
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Operated as Face of the retail business unit
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills, while displaying agility in responding to customers requirements and resourcefully attending concerns
- Displayed strong organizational and time management skills
- Worked collaboratively with staff to deliver an amazing guest experience and client centered services, while consistently exceeding weekly and monthly sales goals and targets
Education
Associate of Science -
St.Paul Technical College
Saint Paul, MN06.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Team leadership
- Budgeting & Finance
- Powerful Negotiator
- Sales & Strategy
- Relationship Development
- Sales Techniques
- Competitive
- Strong verbal communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Extremely organized
- Staff development
- Marketing
- Networking
- Account management
- Client relations
Certification
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
TMA- Trained Medication Assistant
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Priority Courier Experts
04.2023 - Current
Matchmaker/ New member Strategist
TDR
10.2019 - 03.2020
Surgical Sales Rep/ Operations Manager
Paragon28
04.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Showroom Manager
Peloton
07.2018 - 03.2019
Key Leader
Lululemon
07.2016 - 07.2018
Associate of Science -
St.Paul Technical College
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