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KOLIN LEE

Accounts Manager - Electronic Security Systems
Barrie,ON

Summary

Collaborative Key Account Manager with demonstrated success in relationship building, negotiating and developing new business within targeted and assigned accounts. Strong analytic, quantitative and technical aptitude with great attention to detail. Self-motivated, driven and adaptable with proven track record of exceeding goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
2
2
Languages
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Security Solutions Sales

JTS Fire & Security Inc.
Guelph , ON
05.2024 - Current

Sell security solutions and services to both potential and existing clients.
Collaborate with engineering firms, designers, and internal teams to recommend fully functional, integrated systems.
Investigate, research, cost, and bid on RFPs and RFPQs for large city, municipal, and industrial clients.

Educate and promote services with internal teams

Key Accounts Manager

ILOQ
05.2022 - 01.2024
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to drive adoption of iLOQ's products and services.
  • Arrange and execute presentations tailored to end-users, partners, and distribution channels.
  • Organize and attend trade shows and events designed to expand market awareness
  • Track all opportunities, leads and activities with Dynamics 365 CRM.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless project execution and exceptional client service.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently exceeding expectations regarding communication, responsiveness, and issue resolution.
  • Identified new business opportunities by analyzing industry trends and competitor activities.
  • Provided valuable insights to product development teams based on customer feedback, driving innovation in offerings.

Business Development Manager

Allied Universal Technical Services (formerly G4S)
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Optimized sales funnels by leveraging data-driven insights to refine targeting strategies and maximize conversion rates.
  • Tracked all activities through Salesforce CRM.
  • Solutions based selling of enterprise level multi-platform solutions including: GENETEC, AXIS Communications, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS (Avigilon, Indigovision, and Pelco), C-CURE, ALARM.COM and other systems.
  • Utilize my deep understanding of electronic security solutions, including access control, surveillance systems, intrusion detection and networking to exceed expectations of customers and co-workers.
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly quotas through diligent prospecting efforts, relentless follow-up activities, and expert negotiation skills.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

Senior Security Technician

Huronia Alarm Fire & Security
06.2018 - 10.2020
  • Sold Canadian Security Alarms to Huronia Alarms - accepted Senior Security Technician as intermediary position during transition.
  • Managed a team of 8 Technicians.
  • Negotiated reduced pricing terms with major suppliers to enhance cost-effectiveness.
  • Managed inventory effectively, ensuring all necessary parts were available for installations and repairs without delays or shortages.
  • Streamlined internal workflows by implementing efficient project management strategies, reducing time spent on administrative tasks.
  • Assisted clients in identifying potential security risks by conducting comprehensive site assessments.
  • Designed, sold, installed and managed all aspects of enterprise level security systems including: AXIS Communications, Geovision, Dahua, DSC, Honeywell, Alarm.com, KANTECH, and many other systems.

President and CEO

Canadian Security Alarms Inc.
03.2006 - 01.2020
  • Purchased and incorporated small security company.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
  • Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Influenced key stakeholders through effective communication strategies that garnered support for critical projects.
  • Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives, fostering goodwill within the community and industry.
  • Led operational team in development, rollout, and management of new product lines and projects.
  • Designed, sold, installed and managed home and business systems including: DSC, Alarm.com, Geovision, Honeywell, VIVOTEK, Hartmann Controls, KANTECH, GE Security, Keyscan, and many others.

Business Development Manager

VOXCOM Security
03.2003 - 03.2006
  • Expanded VOXCOM's security partner network sales by 350% over 3 years by signing new dealers, sales education, and improving initiatives.
  • Leveraged industry events to network with potential clients, generating significant brand exposure and driving new business acquisition efforts.
  • Led contract negotiations with clients, suppliers, or partners that balanced company interests while fostering strong relationships for long-term mutual benefit.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
  • Enhanced the company''s profitability by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in existing business processes.
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly quotas through diligent prospecting efforts, relentless follow-up activities, and expert negotiation skills.

National Accounts Manager

Tri-Ed Distribution (now WESCO/Anixter)
01.2001 - 03.2003
  • Managed all aspects of interactions with national customer and dealer programs.
  • Implemented pricing strategies to improve margins without sacrificing customer satisfaction or competitiveness.
  • Developed customized proposals for prospective clients, highlighting unique value propositions that addressed their specific needs.
  • Mentored junior team members providing guidance on best practices in managing large-scale accounts effectively.
  • Supervised and trained new hires on best practices and proper protocols; updated training materials and sales collateral and decreased process gaps.

Education

High School Diploma -

Innisdale Secondary School
Barrie
1986 - 1989

Skills

Consultative and Relationship Selling

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Software

Microsoft Office

PDF Pro

Dynamics 365

Salesforce

Certification

CSP - Certified Sales Professional

Interests

Singing

Comedy

Electronic Security

Timeline

Security Solutions Sales

JTS Fire & Security Inc.
05.2024 - Current

Key Accounts Manager

ILOQ
05.2022 - 01.2024

Business Development Manager

Allied Universal Technical Services (formerly G4S)
05.2021 - 05.2022

First Aid Level 1

06-2019

ADC Access Control Certification

05-2019

AXIS Communications

01-2019

Senior Security Technician

Huronia Alarm Fire & Security
06.2018 - 10.2020

ADC Intrusion Certification

07-2013

President and CEO

Canadian Security Alarms Inc.
03.2006 - 01.2020

CSP - Certified Sales Professional

01-2006

Business Development Manager

VOXCOM Security
03.2003 - 03.2006

National Accounts Manager

Tri-Ed Distribution (now WESCO/Anixter)
01.2001 - 03.2003

High School Diploma -

Innisdale Secondary School
1986 - 1989
KOLIN LEEAccounts Manager - Electronic Security Systems