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Kylie Adamo

Stoney Creek,ON

Summary

A dynamic leader with a proven track record at EY, I excel in operational efficiency and process improvement strategies. My collaborative mindset and proficiency in multitasking have driven significant enhancements in workforce education and customer engagement. Demonstrated success in fostering relationships and streamlining operations, I embody a customer-focused approach with impactful results.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations and Continuous Improvement Manager

EY
07.2024 - Current
  • Ecosystems and Alliances Team - EY Canada
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the organization, fostering a focus on innovation and excellence.
  • Coached team members on effective problem-solving techniques, empowering them to drive improvements independently.
  • Managed multiple assignments simultaneously and supporting multiple areas of our EY Canada Ecosystems and Alliances team.
  • Strategic Programmatic Area of Focus within the team was to better understand, amplify and support coordination efforts around Priority Alliance Training.
  • Developed educational materials and workshops on ecosystem topics, providing training and raising awareness around best practices.
  • Initiated cross-functional meetings to address challenges proactively and identify areas for improvement in the alliance ecosystem.

Assistant Director - Sales Operations & Enablement

EY
08.2022 - 08.2024
    • EY-Canada Microsoft Alliance
    • Evaluated current tools and resources to ensure alignment with company goals and initiatives, recommending adjustments as needed.
    • Optimized CRM usage by providing tailored training sessions and educating around best practices for tagging Microsoft to deals and how to capture other crucial Microsoft metrics.
    • Increased sales productivity by developing and implementing comprehensive enablement programs for the sales team.
    • Enhanced collaboration between sales and marketing departments, leading to more effective go-to-market strategies.
    • Implemented best-practice sharing across the sales organization, promoting continuous learning culture.
    • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.

Senior Professional Sales Operations Team Lead

DXC Technology
06.2018 - 08.2022
  • Team Lead & Associate Manager of Sales Operations within Microsoft Dynamics Practice. Supporting National Account Management and Business Development Team to allow their focus to remain on selling.
  • Supported all sales processes prior to deal closure and including deal certification (fully executed contracts saved in contract repository).
  • Involved in building and maintaining Sales Response Templates for our Business Unit. Working to streamline sales processes and to establish and document processes.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to facilitate their rapid integration into the team.
  • Led a team of 7 professionals and maintained high levels of employee morale through effective communication, recognition, and coaching initiatives.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.

Sales Operations Specialist

DXC Technology
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Facilitated bi-weekly pipeline reviews with the sales team and national sales leader to foster discussions, develop deal strategies, and provide insights into forecasting.
  • Trained team members in proper data entry and contract execution within available electronic tools and platforms, demonstrating streamlined sales practices.
  • Boosted sales efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new strategies.
  • Created comprehensive reports on sales performance metrics for senior leadership review, enabling informed decision-making processes.
  • Salesforce.com Super-user
  • Helped implement CRM system upgrades, enhancing team productivity and customer relationship management capabilities.
  • Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.

Customer Service Coordinator

UXC Eclipse Solutions (Canada) Ltd
12.2013 - 07.2017

North America Business Desk Manager

  • Led a team of 6 representatives across Canada and the US, supporting sales and delivery teams in back-office operations and sales processes
  • Managed requests using the ticketing system Manage Engine, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to SLAs
  • Helped the support team route JIRA requests based on whitespace in schedules
  • Used Microsoft Dynamics CRM regularly and was part of the UAT group involved in the launch
  • Served as a central hub for administrative tasks, providing a one-stop shop for the business
  • Provided backup support for sales teams during peak periods or staff shortages, ensuring seamless service continuity for clients
  • Excelled in team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, fostering a positive and productive work environment

Sales Planner

Tectura
10.2006 - 12.2013
  • Supported the Sales Team and Regional Sales Leader across Canada & the East Region of US
  • Conducted regular reviews of the Pipeline and kept on top of data hygiene
  • Acted as internal customer liaison for quotes, purchases, order status
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing the overall effectiveness of the sales organization.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly
  • Managed a $150,000 T&E budget for our Sales Region and for 9 consecutive quarters managed the team to be under budget.

Administrative Assistant and Operations Support

Options Software
01.2003 - 10.2006
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders

Education

Business Studies

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON

Skills

  • Proficient Relationship Building
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Process Improvement Strategies
  • Workforce Education
  • Customer-Focused Approach
  • Dedicated Work Approach
  • Proficient in Multitasking
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Effective Troubleshooting Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Teams, Word, Excel & PowerPoint), SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Salesforcecom, Manage Engine
  • Familiarity of JIRA

Accomplishments

  • Helped EY Canada to close the first Microsoft Cloud Service Provider (CSP) Resale opportunity through effectively helping with contract creation, deal governance and liaising with legal, engagement partner, service delivery management team and 3rd party vendor.

Timeline

Operations and Continuous Improvement Manager

EY
07.2024 - Current

Assistant Director - Sales Operations & Enablement

EY
08.2022 - 08.2024

Senior Professional Sales Operations Team Lead

DXC Technology
06.2018 - 08.2022

Sales Operations Specialist

DXC Technology
07.2017 - 06.2018

Customer Service Coordinator

UXC Eclipse Solutions (Canada) Ltd
12.2013 - 07.2017

Sales Planner

Tectura
10.2006 - 12.2013

Administrative Assistant and Operations Support

Options Software
01.2003 - 10.2006

Business Studies

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Kylie Adamo