Professional and results-driven account management expert, known for driving sales growth and fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in strategic planning, negotiation, and market analysis, with keen focus on team collaboration and adaptability. Proven track record in delivering consistent outcomes and exceeding client expectations in dynamic environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
National Account Manager – Home Health
Medline Canada
07.2018 - 03.2025
Managed a national territory while prospecting new opportunities
Communicated and consulted with product managers, sales reps and others toward project planning and analysis of new business
Developed customer relationships through regular customer visits and quarterly reviews
Prospecting for potential new sales opportunities
Solution based selling
Developed creative pricing structures that appealed to clients while maximizing profit margins for the company.
Negotiated contracts for favorable terms, resulting in increased profitability and client satisfaction.
Create and implement business plans to exceed sales targets
Achieved 100% Club in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Brought lapsed accounts back to active status and providing additional revenue.
Maintained a high level of industry knowledge through ongoing research, attending conferences, and networking with industry professionals.
Increased market share by 50% in Canada
Increased sales from $2M to $10M over 5 years
Collaborated with business development managers in partner planning process to develop mutual performance objectives, financial targets and critical milestones.
Managed, supported and grew business relationships with existing accounts and developed strategies to increase sales and revenue.
Fostered an environment of collaboration and open communication with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of national account initiatives.
National Sales Representative
Cardinal Health Canada Inc.
12.2007 - 06.2018
Managed a national territory while prospecting new opportunities to various markets
Communicated and consulted with product managers, sales reps and others toward project planning and analysis of new business
Maintain Salesforce for effective sales, prospect follow-up and detailed records of account activity
Visit customers for quarterly reviews
Prospected for potential new sales opportunities
Comprehensive knowledge of RFP processes (bids, tenders), with focus on all levels of Government
Selling and supporting over 90K products for over 400 suppliers into each designated market
Developed and executed territory business plans for product mix in order to surpass sales target
Ability to meet the needs of internal and external customers, demonstrating dedication to the customer and to the team player whenever needed
Managed complex accounts with multiple stakeholders, navigating competing priorities to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Cultivated an extensive professional network through active participation in industry events and conferences.
Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Sales Support Representative Customs Sterile
Cardinal Health - Medical Product and Services
12.2003 - 12.2007
Support largest territory in Canada which produces over 700 custom packs, including Plexxus accounts
Provide primary support to outside sales representatives in Ontario on new business, change initiatives, design and development of medical supplies for hospitals
Main Liaison between end users, distributors and US Cardinal and Canadian Sales Representatives
Proactively investigate customer concerns, conduct internal audits and implement appropriate resolution steps within the company’s policies and best practices
Provide full range of generalist support for the sales team, including quotations of new and existing business, product modification, customer service and visitations and initiation of new components
Proactively lead the roll-out and implementation of new custom packs for Operating Room procedures
Established and built trust and respect with internal and external clients through continuous open communication and accountability of work
Partner with Sales Representatives to align practices for strategic business development and growth
Mentored a new employee for a successful transition
Merchandise product codes
Sales Support
Future Electronics
01.2000 - 01.2003
Provided front line customer service to both internal and external customer by way of incoming phone calls, fax, and email
Expert in manipulating internal computer database
Communicate product availability issues to customers, production planners, logistics and sales
Initiate communication on pricing discrepancies and contract issues including obtaining marketing approval where required for price rides and exceptions
Communicate order and pricing confirmations to customers as required
Perform all aspects of order management and the processing of incoming orders
Expedite orders to meet customer delivery needs or service defaults following established parameters and distribution channels, obtain approvals for premium service
Maintain customer profiles and update designated fields in the customer masters as required
Proficiently follow worldwide trade compliance, to ensure due diligence is implemented
Regulating and processing daily sales report for Corporate Vice President
Clinique Counter - Beauty Advisor
Hudson Bay Company
01.1999 - 01.2000
Achieved set sales goals or objectives related to achievement of the sales goals
Effective use of store communication systems
Developed clientele and determined customer needs
Closing sales by assisting customers in making the buying decisions
Suggesting additional merchandise or services as form of up selling
Exhibit product knowledge
Jewellery Counter - Sales Representative
Hudson Bay Company
01.1994 - 01.1999
Achieved set sales goals or objectives related to achievement of the sales goals