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Vivian Yang

Vancouver

Summary

Results-driven buyer and sales professional with a proven track record of success in client relationship management and revenue growth. Skilled in customer relationship management, market research, and negotiation to deliver tailored solutions for diverse client needs. Resourceful logistics coordinator focused on supply chain management, inventory control, and transportation coordination to ensure high productivity and effective communication. Strong interpersonal skills utilized to build and maintain client relationships, consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Inside Sales Associate

QE Home / Quilts Etc
11.2024 - Current

Engaged customers through effective verbal communication to assess needs and requirements.

  • Responded promptly to inquiries, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Identified customer needs through targeted questioning and provided tailored solutions.
  • Monitored inventory levels for all company products to optimize supply management.
  • Acquired knowledge of new products swiftly to enhance service offerings.

Small Business Owner

Vying Enterprise Canada Inc.
01.2002 - 07.2015
  • Established a construction material wholesale business (generated $80,000 - $300,000 in annual revenue), in combination with the successful operations of a self-owned brand product line in the competitive lighting and construction materials industry.
  • Directed the daily operations, covering purchasing, selling, inventorying, logistics, marketing expansion, and daily administration.
  • Prepared a business plan for stakeholders and financial institutions to meet business needs.
  • Developed and expanded positive business relationships with key suppliers, clients and business partners, including establishing a business relationship with BC Hydro for material supplies.
  • Conducted research on international markets and identified potential opportunities for expansion.

Financial Advisor

Freedom 55 Financial & Quadrus Investment Services Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2002

Delivered tailored financial planning services to align with client needs.

  • Recommended strategies to clients for achieving specific financial goals.
  • Advised customers on benefits and drawbacks of product decisions based on individual requirements.
  • Counseled clients on investment opportunities, products, and services according to asset availability.
  • Regularly followed up with clients to monitor financial means and objectives using consultative techniques.

Program Coordinator (part-time)

University of Sunderland
04.1998 - 01.1999
  • Coordinated exams for business school undergraduate program and supported curriculum development.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase program visibility and participation.
  • Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events annually, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Analyzed data collected from surveys, focus groups, interviews, regarding the effectiveness of the program.

Assistant Manager

Japan Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd.
01.1996 - 07.1997
  • Streamlined daily office operations, including bookkeeping and filing tasks.
  • Provided comprehensive marketing research and business reports on key industry topics.
  • Supported marketing and strategic planning initiatives to enhance organizational growth.
  • Managed significant customer relationships to foster loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.

Account Manager

Industrial & Commercial Bank of China
07.1993 - 01.1996
  • Offered expert financial advice and exceptional customer service to diverse clientele.
  • Developed marketing strategies for new financial products.
  • Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
  • Analyzed credit reports and evaluated loan applications.
  • Conducted internal audits to ensure adherence to internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinated with the IT department to enhance online banking services, improving customer satisfaction.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Marketing Management

University of Sunderland
07-1998

Bachelor of Finance -

Shanghai Finance College
07-1993

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales forecasting and lead generation
  • Product knowledge and CRM software
  • Market research and negotiation
  • Inventory management
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem solving and collaboration
  • Client retention strategies
  • Interpersonal skills and product demonstration
  • Sales presentations and closing techniques
  • Office administration and scheduling
  • Time management and business development
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Administration and reporting

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Inside Sales Associate

QE Home / Quilts Etc
11.2024 - Current

Small Business Owner

Vying Enterprise Canada Inc.
01.2002 - 07.2015

Financial Advisor

Freedom 55 Financial & Quadrus Investment Services Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2002

Program Coordinator (part-time)

University of Sunderland
04.1998 - 01.1999

Assistant Manager

Japan Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd.
01.1996 - 07.1997

Account Manager

Industrial & Commercial Bank of China
07.1993 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Finance -

Shanghai Finance College

Master of Business Administration - Marketing Management

University of Sunderland
Vivian Yang