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Ashwin Kumar

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Results-driven professional with a strong background in sales management, accounts administration, and customer relations. Skilled in driving revenue growth, managing customer accounts, and fostering long-term client relationships. Adept at streamlining processes to enhance efficiency, resolving customer concerns with a solutions-focused approach, and ensuring seamless operations. Proven ability to develop sales strategies, manage key accounts, and deliver exceptional customer experiences that boost loyalty and retention. A dynamic team player with excellent communication and analytical skills, committed to achieving business success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Assistant

Greencare Developements
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.

Key Accounts Manager

Aromatic Ingredients
09.2018 - 01.2022
  • Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts.
  • Identified new business opportunities by analyzing industry trends and competitor activities.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships to drive business growth.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of customers'' needs, enabling targeted up-selling and cross-selling efforts.
  • Negotiated contract terms and pricing, securing profitable deals for the company.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently exceeding expectations regarding communication, responsiveness, and issue resolution.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, fostering loyalty and strengthening long-term relationships.

Accounts & Sales Manager

Steeps Australia
01.2022 - Current
  • Increased account profitability by identifying areas for cost reduction without sacrificing quality or service levels.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to identify new opportunities, driving revenue growth.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements with customers.
  • Assisted in the development of marketing materials tailored specifically aimed at client retention efforts.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by effectively managing accounts and addressing concerns promptly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Casey Grammar School
Melbourne, VIC
12-2017

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
12-2021

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Customer service
  • Goals and performance
  • Relationship building
  • Complaint resolution
  • Decision-making
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication
  • Team building and leadership
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Professional Working
Tamil
Limited Working
Kannada
Limited Working

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Boxing - Current amateur boxer for Big Ben's Boxing, representing Victoria
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Team Sports

Timeline

Accounts & Sales Manager

Steeps Australia
01.2022 - Current

Key Accounts Manager

Aromatic Ingredients
09.2018 - 01.2022

Accounts Assistant

Greencare Developements
12.2017 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Casey Grammar School

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Deakin University
Ashwin Kumar