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Tara McKinley

Eden,QLD

Summary

Knowledgeable & Motivated Sales Executive with 4 years of experience in Branded Merchandise Sales & Account Management. Skilled in prioritization and customer service, I foster strong client relationships and deliver exceptional support. Excellent at managing pipelines and leveraging industry insights to drive sales growth and enhance client satisfaction.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Executive/Account Manager

The Signal Group
07.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction, providing exceptional after-sales support and maintaining regular communication.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers to improve product margins and competitiveness.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Remained current on industry trends to better understand customer needs, product effectiveness and sales tactics.
  • Meeting majority of monthly KPI's but also exceeding some months. Exceeded 2023 Revenue budgets by over 100K & Exceeded 2024 Revenue Budgets by 400K.
  • Selected products for clients and created proposals to suit their requirements
  • Took on office responsibilities such as arranging office christmas party and arranging uniforms due to the office manager resigning unexpectedly
  • Managed pipeline efficiently, prioritizing tasks according to urgency/importance while maintaining focus on long-term objectives.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in a high percentage of repeat business and client referrals.
  • Participated in industry trade shows to represent company and generate valuable leads for future business growth.

Appointment Setter

Total Interactive
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Answered phone calls and answered questions from potential customers.
  • Received in-bound calls and initiated out-bound daily calls to introduce customers to products and services offered.
  • Set appointments with salespeople and potential customers.
  • Made 110+ phone calls daily to establish first contact with potential customers and set meetings with salespeople.

Hospitality Worker

Yatala General Store
02.2018 - 07.2019
  • Food Delivery Driver
  • Customer Service
  • OHS Compliance
  • Food Handling
  • Food Preparations
  • Pack & Distribute Orders
  • Cash Handling
  • Thorough Cleaning
  • Bussed and reset tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.

Food Truck Driver

Premier Mobile Foods
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Food Delivery Driver
  • Thorough Cleaning
  • Cash Handling
  • Food Preparation
  • OHS Compliance
  • Food Handling

Administration Assistant

Schlencker Surverying QLD Pty Ltd
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records in.
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Worked with supervisors and management to maintain status reports and update information for client projects.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable for office grossing $ per year
  • Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Welcomed office visitors warmly and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.

Sales Assistant

McDonalds
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Order Taking
  • Fast Paced Environment
  • Assembled Orders
  • Thorough Cleaning
  • Customer Service
  • Stock Control

Education

No Degree - Year 12

Helensvale State High School
Helensvale, QLD

Skills

  • Prioritization and Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Administrative Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Positive Attitude and Energetic
  • Courteous and Professional
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Travel Arrangement

References

Premier Mobile Foods - Renne Kaucic - 0433 002 224 or 07 5514 2965

Yatala General Store - Aymen Charms - 0402 838 900

Personal Reference (Work Colleague) - Jay Weild - 0431 199 530

Personal Reference (Personal Friend) - Kellie Holloway - 0407782799

Personal Reference (Work Colleague) - Mel Russell - 0406 046 196

Timeline

Sales Executive/Account Manager

The Signal Group
07.2021 - Current

Appointment Setter

Total Interactive
07.2019 - 07.2021

Hospitality Worker

Yatala General Store
02.2018 - 07.2019

Food Truck Driver

Premier Mobile Foods
06.2017 - 01.2018

Administration Assistant

Schlencker Surverying QLD Pty Ltd
11.2016 - 06.2017

Sales Assistant

McDonalds
03.2014 - 03.2016

No Degree - Year 12

Helensvale State High School

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