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TAYLOR BROWN

Peachtree Corners

Summary

Results-driven Operations Project Manager with a proven track record of managing key accounts, including industry leaders such as Pepsi and Goodyear at Nolan Transportation Group. Expertise in leading a team of five account managers to ensure operational efficiency, effectively handle escalations, and achieve timely resolutions for customers. Demonstrated proficiency in project management by overseeing bids, contracts, and Requests for Proposals, resulting in increased revenue across 1,000 lanes within a 6-month to 1-year cycle. A diverse background in software sales, logistics brokerage, and mobile retail underscores adaptability and a strong commitment to delivering results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Nolan Transportation Group
04.2023 - Current
  • Cultivated and maintained strategic relationships with key accounts, Pepsi and Goodyear, to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Supervised five account managers, streamlining processes to ensure effective operations.
  • Handled all escalations, working directly with customers to achieve timely resolutions.
  • Coordinated regular meetings with clients to foster business growth within the accounts.
  • Assessed scorecards for specific clients, managing relationships to enhance business development.
  • Oversaw project execution related to bid contracts and proposals to enhance revenue generation within a 6 to 12-month timeframe.

Account Coordinator

Nolan Transportation Group
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with Enterprise-level clients including Chewy, Advanced Auto Parts, and FedEx.
  • Executed 75 daily interactions by coordinating pick-ups and deliveries, addressing customer inquiries promptly.
  • Oversaw follow-ups and statuses for various loads, ensuring effective communication and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed end-to-end business operations, ensuring seamless flow to meet customer expectations and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Broker

Nolan Transportation Group
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Actively engaged with 75-100 small and medium businesses daily.
  • Promoted the company as a reliable third-party logistics partner, emphasizing trust in freight movement.
  • Successfully acquired an average of 8 customers monthly, contributing to a monthly revenue margin of $250,000.

Account Executive, Software Sales

CareerBuilder
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Utilized Salesforce Pardot Marketing Automation to close significant deals, demonstrating proficiency in technology-driven sales.
  • Generated new business through strategic email campaigns and conducting 350+ cold calls weekly, showcasing a proactive and results-oriented approach.
  • Presented impactful data to over 20 C-Suite executives weekly, promoting CareerBuilder SaaS solution for enhanced talent acquisition workflows.
  • Acted as a trusted advisor to clients and leading the entire sales lifecycle from opportunity identification to successful closures.
  • Communicated the value proposition of new services to existing clients, driving business expansion with nationwide accounts currently affiliated with CareerBuilder.
  • Actively engaged, supported, and serviced customers to ensure satisfaction.
  • Created new business opportunities through both inbound and outbound channels.
  • Provided training for two account executives to enhance their skills and effectiveness in client management.

Mobile Sales Associate

Best Buy
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Conducted streamlined customer consultations in the mobile department.
  • Activated and troubleshooted phones for major carriers (Sprint, AT&T, Verizon).
  • Managed data entry for customer purchases, including credit card transactions and insurance plans.
  • Led a relationship management project to strategically reduce turnover, showcasing project management skills.
  • Resolved major appliance issues as a Customer Service Specialist.
  • Provided valuable input to enhance departmental processes and assisted premium customers within the corporate base.
  • Engaged with premium customers spending $20,000 or more through various channels (email, phone, conference calls).

Education

Mass Communications -

University of West Georgia
01-2018

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Organization
  • Collaboration
  • Negotiation
  • Critical Thinking
  • MS Office Suite
  • Salesforce
  • Data Entry
  • Data Analysis
  • JDA
  • Workday
  • Tableau

Timeline

Operations Manager

Nolan Transportation Group
04.2023 - Current

Account Coordinator

Nolan Transportation Group
03.2021 - 04.2023

Broker

Nolan Transportation Group
10.2020 - 03.2021

Account Executive, Software Sales

CareerBuilder
01.2019 - 05.2020

Mobile Sales Associate

Best Buy
01.2016 - 01.2019

Mass Communications -

University of West Georgia

Cover Letter

To whom this may concern,

I am writing to express my interest in your company. With a proven track record of success in managing key accounts, leading teams, and driving business growth, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your organization.

In my role as Operations Project Manager at Nolan Transportation Group, I successfully managed and took ownership of two key accounts – Pepsi and Good Year. Leading a team of five account managers, I ensured efficient operations and handled all escalations, working directly with customers to achieve timely resolutions. Regularly coordinating meetings with clients, I fostered business growth within the accounts and assessed scorecards to enhance business development.

My project leadership skills were evident in managing bids, contracts, and Request for Proposals, maintaining 1,000 lanes to increase revenue within a 6-month to 1-year cycle. Additionally, I represented the company at Career Fairs, assessed 100 resumes, and successfully hired 5 individuals.

In my role as an Account Coordinator at Nolan Transportation Group, I collaborated with Enterprise-level clients, executed daily interactions, and oversaw follow-ups and statuses for various loads. Managing end-to-end business operations, I ensured seamless flow to meet customer expectations and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

As a Broker at Nolan Transportation Group, I actively engaged with small and medium businesses, promoting the company as a reliable third-party logistics partner. I successfully acquired an average of 8 customers monthly, contributing to a monthly revenue margin of $250,000.

My experience extends to a role as an Account Executive in Software Sales at CareerBuilder, where I utilized Salesforce Pardot Marketing Automation to close significant deals. Generating new business through strategic email campaigns and cold calls, I presented impactful data to C-Suite executives and led the entire sales lifecycle from opportunity identification to successful closures. Actively engaging, supporting, and servicing customers, I created new business opportunities and provided training for account executives.

As a Mobile Sales Associate at Best Buy, I conducted streamlined customer consultations, activated and troubleshooted phones for major carriers, and managed data entry for customer purchases. Leading a relationship management project, I showcased project management skills and resolved major appliance issues as a Customer Service Specialist.

I believe that my diverse experience, coupled with my strong project management and leadership skills, make me an ideal candidate for the position. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your companies success and would welcome the chance to discuss how my skills align with your organization’s needs.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing my qualifications in more detail.

Sincerely,

Taylor Brown

TAYLOR BROWN