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FARAH KOSNAN

Senior Sales Manager
Singapore

Summary

Strategic sales and operations leader with a global portfolio and a proven track record of high-revenue performance. Passionate about digital innovation, with 12+ years of experience in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales across multiple industries. Known for crafting sales strategies that drive bottom-line results, exceeding targets, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Experienced in exceeding sales goals, growing business, and expanding territories. Proficient in overseeing day-to-day operations and fostering relationships for sustained business growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Professional Development & Freelance Projects

Self-Employed
07.2024 - Current

- Took a purposeful career break to focus on professional growth and explore evolving market opportunities.

- Launched and managed digital product experiments via online platforms.

- Strengthened skills in Canva, AI-powered design tools, marketing automation, and remote sales systems.

- Actively explored digital entrepreneurship, participated in short-term consulting projects, and continued professional networking to align with long-term career goals.

Enrollment Specialist

My Consulting Offer
03.2024 - 06.2024

- Achieved 5 new enrollments in the first 1 week of client meetings, and a total of 14 new enrollments over 2.5 months.

- Maintained a conversion rate between 15% to 18%, contributing to revenue growth and client acquisition.

Sales Closer/Career Advisor

Careerist Inc.
06.2023 - 02.2024

- Consistently surpassed entry-level quotas during the first 2 months, rapidly grasping sales strategies, and achieved 4th position in the 3rd month with $59K in revenue.

- Achieved top position for Q4 2023, generating $221K in revenue for the company.

- Achieved proficiency in the high-speed sales cycle, adeptly handling calls, meticulous follow-ups, and attaining closures.

- Proficiently addressed client inquiries and concerns, fostering trust and confidence, while facilitating future sales growth.

Sales Manager

Refocus E-Learning Philippines Corp.
09.2022 - 06.2023

- Drove a surge in revenue by outperforming sales target, yielding an extraordinary PHP 1M uplift for 3 consecutive months.

- Consistently positioned within the organization's elite echelon as a top-tier sales manager in a 40-member remote sales team, demonstrating unwavering dedication to exceptional workflow and outstanding outcomes.

- Strategically fostered and nurtured critical customer relationships, cultivating an environment conducive to recurring business and generating valuable referrals.

- Thrived in a dynamic sales environment characterized by rapid-paced calls, follow-ups, and decisive closures.

Head of Operations

Pearl Fleet Pte Ltd
06.2020 - 12.2021

- Spearheaded the establishment of company operations in Indonesia while concurrently improving operational efficiency in Palau, Micronesia, optimizing market presence.

- Formulated and executed comprehensive sales and marketing plans, driving market penetration and revenue growth for the fleet post-rebranding.

- Collaborated seamlessly with the new remote business development team of 5 members and adeptly managed agency providers and suppliers during contract negotiations, ensuring smooth business expansion and resource optimization.

- Integrated streamlined operational workflows and optimized supply chain management strategies, reducing costs and improving delivery timelines by enforcing rigorous quality assurance protocols, elevating product and service quality standards, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Operations Manager

Solid Seaventures Inc
08.2019 - 06.2020

- Engaged closely with the General Manager to strategize short/long-term objectives and uncover company-wide challenges/opportunities, ensuring swift and effective responses to enhance performance.

- Assumed a pivotal role in making critical decisions pertaining to policy, planning, and strategic direction, contributing to the organization's growth, and streamlining resource allocation processes.

- Steered the development, implementation, and rigorous evaluation of operational policies, while initiating and administering continuous improvement efforts.

- Motivated and guided employees both on the ground and on diving vessels, fostering a high-performance culture, and facilitating seamless communication with the management team.

Head of Operations

Maldives Cruiser Pte Ltd
10.2015 - 07.2019

- Pioneered visionary business expansion by commanding international market penetration efforts to attract diving groups to the Maldives ensuring optimal utilization while minimizing costs and maximizing profitability.

- Amplified market presence and revenue streams significantly by devising and executing highly effective strategies.

- Cultivated quota-driven sales culture, establishing a strategic, consultative, and quota-driven sales environment.

- Performed meticulous competitor analysis and vigilantly tracked industry trends, delivering actionable insights to facilitate well-informed decision-making processes.

- Energized and orchestrated a high-performing team of 15 individuals, refining a culture of excellence that instrumental in the consistent achievement of seamless daily operations.

Project Manager

Vaizo Corporation Pte Ltd
10.2014 - 06.2015

- Directed project plans, scopes, technical resources, budgets, milestones, financials, and deliverables for critical client projects, ensuring end-to-end management excellence.

- Revamped client project communication in collaboration with the Director using efficient tools like Slack and Trello.

- Facilitated seamless project execution, fostering collaboration between internal team resources and third-party vendors.

- Enforced robust performance metrics tracking systems, allowing for real-time project assessment and data-driven decision-making to drive efficiency and client satisfaction.

Associate Financial Services Manager

AXA Life Singapore
12.2012 - 02.2014

- Heightened client retention and satisfaction within the financial services domain, cultivating and nurturing essential strategic business connections within a crucial client network.

- Provided specialized financial advice spanning various domains including risk management, ensuring comprehensive financial guidance.

- Distinguished unique client financial requirements and crafted highly targeted financial advisories, methodically overseeing and fine-tuning client portfolios for optimal performance.

- Directed dedicated sales support initiatives, including the recruitment and comprehensive training of team members, fostering a high-performance sales team.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Double Majors in Hospitality and Tourism & Marketing

Murdoch University
Perth, Western Australia
02-2012

Skills

    Friendly, positive attitude

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Computer skills

    Customer service

    Problem-solving

    Team management

    Multitasking Abilities

    Organization and time management

    Excellent communication

Timeline

Professional Development & Freelance Projects

Self-Employed
07.2024 - Current

Enrollment Specialist

My Consulting Offer
03.2024 - 06.2024

Sales Closer/Career Advisor

Careerist Inc.
06.2023 - 02.2024

Sales Manager

Refocus E-Learning Philippines Corp.
09.2022 - 06.2023

Head of Operations

Pearl Fleet Pte Ltd
06.2020 - 12.2021

Operations Manager

Solid Seaventures Inc
08.2019 - 06.2020

Head of Operations

Maldives Cruiser Pte Ltd
10.2015 - 07.2019

Project Manager

Vaizo Corporation Pte Ltd
10.2014 - 06.2015

Associate Financial Services Manager

AXA Life Singapore
12.2012 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Double Majors in Hospitality and Tourism & Marketing

Murdoch University
FARAH KOSNANSenior Sales Manager