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München, Bayern, Deutschland

Berlin, Germany

Spearheaded sales strategy for YUKKA Lab's News-AI solutions, targeting large enterprises in the financial and insurance sectors, showcasing strategic vision.Built and maintained strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and credibility through effective stakeholder management.Managed the entire sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing, ensuring seamless customer experiences and driving revenue growth.Oversaw development and implementation of a comprehensive sales team strategy, including processes, playbooks, and cadences, demonstrating leadership in driving operational excellence.Mentored and guided a newly formed sales team, empowering them to reach their full potential through effective coaching and people development.Developed a highly effective sales methodology, resulting in increased conversion rates and driving sales performance.Built a cohesive and high-performing sales team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.Established YUKKA Lab as a leading provider of News-AI solutions in the financial and insurance sectors while exploring new markets, showcasing ability to drive growth.

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland

Led the DACH Inside Sales Remote Team at Brandwatch, contributing to its position as a Consumer Research leader by integrating AI capabilities.Successfully managed and mentored a remote Sales Development team, optimizing performance and fostering a collaborative, high-performing sales environment.Developed and implemented effective sales strategies driving revenue growth and achieving targets, showcasing strategic thinking.Proactively identified new business opportunities, expanded customer base through lead generation and supported cold outreach efforts.Cultivated strong customer relationships ensuring satisfaction and loyalty, highlighting customer-centric approach.Collaborated cross-functionally with Marketing and Customer Success to optimize sales processes and enhance customer experience.Conducted market and competitive analyses to stay abreast of trends and identify improvement areas.Utilized CRM and made data-driven decisions to enhance sales performance, showcasing analytical skills.Consistently exceeded sales quotas, contributing significantly to company success.Stayed up-to-date on AI capabilities in Social Media and Consumer Research, effectively communicating value propositions.Demonstrated exceptional leadership by scaling team 4x its size within 6 months while navigating restructuring and process changes, highlighting adaptability.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

Pioneered Apple's first fully remote team worldwide, demonstrating innovation in building a successful remote structure and ability to lead change.Mentored new Team Leaders and served as Onboarding Manager, developing future leaders and driving continuous improvement.Implemented new remote Recruitment & Onboarding Process, improving fit and enhancing processes through change leadership.Effectively managed administrative tasks like onboarding and monitoring for operational efficiency and exceptional customer experiences.Led and mentored remote team, fostering collaborative high-performance culture recognizing importance of engaged teams.Implemented real-time monitoring strategies for optimal workflow, timely resolution, operational improvements, and service excellence.Analyzed and reported on KPIs, providing data-driven insights showcasing analytical skills and commitment to driving results.Conducted performance reviews and root cause analyses, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective strategies to enhance team performance.Produced comprehensive management reports across three units, fostering transparency and informed decision-making.Collaborated with Quality on initiatives driving continuous improvement in service delivery.Enriched employee satisfaction through strategic initiatives recognizing importance of engaged, motivated teams.Spearheaded talent acquisition aligning team growth with organizational goals, showcasing strategic planning skills.Facilitated transparent client communication, demonstrating commitment to strong relationships.Innovated and optimized New Hire Onboarding Process for operational excellence and positive candidate experience.Collaborated cross-functionally enabling seamless remote operations through fostering collaboration.

Berlin, Deutschland

Excelled in a dynamic role as Team Leader for Facebook Concierge Support, overseeing multilingual 1st Level German & English Teams, and the SME Team, contributed in cross-departmental efforts to enhance Facebook's AI Support Chatbot on their B2B platform.Served as a mentor, developing new Team Leaders and supporting their growth in leadership roles, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.Effectively managed administrative tasks, including process management and real-time monitoring, optimizing workflow efficiency and enabling team productivity.Demonstrated strong leadership by conducting performance reviews, root cause analysis, and implementing action plans, ensuring exceptional service delivery across diverse teams.Demonstrated strong cross-functional collaboration skills, fostering effective team communication across three Facebook Business Projects.Monitored, analyzed, and reported on current KPIs, providing valuable data-driven insights to senior management across 10 units, fostering informed decision-making.Collaborated closely with the Quality Department, driving improvement plans to enhance service quality, demonstrating your commitment to continuous improvement.Fostered a positive work environment by enriching employee satisfaction through strategic initiatives and talent acquisition, recognizing the importance of engaged teams.Proactively communicated with clients (SMB, Large & Enterprise), addressing their needs and ensuring a seamless support experience, showcasing your customer-centric approach.Played a key role in building and improving the New Hire Nesting Process, enhancing onboarding efficiency and contributing to operational excellence.Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, including Workforce Management and IT, ensuring seamless scheduling and effective Work@Home IT coordination.Scaling team 2x its size each year while navigating restructuring and process changes, highlighting adaptability.

Berlin, Deutschland

Led a dynamic team as the Team Leader for Vodafone/Otelo's Level 1 & Level 2 customer support services, contributing to the enhancement of support for this major telecommunications brand.Effectively managed administrative tasks, ensuring smooth and efficient operations within the team, enabling a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.Implemented and oversaw process management strategies, optimizing workflows and increasing overall team efficiency, demonstrating your ability to drive operational improvements.Executed workforce management initiatives, aligning staffing with operational demands for optimal resource utilization, showcasing your skills in strategic planning and resource management.Provided senior management with comprehensive performance reporting and analysis, offering valuable data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making.Monitored, analyzed, and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs), fostering a data-driven approach to continuously improve team performance.Conducted Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) reviews and root cause analyses, proactively addressing issues and elevating the overall customer experience, demonstrating your commitment to service excellence.Implemented initiatives to enrich employee satisfaction, recognizing the importance of a motivated and engaged team in delivering outstanding results.Orchestrated quality management processes, developing and executing action plans and quality improvement plans, driving continuous improvement in service delivery.Played a pivotal role in training and coaching development, nurturing the professional growth of team members and ensuring a high standard of service delivery, fostering a culture of learning and development.

Berlin, Deutschland

Excelled as a Performance & Quality Coach for Vodafone/Otelo at both Level 1 and Level 2, playing a pivotal role in enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction.Conducted thorough call evaluations and facilitated impactful coaching sessions, improving individual and team performance in account opening processes.Led root cause analyses and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) reviews, implementing necessary actions to address identified issues and enhance overall customer experience.Actively engaged in initiatives to enrich employee satisfaction through effective coaching, training, and development programs, fostering a positive and motivated workforce.Orchestrated comprehensive quality management strategies, developing and implementing action plans and improvement initiatives to drive service excellence.Spearheaded training and coaching development efforts, ensuring continuous skill enhancement and alignment with organizational goals, promoting a culture of learning and development.Handled administrative tasks efficiently, contributing to the smooth operation of quality and performance improvement programs, enabling the team to focus on core objectives.Initiated process improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows for increased efficiency, demonstrating your ability to identify and implement operational enhancements.Monitored, analyzed, and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights and recommendations for ongoing enhancements, showcasing your analytical skills and data-driven approach.Delivered regular reports to senior management, offering transparent insights into quality and performance metrics, fostering accountability and informed decision-making.

Berlin, Deutschland

Played a pivotal role as a Performance & Quality Coach for Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Consumer Support at PVH, contributing to the brands' unwavering commitment to customer service excellence.Led comprehensive training and coaching sessions, ensuring a high standard of performance in account opening procedures, call evaluations, and customer satisfaction reviews, fostering a customer-centric culture.Conducted in-depth root cause analyses to identify improvement areas, implementing action plans and quality initiatives to enhance overall service quality, demonstrating a data-driven and proactive approach.Proactively addressed employee satisfaction, fostering a positive and productive work environment, recognizing the importance of engaged teams in delivering exceptional customer experiences.Spearheaded quality management efforts, developing and executing action plans to maintain and elevate service standards, showcasing your leadership in driving continuous improvement.Facilitated Training & Coaching Development programs, ensuring continuous skill enhancement within the team, promoting a culture of learning and development.Managed administrative tasks efficiently, supporting seamless operations and enabling the team to focus on delivering high-quality service.Initiated process improvement strategies, streamlining workflows for increased efficiency and effectiveness, demonstrating your ability to identify and implement operational enhancements.Monitored, analyzed, and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing valuable insights to senior management for informed decision-making, showcasing your analytical skills and data-driven approach.Delivered regular reports to senior management, offering a transparent view of performance metrics and highlighting areas of success and improvement, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Berlin Und Umgebung, Deutschland

Assumed a crucial leadership role as Associate, overseeing performance and quality initiatives across six distinct AppleCare units spanning iOS Phone, Mac+ Phone, Mac+ Chat, iTunes Phone, and iTunes Mail support platforms.Conducted meticulous call evaluations, facilitated coaching sessions, and performed root cause analyses for Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) reviews, demonstrating a data-driven approach to enhancing employee satisfaction and performance.Served as a Quality Lead Backup, managing daily quality tasks for six units, including developing and implementing action plans and quality improvement strategies, showcasing your ability to drive operational excellence.Led training and coaching initiatives, actively participating in "Quality Calibration Sessions" and other coaching/training sessions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.Undertook administrative tasks and played a pivotal role in process improvement efforts, streamlining operations for increased efficiency and effectiveness.Functioned as the Quality & Business Analyst Backup, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular reports to senior management, demonstrating your analytical skills and ability to drive data-informed decision-making.

Berlin

Served as the EMEA Quality Coach for AppleCare, playing a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the performance and quality standards for iOS Phone, Mac+ Phone, and Mac+ Chat support services across the EMEA region.Developed and conducted comprehensive coaching and training programs, ensuring support agents consistently delivered exceptional customer service across multiple platforms.Implemented and maintained rigorous quality assurance standards, upholding Apple's renowned reputation for customer service excellence.Analyzed performance metrics and provided constructive feedback, driving continuous improvement in customer satisfaction and efficient issue resolution.Collaborated cross-functionally to address emerging trends and challenges, contributing valuable insights and solutions to enhance customer support processes.Actively participated in optimizing support processes, implementing refinements to drive efficiency while maintaining the highest service standards.Facilitated knowledge-sharing sessions, disseminating best practices and ensuring a consistent, high-quality customer support experience across the EMEA region.Demonstrated in-depth expertise in iOS Phone, Mac+ Phone, and Mac+ Chat support, significantly contributing to the overall success of AppleCare's EMEA operations.

Berlin

Delivered comprehensive technical support across Apple's diverse product line, including Mac, AirPort devices, iDevices, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and various operating systems, ensuring seamless customer experiences.Leveraged deep product expertise to efficiently troubleshoot and resolve customer queries, demonstrating a commitment to exceptional service delivery.Excelled in the role of Quality Coach for AppleCare, specializing in Level 1 support for Mac+ Phone and Mac+ Chat, showcasing your ability to coach and mentor teams.Played a pivotal role in enhancing team performance by coaching and mentoring colleagues, fostering their technical proficiency and customer service skills.Collaborated cross-functionally to implement effective strategies, driving issue resolution and customer satisfaction through a collaborative approach.Maintained unwavering commitment to service quality, directly contributing to AppleCare's renowned reputation for excellence in customer support.Stayed ahead of the curve by continuously updating knowledge on Apple's latest product releases and technology advancements, ensuring accurate and up-to-date assistance.Demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility by ensuring adherence to security protocols, particularly for Account Security, safeguarding customer data and privacy.Made significant and measurable contributions to the overall success of the support team and AppleCare services, showcasing your ability to drive results and foster team accomplishments.

Berlin

Provided expert-level technical support for a comprehensive range of Apple products, including Mac, AirPort devices, iDevices, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and associated operating systems, ensuring a seamless user experience.Demonstrated exceptional troubleshooting abilities, proficiently resolving hardware, software, and account security issues through clear and concise solutions.Excelled in active listening and understanding customer concerns, delivering top-notch assistance while maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, escalating and resolving complex technical challenges, contributing to process improvements in customer support.Stayed ahead of the curve by continuously updating knowledge on the latest Apple product releases, operating system updates, and security protocols.Played an instrumental role in enhancing the overall technical support experience at AppleCare, directly contributing to team and organizational success.Acquired and maintained comprehensive in-depth knowledge across Apple's diverse product and service offerings to address customer queries effectively.

Berlin

Excelled as a MacExpert (Sales Agent) at Apple Online Store, catering to Consumer, Business, and Education sectors, driving excellence through tailored solutions.Leveraged in-depth product expertise to deliver personalized recommendations, addressing diverse customer needs across segments.Demonstrated strong customer engagement skills, actively identifying unique preferences to enhance overall satisfaction.Spearheaded sales efforts within Consumer, Business, and Education sectors, significantly contributing to the store's overall success.Maintained a competitive edge by staying abreast of product updates, technological advancements, and industry trends.Showcased exceptional product knowledge and sales acumen, consistently exceeding performance targets and positively impacting team success.

Berlin Und Umgebung, Deutschland

Empowered customers by consultatively recommending tailored Apple solutions aligned with their unique needs, leveraging expert product knowledge.Championed seamless customer experiences by collaborating cross-functionally with diverse stakeholders within Apple Inside Stores.Showcased brand excellence and innovation by spearheading immersive product demonstrations and consultations.Maximized revenue by proactively educating customers on features/benefits, fostering trusted advisor relationships.Maintained cutting-edge expertise through continuous learning on Apple's latest innovations and product roadmaps.Operated independently with accountability for delivering world-class consultative service upholding Apple's high standards.