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YVONNE THOMAE

YVONNE THOMAE

Key Account Manager
Vaterstetten

Summary

Results-driven sales performer with solid history of success in bringing in new customers, managing revenue streams and maintaining solid account relationships. Continuously monitor competitors and research market conditions to stay responsive and successful in dynamic environments. Persuasive negotiation and program management abilities. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced Key Account Manager with over 20 years of experience in Fashion + Sports. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Sales Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KG aA
Munich
10.2021 - Current
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions for Bogner Fashion and Sport in the South of Germany.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
  • Researched competitors' activities and products to uncover new trends
  • Connected with prospects through trade shows, cold calling and intense travel.
  • Reviewed customer service agreements for terms and conditions pricing and accuracy.
  • Met with clients and promoted continuing education opportunities for sales team to bolster skills and add value to department.

Key Account Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KGaA
Munich
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Developed and managed a portfolio of large and medium sized key account customers for the Bogner Sport und Fire+Ice collections.
  • Coordinated weekly and monthly sales follow up by tracking KPIs with the aim to push sales results and optimize the presentation at the point of sale.
  • Ensured high level of customer satisfaction as well as up-sell and cross-sell potential to maximize share of wallet.
  • Trained teams to optimize service delivery in alignment with individual needs to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
  • Analyzed key competitors to respond to competitive threats.
  • Created sales forecasts to target monthly and yearly objectives.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion, i.e. golf tournaments and ski openings.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.

Sales Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KG aA
Munich
06.2010 - 09.2019


  • Monitored regularly customer sales performance in order to obtain corporate growth strategies.
  • Managed active acquisition of new potential customers with the help of market analysis.
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers for Bogner Fashion in the South/East of Germany and Austria.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive business strategies and sales and marketing plans that complemented overall corporate operating plan.
  • Researched competitors' activities and products to uncover new trends
  • Reviewed customer service agreements for terms and conditions pricing and accuracy.
  • Evaluated performance against goals and implemented appropriate development plans.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Met with clients, delivering presentations and educating on product and service features and offerings.

Area Sales Manager

van Laack GmbH
Munich
03.2002 - 04.2010
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in designated territory.
  • Collaborated with vendors and built effective partnerships devoted to capitalizing on emerging and sustainable sales opportunities.
  • Set and achieved sales targets for Bavaria region.
  • Created effective strategies to target new customers after researching and analyzing competitor behavior.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.
  • Coached sales staff in product specifications and sales incentives, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.

Succession Regulation

Klaus Thomae Interieur Decoration
Wiesbaden
03.2001 - 02.2002
  • Entered the family business in order to evaluate chances and risks.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Marketing Manager

Sema Group GmbH
Mainz + Cologne
02.1998 - 02.2001
  • Plan and manage internal and external marketing activities to implement Sema Group's marketing strategy.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies and product commercialization.
  • Maintained complete database of files, contacts and project materials.
  • Participated in promotional activities and trade shows, working with advertisers and production managers, to market products and services.
  • Executed optimal sales strategies to achieve commercial goals for target market.

Commercial Education in Wholesale + Foreign Trade

Guerlain GmbH, Guerlain S.A
Wiesbaden, Paris
04.1990 - 09.1992
  • Run through all relevant departments in the company as Sales, Accountancy, Marketing + PR and Export in Germany and France.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Master of Science - International Business Administration

Hochschule Für Technik Und Wirtschaft
Reutlingen, Germany
10 1992 - 1 1998

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Ecole Supérieure Des Sciences Commerciales D’Angers (ESSCA)
Angers, France
03.1995 - 08.1995

Internship in Marketing

Orbitel Mobile Communications Ltd
Basingstoke, England
09.1995 - 02.1996

Associate of Arts - French Language And Literature

Paris IV (Université De La Sorbonne)
Paris, France
09.1988 - 08.1989

High School Diploma -

Schulze-Delitzsch-Schule
Wiesbaden, Germany
09.1986 - 7 1988

Skills

Rapport and relationship building

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Software

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Futura (EDI)

Mobile Media

Quintett

Timeline

Senior Sales Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KG aA
10.2021 - Current

Key Account Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KGaA
09.2019 - 09.2022

Sales Manager

Willy Bogner GmbH & Co. KG aA
06.2010 - 09.2019

Area Sales Manager

van Laack GmbH
03.2002 - 04.2010

Succession Regulation

Klaus Thomae Interieur Decoration
03.2001 - 02.2002

Marketing Manager

Sema Group GmbH
02.1998 - 02.2001

Internship in Marketing

Orbitel Mobile Communications Ltd
09.1995 - 02.1996

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Ecole Supérieure Des Sciences Commerciales D’Angers (ESSCA)
03.1995 - 08.1995

Commercial Education in Wholesale + Foreign Trade

Guerlain GmbH, Guerlain S.A
04.1990 - 09.1992

Associate of Arts - French Language And Literature

Paris IV (Université De La Sorbonne)
09.1988 - 08.1989

High School Diploma -

Schulze-Delitzsch-Schule
09.1986 - 7 1988

Master of Science - International Business Administration

Hochschule Für Technik Und Wirtschaft
10 1992 - 1 1998
YVONNE THOMAEKey Account Manager