Corinna Zachariou
@corinnazachariou
Commercial operations leader with 15+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
15 years of experience in optimizing systems, processes, and analytics for global commercial organizations. My expertise lies in CRM strategy, particularly with Salesforce, and I have a proven track record of driving adoption and ensuring data reliability across distributed teams. I thrive in managing complex cross-functional projects and delivering system enhancements that foster continuous improvement, enabling scalable revenue operations.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led and developed multicultural, remote teams, aligning technical solutions with business objectives in dynamic environments. My recent role as Sales Operations & Enablement Advisor at Cargill involved leading process design initiatives across EMEA and APAC, which contributed to a 10% year-over-year sales growth. I am passionate about driving operational excellence and am motivated to create impactful solutions that enhance user experience and performance measurement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Commercial Excellence CoE, Sales Operations & Enablement Advisor
Cargill
Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Led process design and optimization initiatives across EMEA and APAC, building scalable workflows and reducing complexity for sales and commercial operations. Designed and implemented global performance dashboards, segmentation strategies, and incentive programs, launching 5+ dashboards used by over 200 commercial leaders and contributing to a 10% year-over-year sales growth.
Global Head of Sales Operations
LHH
Jul 2021 - Present (4 years)
Oversaw annual sales planning, quota setting (~$500M), and territory design (116+ territories), driving strategic alignment for a global sales organization. Orchestrated the consolidation and integration of disparate data sources and systems to deliver a unified, real-time reporting framework, empowering global managers and sellers with instant access to key metrics and removing the need for manua
Global Test, Quality, and Release Management for the CRM project
dormakaba
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Directed end-to-end CRM testing, release validation, and training for large-scale global deployments, ensuring seamless system functionality and user adoption. Acted as a critical liaison between global IT and regional commercial teams, ensuring functional alignment and translating business requirements into technical specifications for CRM enhancements.
Senior Commercial Excellence Analyst and CRM Product Owner
Medtronic
Mar 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)
Led CRM strategy, adoption, and user experience across EMEA, serving as the primary expert for system optimization and execution for over 2,000 users. Delivered key analytics and KPI reporting for executive business reviews, providing actionable insights that improved pipeline visibility and sales effectiveness.
EMEA RMS Senior Sales Operations Analyst
Covidien
Oct 2012 - Present (12 years 9 months)
Drove the successful rollout of Salesforce for the RMS business unit across EMEA, achieving over 90% user adoption within the first year. Produced executive dashboards and performance reports that guided new product launch strategy and ongoing sales performance monitoring.
EU Sales Operations Analyst & EU Business Unit Pricing Director
Covidien
Sep 2010 - Present (14 years 10 months)
Supported sales operations and managed business unit pricing for the EU region. Contributed to strategic commercial decision-making and sales planning.
Various Analytics Roles
IBM
Nov 2003 - Present (21 years 8 months)
Held various analytics roles, contributing to data analysis and reporting functions. Gained foundational experience in data interpretation and business insights.
Various Analytics Roles
Covidien
Nov 2003 - Present (21 years 8 months)
Held various analytics roles, contributing to data analysis and reporting functions. Gained foundational experience in data interpretation and business insights.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Leicester
General MBA, Business Administration
Completed a General MBA program with a specialization in Finance. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of business management and financial principles.
Université Aix-Marseille II
Master of Advanced Studies (DEA), Sciences of Human Movement
Pursued a Master of Advanced Studies in Sciences of Human Movement. This advanced degree focused on the scientific aspects of human movement and related disciplines.
Université Toulouse III
Bachelor & Post Graduate studies, Sports and Physical Activity
Undertook Bachelor and Post Graduate studies in Sports and Physical Activity. This education provided a strong foundation in the principles and practices of sports and physical activity.
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