Lining Chang
@liningchang
Bilingual business development professional with expertise in B2B sales.
What I'm looking for
I am a bilingual English/Mandarin business development professional with over three years of experience in B2B sales and client engagement. My journey has been marked by a proven track record in negotiating deals, managing customer lifecycles, and successfully expanding business operations in the Chinese market. I pride myself on being tech-savvy and self-driven, always eager to contribute to a global inside sales team.
In my most recent role as a Business Development Manager at Skrivanek s.r.o., I managed the full sales cycle for both B2B and B2C language service clients, handling over 200 client interactions monthly. I spearheaded the company's expansion into the Chinese market, increasing our client base by 50%. My ability to coordinate with marketing teams to produce tailored materials and negotiate effectively with vendors has led to significant operational cost reductions and high client retention rates.
Additionally, my experience as a freelance English teacher has allowed me to develop strong communication skills and adapt my teaching methods to engage diverse learners. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in a dynamic environment where I can continue to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance English Teacher
Self-employed
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Taught a range of English courses, including IELTS preparation and general ESL, to both school-aged students and adults in online and in-person settings. Managed virtual classrooms via WeChat, distributing teaching materials, assigning and tracking homework, and maintaining student engagement.
Business Development Manager
Skrivanek s.r.o.
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Managed the full sales cycle for B2B and B2C language service clients, from prospecting to deal closure, handling over 200 inbound/outbound client interactions monthly. Spearheaded the expansion into the Chinese market, increasing the Chinese client base by 50% and coordinating with the Marketing team for Chinese materials.
Global Inspection Specialist
Capital Asset Exchange and Trading Co., Ltd.
Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Proactively reached out to potential customers, establishing partnerships with over 40 new clients and sourcing more than 2000 pieces of tradable industrial semiconducting equipment. Photographed, videoed, and cataloged semiconductor capital assets at various customer sites in China, acting as an intermediary for foreign traders.
Freelance Translator and Interpreter
Sichuan Lan-bridge Information Technology Co., Ltd
Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Produced high-quality translation works in various fields, including finance, tourism, and mechanism. Provided Chinese-English interpreting support to clients during business meetings.
Assistant of Head of Junior School
Dulwich College Suzhou
Aug 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)
Assisted the Head of Junior School with administrative tasks and actively participated in organizing student activities. Regularly translated letters and newsletters from English into Chinese, engaging in effective communication with students, teachers, and parents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The University of Manchester
Master of Arts, Translation and Interpreting
Grade: Merit
Achieved Merit in Translation and Interpreting studies. Focused on developing advanced skills in linguistic conversion and cross-cultural communication.
Suzhou University of Science and Technology
Bachelor in English Literature, English Literature
Grade: 2:1 degree
Graduated with a 2:1 degree in English Literature. Developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills through comprehensive study of literary works.
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