Maxim Jackson
@maximjackson
Driven Senior Sales Development Team Leader with a proven track record.
What I'm looking for
I am a hard-working and driven Senior Sales Development Team Leader with a proven track record of maximizing team performance. With over four years of sales experience, I have successfully transitioned from a Sales Development Representative to a Team Leader in just 14 months, the fastest promotion in my company's history. My approach is rooted in motivation, organization, and a commitment to professional standards, which I bring to every role.
In my current position at SmartSearch, I oversee three teams, ensuring smooth operations and providing ongoing training and support. I take pride in tracking and analyzing KPIs to drive performance and morale within my team. My greatest satisfaction comes from fostering an environment where team members can thrive and achieve their targets, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Sales Development Team Leader
SmartSearch
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Reported directly to the Head of Sales Development, ensuring the smooth operation of a department comprising three teams. Conducted monthly one-on-one sessions, providing ongoing support and training to team members throughout the year. Created and cross-referenced weekly KPIs with the demo tracker sheet to ensure accuracy and facilitate timely updates.
Sales Development Team Leader
SmartSearch
Apr 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 8 months)
Monitored the performance of sales development team members, actively working to enhance team morale and motivation. Collaborated with the Sales Development Manager to drive incentives, ensuring the achievement of daily, weekly, monthly, and annual targets. Tracked daily KPIs across the team to identify and address patterns of performance dips, while providing continuous training to maintain high
Sales Development Representative
SmartSearch
Feb 2020 - Apr 2021 (1 year 2 months)
Consistently worked towards daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets, successfully booking platform demonstrations for the sales team to secure new business. Collaborated effectively within a team environment to achieve optimal results, actively assisting colleagues to ensure they met their targets. Maintained high performance while predominantly making 80-100 cold calls per day.
Account Manager
Premier Vanguard
Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year)
Managed a portfolio of accounts valued at £180,000, serving restaurants and cafes across the UK. Nurtured these accounts and successfully grew them by up-selling various products, increasing the account base by £50,000 during tenure. Achieved personal monthly targets while also contributing to team goals and assisting the pharmaceutical department when needed.
Sales Executive
Cosmos Supplies
Jan 2018 - Sep 2018 (8 months)
Engaged in cold calling to sell stationary to companies, consistently meeting monthly targets within a growing company. Collaborated with other sales experts to enhance cold calling strategies and support team objectives. Successfully grew a sales pipeline from zero to 50 clients during my tenure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kirkcudbright Academy
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Grade: Various grades across Higher and Standard Grade qualifications.
Activities and societies: Participated in a broad curriculum including Drama, Physical Education, Business Studies, Psychology, Administration, English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Religious Education.
Completed secondary education, focusing on a diverse curriculum including arts, sciences, and business studies. Achieved Higher and Standard Grade qualifications across multiple disciplines.
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