Yolande Xu
@yolandexu
Driven technology sales professional with expertise in account management.
What I'm looking for
With over two years of experience in technology and software sales, I have honed my skills in new business acquisition and enterprise account management across Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. My journey has been marked by significant achievements, including exceeding sales quotas by 101% in both 2022 and 2023, and contributing to a remarkable 20% revenue growth in the APAC region as the first Sales Development Representative (SDR) hire.
My role at Procurement Leaders Singapore has allowed me to engage with C-level executives, successfully acquiring key accounts such as Telkomsel, Jollibee, and Woolworths Group. I take pride in my ability to conduct robust prospecting activities, achieving a sales conversion rate of over 10% in the first half of 2024. I have also spearheaded initiatives that fostered strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased renewal rates and tailored product advisory sessions.
As a native Mandarin speaker, I have effectively managed communications with Chinese customers, enhancing our outreach and engagement strategies. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in sales, account management, and partnerships to drive success in future roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sales Development Representative (SDR)
Procurement Leaders
Mar 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years 6 months)
Achieved 101% of quota in 2022 and 2023 by conducting robust multi-channel prospecting activities to C-level executives across Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Contributed to 20% revenue growth in APAC as the first SDR hire, initiating prospecting and outreach across 6 Asian territories and ANZ.
Business Development Intern
Endofotonics
Conducted comprehensive market research and crafted a go-to-market (GTM) strategy. Enhanced brand awareness across three channels: newspapers, magazines, and conferences.
Business Development Intern
InsightGenie
Successfully prospected to 80 C-level executives and decision makers weekly in the Philippines and Indonesia. Secured one of the company's top 5 clients through rigorous discovery within one month.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University of Singapore
Master of Science, Venture Creation
Undertook a Master of Science in Venture Creation. Gained industry experience as a Business Development Intern at InsightGenie, prospecting to C-level executives and securing key clients. Also served as a Business Development Intern at Endofotonics, conducting market research and developing go-to-market strategies.
Washington State University
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality Business Management
Grade: Cum Laude
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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