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Margarita R. Torres

Margarita R. Torres

Business Development Specialist
Puerto Rico,PR

Summary

Industrious Sales Development Lead with a people-first approach. Talented in devising creative strategies to build high-yielding pipelines. Key account manager in complex projects. Proactive time management. Broad expertise in lead generation, qualification, and deal closing. Organized and detail-oriented in researching ideal clients within a specific niche. Thrive in high-pressure environments and exceed sales targets.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Development Specialist

Alleyoop
San Juan, PR
2022 - Current
  • Established relationships with prospects and customers to promote product understanding and drive sales growth.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
  • Utilized Salesforce to manage sensitive client information.
  • Utilized FrontSpin & RingCentral to manage 80- 120 calls per day outbound/inbound and execute multiple touch-point digital marketing cadences.
  • Utilized LinkedIn Sales Navigator to build effective C-level high-volume pipelines.
  • Utilized ZoomInfo to update existing and new client profiles.
  • Utilized Zoom, and Workspace for constant communication sales meetings, and sales training.
  • Utilizing Zenoti, to enter consumer data into ERM.
  • Utilizing ZenDesk and META to supply strong lead generation for the B2C pipeline.
  • Won new business by articulating value of company's capabilities to prospects.
  • Crafting sales pitches to communicate value of company products and services.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Independent Consultant

Multiple Contracts
10.2019 - 04.2022

Pivot Point International: Introduced Digital LMS to Cosmetology and Barbering (private and public sector)—

  • Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
  • Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths
  • Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues
  • Onboarded and managed new client accounts to boost retention rates

7 Small - Mid Level Salons: Coaching services

  • Analyzed data to uncover insights and identify key opportunities to inform strategic decisions
  • Utilized specialized software to capture and process data

Serious Beauty Professionals:

  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions

Sales Director, Business Development

Bravo Distributors
02.2015 - 10.2019
  • Hired, trained, and built high-performing team of sales representatives.
  • Developed key partnerships with industry-leading organizations to strengthen professional networks and expand future business opportunities.
  • Boosted profits through effective supervision of entire sales department.
  • Created innovative sales strategies by monitoring and evaluating market trends and competitive offerings.
  • Exceeded sales goals through effective time management and resource allocations.
  • Revitalized sales and marketing programs while achieving $2.5Mil in profits.
  • Presented Olaplex, Pravana at industry trade shows and client-sponsored events.
  • Drove team of 7 direct reports in new item distribution, merchandising and supply management.

Education

Professional Certification - UX/UI Design

Coursera
ONLINE
09.2023

GED -

Washington Irving HS
New York
06.1998

Licensed - Cosmetlogy

Robert Fiance Academy
Brooklyn
05.1988

Skills

  • Multichannel marketing
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Cross-functional teams
  • Product and service sales
  • SaaS Software Proficiency
  • Cultural Awareness
  • New Business Generation
  • Providing Feedback
  • CRM Tracking
  • Pipeline Growth
  • Personnel Management
  • Persuasive Communication

Timeline

Sales Development Specialist

Alleyoop
2022 - Current

Independent Consultant

Multiple Contracts
10.2019 - 04.2022

Sales Director, Business Development

Bravo Distributors
02.2015 - 10.2019

Professional Certification - UX/UI Design

Coursera

GED -

Washington Irving HS

Licensed - Cosmetlogy

Robert Fiance Academy
Margarita R. TorresBusiness Development Specialist