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Maggie Khoo

Maggie Khoo

Key Account Manager

Summary

Dynamic Key Account Manager with a proven track record at C.H. Robinson, enhancing client relationships and driving business growth through strategic account management and cross-functional collaboration. Excelled in data-driven decision making and problem-solving, achieving consistent account performance improvements. Skilled in multitasking and adaptability, with a focus on achieving over 15% revenue growth in key accounts.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Key Account Manager

C.H. Robinson
11.2016 - Current
  • Conducted regular account reviews with clients to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and strategize future growth opportunities.
  • Analyzed sales and customer data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profitability.
  • Analyzed market trends, identifying opportunities for expanding product offerings within key accounts.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and effective problem solving.
  • Developed customized proposals for potential clients, demonstrating value of the company's products and services.
  • Developed and delivered presentations to key customers to position products and services.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships to drive business growth.
  • Proactively identified potential issues within key accounts, taking corrective action to prevent loss of business or dissatisfaction.
  • Created sales forecasts to target potential leads, monthly and yearly objectives.
  • Expanded key account base by identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
  • Organized cross-functional teams to address complex client requests or projects efficiently, resulting in increased satisfaction levels among key accounts holders.
  • Implemented strategic sales plans to achieve consistent revenue growth across key accounts.
  • Negotiated contract renewals with existing clients, securing long-term commitment and fostering ongoing collaboration.
  • Developed thorough understanding of key clients' needs and requirements to prepare customized solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving client concerns quickly and efficiently.
  • Supported sales and reporting for large and medium-sized accounts.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, meeting client expectations.
  • Established strong rapport with clients by consistently exceeding their expectations in quality and service delivery.
  • Mentored junior members of the team in key account management best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the organization.
  • Trained teams to optimize service delivery in alignment with individual needs to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Managed complex negotiations with key accounts, securing long-term partnerships.
  • Developed comprehensive account plans, setting clear objectives and strategies for growth.
  • Identified and resolved potential account issues before they escalated, maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Improved client retention rates with personalized follow-up strategies and problem-solving techniques.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
  • To visit customer at site, meetings, incoming calls, 200s emails per day from customer, vendors, carriers, operational, finance, etc.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure long-term business growth.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new account management staff, sharing best practices and experiences.
  • Drove revenue growth by negotiating favorable contract terms with major accounts.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • To review Account Management portfolio (Revenue tracker, uptrend, downtrend), identified new business opportunities internal/external portfolio.

Project Manager

Asia Marine Logistics
12.2011 - 07.2016
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Ensured projects aligned with strategic objectives, working closely with senior management to refine project goals.
  • Facilitated smoother project transitions, ensuring thorough documentation and effective handovers.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices.
  • Improved client relationships, consistently meeting or exceeding project expectations and maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Streamlined procurement process for project materials, reducing wait times and avoiding potential delays.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management plans, minimizing project delays and unexpected challenges.
  • Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Oversaw implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

Customer Support Executive

Agility Project Logistics
01.2008 - 11.2011
  • Listened to customers' questions and concerns to provide answers or responses.
  • Provided excellent customer service by efficiently resolving issues and responding to inquiries.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively while maintaining calm demeanor and providing empathetic support to customers facing challenges or frustration.
  • Streamlined support processes for faster resolution times and increased customer loyalty.
  • Provided personalized support to customers by understanding their unique needs and preferences.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and positive feedback.
  • Managed customer service effectiveness by monitoring performance and assessing metrics.
  • Collected customer information and analyzed customer needs to recommend potential products or services.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Assigned and designated job territories to customer care staff according to performance and history.
  • Collaborated with product development team to report and address recurrent product issues.
  • Personalized customer interaction strategies, leading to increased engagement and satisfaction.
  • Enhanced onboarding process for new customers, leading to smoother initial experience.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to suggest service enhancements.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to expedite part replacements for customers, enhancing service satisfaction.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, improving response times to customer inquiries.
  • Optimized knowledge base for easier access to information, improving customer self-service options.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.

Logistics Executive

Panasonic Logistics Asia
02.2005 - 01.2008
  • Achieved and exceeded revenue goals and KPIs.
  • Used SAP system to coordinate and monitor outgoing and inbound deliveries.
  • Oversaw scheduling for day-to-day activities of transportation as well as warehouse employees and contractors..
  • Established strong relationships with carriers and vendors to ensure on-time deliveries and reduce the risk of supply chain disruptions.
  • Analyzed processes and supply chain operational data to track trends, expectations and performance.
  • Optimized transportation budget allocation by regularly evaluating carrier performance data and making informed decisions based on cost and service quality.
  • Oversaw supply chain vendor pricing, inventory management and stock distribution.
  • Improved shipment tracking capabilities by integrating advanced technology solutions into existing logistics processes.
  • Documented physical supply chain processes such as workflows, cycle times, position responsibilities and system flows.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align logistical support with promotional campaigns, ensuring product availability during peak demand periods.
  • Worked with internal and external partners to meet customers' complex needs while adhering to state, national and international constraints and guidelines.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of functional technology and leveraged information to drive innovation.
  • Developed logistical checklists to guide activities support.
  • Delivered logistic support to leverage existing resources with cost-effective savings.
  • Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
  • Coordinated mission details and communicated with unit to convey changes.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Coordinated international shipments, navigating complex customs requirements and ensuring compliance with import/export regulations.

Education

Associate of Science - Diploma in International Freight Management

Singapore Logistics Association
Singapore
01.2003 - 01.2025

Skills

Key account management

Client relationship building

Account management

Business development

Account development

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Account performance analysis

Account presentations

Business strategies

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 5 staff members.
  • Conduct 4-days workshop with customer and operation team members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop sales quotes tracking spreadsheets.
  • To coach team member to use data analysts and PPT presentative skill
  • To contribute my best knowledge to grow and learn together with the team

Interests

Shopping, enjoy music, movies, social, drawings

Timeline

Key Account Manager

C.H. Robinson
11.2016 - Current

Project Manager

Asia Marine Logistics
12.2011 - 07.2016

Customer Support Executive

Agility Project Logistics
01.2008 - 11.2011

Logistics Executive

Panasonic Logistics Asia
02.2005 - 01.2008

Associate of Science - Diploma in International Freight Management

Singapore Logistics Association
01.2003 - 01.2025
Maggie KhooKey Account Manager