Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
Timeline
Interests
Sales Leadership and Team Development Achievements
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Nicholas Teo

Driving IT Sales Success: From Conceptualization To Conquest | APAC
Singapore
Nicholas Teo

Summary

With over 12 years of dedicated service in the IT industry, I am a seasoned sales management professional known for delivering results. I led a team that secured USD 7 million in business opportunities in just six months and steered a turnaround from a 30% revenue dip to a 1.2% growth within two years. My expertise lies in crafting high-performing teams, evidenced by my coaching endeavors across APAC and consistent achievement of critical benchmarks, notably surpassing team revenue targets by over 100% in 2022. My peers often commend my knack for optimizing sales processes and my unwavering focus on performance metrics. Coupled with my natural aptitude for building meaningful customer and stakeholder relationships, I am poised to drive further success. I am eager to bring this wealth of experience to a forward-thinking organization, adding value and fostering growth.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages
1
Certificate

Work History

Huawei International Singapore Pte Ltd

Senior Business Development Manager
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Spearheaded marketing initiatives and strategic planning, diversifying revenue streams and securing new market segments.
  • Conducted in-depth client research, unlocking pivotal growth opportunities, and deepened ties with key stakeholders to ensure account retention and expansion.
  • Consistently surpassed KPIs at individual, team, and company levels, underscoring a commitment to excellence and fostering customer relationships.
  • Championed efforts that delivered over 100% of the team's revenue and MRR in 2022, setting a new benchmark in performance.

Custodio Technologies Pte Ltd
Singapore

Sales and Marketing Director
12.2020 - 02.2022

Job overview

  • Spearheaded the establishment of a 1 million Net New, unrestricted by vertical or country, as a foundational strategy for the startup.
  • Played a pivotal role in lead generation for venture capital seed funding, positioning the company for financial growth.
  • Oversaw comprehensive marketing collateral, including copy, imagery, videos, and email campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand values and market strategies.
  • Designed and executed a robust channel ecosystem, introducing a partner program that expanded outreach and revenue streams.
  • Championed company-wide lead and demand generation initiatives, fostering a culture of proactive market engagement.
  • Managed all legal sales contracts, safeguarding company interests and fostering sustainable customer relationships.
  • Innovated and implemented diverse sales models, extending beyond traditional B2B to incorporate channel strategies for broader market penetration.

N3 Results Singapore Pte Ltd
Singapore

Senior Sales Manager
11.2018 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Crafted a data-driven sales strategy, leveraging insights from consumer purchasing trends. This strategy led to a potential 25% growth in new sales within a year, adapting to prevailing market conditions.
  • Led communication and consistently provided crucial reports, elevating transparency and trust among critical stakeholders globally and within the APAC region.
  • Directed a 30-member ISR team, securing an impressive USD 7 million in business revenue opportunities within three months and improving team efficiency by 50%.
  • Recruited, trained, and mentored a 24-person sales force across Singapore and Malaysia to achieve USD 19 million in revenue for APAC.
  • Strategically acquired vital clients, including Ha Do Group and Vietnam National University, contributing to a 25% overall potential revenue increase with deals worth 1.7 million.
  • Pioneered a team of 5 for intranet development, launching a global communication platform that increased internal communication efficiency by 30%, rolled out in April 2020.
  • Implemented a recruitment strategy that realized a 15% cost-saving in hiring processes and reduced the onboarding time by 20%.

Iconz Webvisions Pte Ltd
Singapore

Head of Sales
01.2016 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Orchestrated comprehensive managed services offerings, encompassing Colocation, Cloud Transformation (both Private and Public), and Hosting, effectively addressing diverse local verticals.
  • Served as the primary liaison to the CEO, providing essential insights and updates regarding all sales performance metrics and strategic initiatives.
  • Pioneered the establishment of the sales team's inaugural annuity division, enhancing long-term revenue streams.
  • Jointly spearheaded the company's internal business transformation and crisis management initiatives, driving organizational resilience and adaptability.
  • Cultivated and sustained robust relationships with key strategic partners, including industry giants such as NTUC and MOE.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to craft and implement a Go-To-Market strategy, optimizing both direct and channel business avenues.
  • Successfully halted a declining revenue trend, turning around a 30% annual gross revenue decrease to achieve a remarkable 1.2% growth in both acquisitions and annuity within a two-year span.
  • Overhauled internal SLAs, realizing a significant boost in customer satisfaction from a historical average of 70% to an impressive 85% in FY2018.

Servicesource International Singapore Pte Ltd
Singapore

Regional Renewal Sales Manager
05.2011 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Championed a dynamic coaching regimen, imparting proven sales techniques and endorsing cross-selling tactics, resulting in a tangible uptick in revenue streams.
  • Spearheaded efficient customer relations protocols, ensuring swift issue resolution and consistently achieving elevated levels of client satisfaction.
  • Executed compelling presentations, eloquently elucidating product and service nuances to prospective and existing clientele.
  • Curated comprehensive Weekly/Quarterly Performance Reports, serving as the main conduit of critical updates to APAC's influential stakeholders.
  • Cultivated strong relationships across the client's cross-function department, positioning as the go-to expert for addressing multifaceted business challenges.
  • Realized an outstanding 10-20% surge in annual incremental revenue bookings in India and ASEAN, overseeing an annuity portfolio worth USD 15 million—even in the face of aggressive targets.
  • Captained the APAC team's endeavors, consistently unlocking USD 1-2 million in incremental business opportunities every quarter.
  • Collaboratively secured over USD 4 million in new business ventures alongside the New Business team, predominantly through strategic upselling and cross-selling initiatives.
  • Nurtured and sustained pivotal alliances with marquee strategic accounts, including luminaries like IHIS, DBS, Starhub, and Capitaland.
  • Established as the Subject Matter Expert in delivering specialized sales coaching, product training, install base management, and channel strategies—illustrated by the successful training of 15 ISRs and a Lead for the Manila office.

Alquest Marketing
Singapore

Sales and Admin Executive
11.2007 - 03.2011

Job overview

  • Catered to ship chandeliers, offshore platforms, and shipyards.
  • Drove an annual revenue increase of USD 2 million.
  • Established distributorships for new products.
  • Managed logistics, advertisement campaigns, and tax refunds.
  • Developed and executed innovative marketing strategies.
  • Implemented company policies to safeguard data integrity and security.
  • Regulated access to vital reports, ensuring business transparency and efficiency.

Education

Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)
Singapore

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain Management
01.2010 - 12.2012

University Overview

Part-time Studies in Supply Chain Management Achieved a GPA of 3.9 over 2 years

Note: Discontinued due to financial reasons.

Singapore Logistics Association (SLA)
Singapore

Advanced Diploma from Supply Chain Management
01.2006 - 12.2008

Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore

Diploma from Electronics
01.1999 - 12.2002

IBMI
Berlin

Diploma from Project Management
09.2020 - 09.2020

IBMI
Berlin

Mini MBA from International Business Management
10.2020 - 10.2020

University Overview

Business Management Program covering Essential Management Skills, Marketing and Communications, International Business, Strategy and Operations, Finance and Accounting, and Human Resource Management.

Coursera
USA

Certificate from Google Project Management
09.2023 - 10.2023

Skills

    Strategic Thinking

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Accomplishments

    As an accomplished APAC Sales Leader, I've dedicated 12 years to providing cutting-edge IT solutions, collaborating with industry titans like Huawei Cloud, VMware, Hitachi Vantara, IBM, and F5 Networks. Some of my proudest achievements include:

  • Leading a high-performing team that shattered expectations by achieving 200% of the annual target, generating USD 7 million in business opportunities in just half a year.
  • Demonstrating a sharp acumen in nurturing annuity business, doubling its value from USD 7 million to a robust USD 15 million between 2013 and 2015, consistently registering double-digit growth year-on-year.
  • Masterminding a remarkable turnaround in the company's financial trajectory, reversing a 30% revenue deficit to realize a 1.2% growth within two years.

Software

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Excel

Salesforce

Dynamic CRM

Microsoft Word

Timeline

Professional Certificate for Google Project Management

10-2023

Coursera

Certificate from Google Project Management
09.2023 - 10.2023

Senior Business Development Manager

Huawei International Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2022 - Current

Sales and Marketing Director

Custodio Technologies Pte Ltd
12.2020 - 02.2022

IBMI

Mini MBA from International Business Management
10.2020 - 10.2020

IBMI

Diploma from Project Management
09.2020 - 09.2020

Senior Sales Manager

N3 Results Singapore Pte Ltd
11.2018 - 08.2020

Head of Sales

Iconz Webvisions Pte Ltd
01.2016 - 11.2018

Regional Renewal Sales Manager

Servicesource International Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2011 - 12.2015

Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain Management
01.2010 - 12.2012

Sales and Admin Executive

Alquest Marketing
11.2007 - 03.2011

Singapore Logistics Association (SLA)

Advanced Diploma from Supply Chain Management
01.2006 - 12.2008

Temasek Polytechnic

Diploma from Electronics
01.1999 - 12.2002

Interests

Social Networking for Work and Leisure: Regularly engage in both professional and personal social networking platforms, curating a robust online presence. Actively participate in online communities and discussions, keeping abreast of industry trends and expanding my network, while also connecting with friends and acquaintances to maintain a balanced social life.

Organizing Team Building Events: Take pleasure in conceptualizing and executing team-building activities that foster camaraderie, mutual trust, and collaboration. With a knack for identifying unique and engaging activities, I aim to enhance team dynamics, improve communication, and reinforce shared goals and values.

Lifelong Learning: Pursue diverse learning opportunities, recently delving into the intricacies of establishing shrimp tanks and terrariums.

Cultural Exploration through Travel: Travel extensively to immerse in diverse cultures, seeking a deep understanding of global traditions, lifestyles, and perspectives.

Mindfulness and Meditation: Relevance: Sales roles can be stressful. Having methods to manage and alleviate stress indicates you can maintain a clear head and calm demeanor in challenging situations.

Engaging in Strategic and Collaborative Online Games: Description: Regularly indulge in online games that require strategic planning, foresight, and collaborative teamwork. These games not only serve as a form of leisure but also sharpen my ability to anticipate challenges, devise strategies in real-time, and work cohesively with teammates towards a common objective.

Sales Leadership and Team Development Achievements

I successfully established a high-performance Renewals team in ASEAN and India. This achievement involved a series of strategic steps and actions.

Recruitment and Selection

  • Recognizing cultural and language differences, I partnered with the HR department to develop country-specific job descriptions and requirements while staying within the designated budget and hiring timeline.
  • We conducted a rigorous interview to pinpoint candidates with the requisite skills, experience, and a strong cultural alignment.

Team Development and Training

  • Collaborating with our Training Manager, I crafted a comprehensive onboarding program encompassing our products, sales techniques (such as SPIN selling and BANT), Salesforce utilization, and our company's cultural nuances. Furthermore, I held monthly reviews with the trainers to pinpoint areas where knowledge gaps existed or to identify opportunities for personal development programs.
  • Furthermore, trainers will conduct continuous training sessions and workshops to ensure the team stays current with industry trends and continuously hone their sales skills.
  • I fostered a culture of perpetual learning and self-enhancement.

Goal Setting and KPIs:

  • To nurture a motivated and accountable sales team, I established SMART goals for each team member, aligning them with key performance indicators (KPIs) like revenue targets, renewal rates, and customer satisfaction scores.
  • I consistently conducted one-on-one meetings to track progress, offer constructive feedback, and provide support when needed, contributing to a team that remained focused and highly motivated.
  • Additionally, quarterly, I organized in-depth review sessions with our stakeholders to discuss individual progress against our KPIs and address any required assistance.

Sales Process Optimization:

  • I fostered close collaboration with my sales team and cross-functional departments, including the Order Management Team, Finance, and Legal, to optimize and streamline our sales processes.
  • We introduced daily 10-minute morning huddles to align on daily goals and identify any required support.
  • We thoroughly analyze our sales funnel during weekly one-on-one meetings, identifying efficiency bottlenecks.
  • To address these challenges, we implemented process improvements and workflow automation, leading to a highly efficient sales process that notably accelerated deal closures.

Motivation and Recognition:

  • Understanding the significance of motivation, I introduced a robust reward and recognition system, e.g., SPIFF.
  • Exceptional performers were publicly celebrated and received incentives, resulting in a noticeable boost in team morale.
  • Furthermore, I promoted healthy competition within the team, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and fostering a friendly spirit of rivalry.

Team Collaboration:

  • Building a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork was crucial.
  • I organized team-building activities,e.g., prawning sessions, and encouraged open communication.
  • Team members were encouraged to share their experiences and best practices, which led to the developing of a knowledge-sharing culture.

Performance Evaluation and Feedback:

  • I held quarterly performance reviews to provide feedback on their accomplishments, identify areas for improvement, and explore ways in which I could support their development as they worked toward their following goals.
  • I maintain a transparent and unbiased weekly open-door policy, where team members are encouraged to share their concerns, providing feedback on areas they believe need improvement or where they feel something is amiss.

Through these strategies, I cultivated a high-performance sales team that doubled revenue from 7 million to 15 million in three years while maintaining a low attrition rate. Our company recognized these accomplishments and appointed me for a new APAC initiative focused on lead generation.

Building and leading this sales team was a rewarding experience, highlighting the importance of hiring the right talent, nurturing their skills, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Nicholas TeoDriving IT Sales Success: From Conceptualization To Conquest | APAC