Karol

Experienced manager driving business development, operational excellence and exceeding sales targets.
51 years oldBusiness managerCome from Poland Living in Poland - Warsaw
Language: Spanish, English, Polish
Mandarin: not at all

Managed sales teams, consistently achieving record-breaking results and earning awards for growth. Demonstrated strength in building solid client relationships, understanding their needs, and providing personalized solutions. Actively negotiated deals, reaching mutually beneficial agreements through extensive B2B interactions. Thrives in an independent work environment, takes ownership of projects, and makes informed decisions. Consistently delivers results efficiently, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. A skilled leader with a hands-on attitude who excels in problem-solving. Proven experience in department building, high-performance staff hiring, and leading successfully towards set targets.

Branch Manager
GO! Express&Logisitics Warszawa
Apr 2022 - Now(2 years)

Independently managed daily operations, sales development, and administration for an international premium logistics company. Achieved record turnover by optimizing procedures, expanding departments, and maximizing sales. Awarded 1st place in the ‘sales small station’ category at GO!liath 2023. Achieved a record turnover in two consecutive years. Responsible for hiring and coaching sales and operational teams. Implemented reporting systems and monitored task progress by introducing specific KPIs. Cooperated on new business development projects in Poland, based on Czech and German solutions. Provided full logistics service for Uniqlo clothing brand entering the Polish market.

Sales and business development manager
Electronic International Commerce
Apr 2021 - Apr 2022(a year)

Interim project with successful introduction of the hi-fi brand, Musical Fidelity, through a distribution takeover. Implemented the Sote and Sage Symfonia B2B system, streamlining internal processes and communication. Optimized the discount policy and bonus programs. Initiated communication tools with distributors, including newsletters and retail promotions. Opened a hi-fi systems testing salon, offering both stationary and online outlet sales.

Head of sales and marketing
Agency Ditro Communication
Jan 2017 - Mar 2021(4 years)

Implemented ATL and BTL projects, conducted fairs, conferences, and incentive events for companies such as Fuji Film, Adidas, Levi Strauss, DAF Trucks Polska. Managed business-tourist promotion magazine, achieving sales increase of 15% per year. Coordinated five departments collaborating with commercial centers, restaurants and hotels. Identified, developed, and successfully closed business opportunities exceeding expectations. Developed adequate definitions of commercial plans, marketing activities, communication, and PR.

Head of business development
Deportivo Sp. z o.o.
Jan 2014 - Jan 2017(3 years)

Successfully managed a three-year contract for the exclusive distribution of Space Scooters by Leo Messi. Established a sales network through sports stores across Poland (B2B) and e-commerce (B2C). Achieved the sales leader position in Central and Eastern Europe in 2016 and 2017. Acquired prestigious title of “Toy of the Year 2016”.

Editor-in-chief
The Visitor
Jun 2008 - Jan 2014(6 years)

Co-founded the largest business-tourist publishing house in Poland, achieving industry leadership. Expanded the organization to nationwide coverage.

Lazarski University
, Business Management
Sep 1994 - May 1998(4 years)

Busines management and supervision degree.

business developmentbranch managementprocess optimizationteam management and coachprocess improvementB2B negotiationsmarket expansionexpense managementeffective communication