Nikki Taylor

Location
charlotte, NC (US)
Work Category
Marketing
Interests
Business partnerships, Job opportunities, References, Ways to stay in touch

Work Experience

  • Nov 2007 - present
    charlotte, NC (US)
    Sales Support Administrator
    CareerBuilder.com
    Weekly and monthly sales reporting and analysis. Track and distribute all incoming sales contracts. Research and maintain competitive sales data. Utilize Publisher to design creative media used for promotions or relevant client target communication. Assist in appointment preparation when requested. Assist in account management functions. Call clients per reps direction to follow-up on job postings, survey and research calls. Assist in surveying and client research. Inventory and order office supplies and promotional materials. Coordinate trainings with unit leaders and department leads. File expense reports. Work with unit leader to design, implement and track unit sales contests. Be main point of contact for corporate communications and operational responsibilities. Work with recruiter to manage status of each month's new hires and prepare for their start dates.
  • Jul 2004 - Nov 2007
    costa mesa, CA (US)
    Sales Support Specialist
    Ameritas Group Dental & Eyecare
    Executed a variety of account management functions by addressing matters dealing with enrollment, claims and administration. Supported numerous sales representatives by assisting with the promotion, sale, service and retention of cases of all sizes. Attended enrollment meetings and benefit fairs and conducted presentations in an effort to review and clarify questions and raise enrollment. Gained extensive knowledge in rating, quoting and process regulations by designing appropriate plans for groups. Conducted follow-up investigations with producers on outstanding proposals. Implemented new policies by completing field underwriting procedures, creating communication materials such as benefit packets, conducting enrollment planning and electronically submitting sold cases. Corresponded with producers and underwriters to assess and negotiate renewals and develop appropriate plan design alternatives to fit all clients’ needs.
  • Sep 2003 - Jul 2004
    santa ana, CA (US)
    Assistant to the President
    Orange County Musicians' Association
    Served over 1,000 music federation members daily through verbal and written communication dealing with medical insurance, escrow billing, pensions, trust funds, dues and artist contracts. Expertly audited financial spreadsheets, identified an overcharge and obtained a refund which dramatically reduced organization expenses. Analyzed, corrected and updated accounts in order to balance and compile spreadsheets to assist the secretary/treasurer in monitoring financial transactions.

Education

  • 1999 - 2003
    Bachelor's - Music Industry Studies
    Appalachian State University
    Minor in Business; Minor in Communications. Concentration in Management and Promotions; Principle in Voice. Acquired comprehensive knowledge of business, management, marketing, finance, computer information systems and communications.