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Frosina Talevska

Frosina Talevska

Summary

Results-oriented, multi-faceted professional with 13 years of international experience in the energy, construction & infrastructure, electrical, and nuclear sectors. Skilled in business development, sales and marketing, project management, engineering compliance verification services, operations responsibility, and company quality management. Strong leadership and business competencies enable spearheading planning and execution of core design, establishing sales and project governance, and driving operational and marketing initiatives to enhance overall product performance and bottom-line results. Proven track record of reaching sales targets in diverse international locations and innovative business development leadership roles. Brings a wealth of technical, commercial, and managerial experience in the industrial sector. Experienced leader adept at guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Strength lies in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead of Inside Sales and Customer Support

NMI
02.2024 - Current
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals
  • Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.

Project Manager

NMi Netherlands
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Managing financially and practically special projects (new markets, biggest projects in value, risky projects, innovative projects related to the reduction of carbon emission, new network energy supplying systems, energy side demands responses.
  • Closing the projects with a proven margin
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • 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.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.

International Technical Director

Apave International
09.2019 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for international technical operations within 50 subsidiaries worldwide and more than 10.000 technical employees.
  • Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Developed innovative solutions to complex technical problems, resulting in improved system performance.
  • Led successful efforts to obtain necessary certifications, demonstrating compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Commercial Manager

Apave Asia Pacific
09.2012 - 09.2019
  • Conducted research to identify new markets and developed a growth strategy focused on clients satisfaction.
  • Development of Energy Sector in South East Asia (9 locations in Vietnam; China, Myanmar, Japan, Brunei and Malaysia) from zero-point including Developing the Investment Plan and Fiscal Budget, Market Research, Providing Commercial Marketing and Sales activities, Business development plan, Setting up subsidiaries and their integration into the system of Apave International, Recruitment of local personnel, Organizing competencies personnel training, Project Management and technical support.
  • Used key metrics and prepared reports for senior management to monitor performance of commercial activities.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and timely resolution of issues, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Managed and analyzed budgets, P&L, balance sheets and sales reports.
  • Managed budgets and financial reporting, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost control for optimal profitability.
  • .Led successful contract negotiations resulting in long-term agreements that benefited both parties involved strategically.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies for commercial products.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects on time and within budget constraints, meeting business objectives.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.

Education

MSc - Economics, Business & Management

FON University
Skopje, MK
01.2018

MSc - Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics

FH Aachen
Aachen, DE
01.2014

BSc - Mechanical Engineering

University Ss. 'Cyril and Methodius'', Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Skopje, MK
01.2012

Skills

  • Cross-border commerce experience
  • Sales strategy development
  • Effective cross-selling
  • Strategic business growth
  • Client relationship management
  • Sales team leadership
  • Collaborative team development
  • Skilled deal negotiator
  • Creative problem solving
  • Business strategy development
  • Profit and loss management
  • Effective leadership
  • Team skill enhancement
  • Implementation of CRM solutions
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Mentorship experience
  • Quality improvement
  • Performance monitoring
  • Relationship building
  • Management Resources
  • Stakeholder management
  • Deadline management
  • Loss prevention
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective conflict management

Languages

English
Croatian
Serbian (Fluent)
Spanish
Greek & Vietnamese (Basic)

Selected Achievements

  • Negotiated and successfully closed 10 years worldwide contract with TOTAL top management team in Paris, 07/24/18, Minimum 1.5 million USD per year, and exceeding 15 million USD in value.
  • Development of in house custom made CRM
  • Management of two major shutdown projects in Equatorial Guinea for EG LNG and Marathon Oil, Project duration was 2 months including management of 200 engineers, technicians, welders equipment and logistic suppliers.
  • Development of a new in-house product, a software solution for the management of client inspection and maintenance activities
  • Created group governance on projects and sales (also on inside sales) encompassing; DOA, sales playbook, project handbook, project management templates, compliancy rules.
  • Speaker – 2nd Edition Conference 'Asset Integrity Corrosion Control, NDT & Inspection Practices', 08/01/18
  • Speaker – 'Myanmar Offshore Summit Conference and Exhibition', 05/01/19
  • Speaker – 'CWC Papua New Guinea Petroleum and Energy Summit', 03/01/17

Skills Highlights

  • In-depth knowledge of sales and marketing techniques, with a consistent record of strong profit outcomes
  • Development and implementation of sales strategies
  • Managing sales team, including resellers, distributors, and various partners on an international level
  • Drive cross-selling initiatives and their practical implementation
  • Inside sales: responsible for serving existing clients and maintaining relationships with them. Outside sales: Face-to-Face selling. Sales support: working as a senior sales team support. Ensuring client satisfaction and increasing existing sales. Lead generation/development. Sell by any means including door-to-door or cold calling.
  • Negotiate and coordinate all aspects of sales, engineering, resourcing, financing, legal, licenses, permits, regulatory compliance matters and marketing.
  • Implementing various CRM systems (Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics) and working on in-house development of custom-made CRM systems
  • Commercial and presenter skills – Worldwide conference exhibitions.
  • Sustain close ties and grow new markets with major international and local clients.
  • Accustomed to full accountability for all project management, financial and human resource management operations and strategic thinking.
  • Intimately familiar with world financial markets, business methods and building innovative universal project models.
  • Management of multi-location and complex projects, rescuing problematic projects with creativeness.
  • Company organization.
  • Strong decision-maker, with experience in resolving complex problems
  • A strong leader and negotiator accustomed to handling complex and sensitive issues.
  • Identify, develop, and present systems that improve company management organization.
  • Commercial forecasting and competitive analyses to determine Energy sector requirements for new product developments and modifications on an annual basis and aggregating this to group level.
  • Technical support and advice on engineering specifications including tender submissions and execution plans. Bid analysis, review and loss bid reviews.
  • Providing in-house training for professional staff.

Hobbies

  • Yoga
  • Reading
  • Tennis
  • Cycling


Timeline

Team Lead of Inside Sales and Customer Support

NMI
02.2024 - Current

Project Manager

NMi Netherlands
05.2022 - 02.2024

International Technical Director

Apave International
09.2019 - 12.2021

Commercial Manager

Apave Asia Pacific
09.2012 - 09.2019

MSc - Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics

FH Aachen

BSc - Mechanical Engineering

University Ss. 'Cyril and Methodius'', Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

MSc - Economics, Business & Management

FON University
Frosina Talevska