DJORDJE ZIKIC

Huntington Beach, US ***** 917-***-**** ad337z@r.postjobfree.com

Highly motivated and results-driven manager with over 10 years of experience in achieving revenue growth and leading high-performing sales teams. The ability to multitask has consistently fueled the pursuit of setting new goals. A multicultural background has played a significant role in expanding both professional and personal horizons, ensuring an ongoing path of continuous growth. Chief Executive Officer, 10/2020 - Current

NDS Global – Huntington Beach, CA

Implementing and successfully executing strategies, reaching goals of desired workflow from the ground up.

Multiplying revenue each year (300% growth) by taking calculated risks and strategically reinvesting profits.

Motivating those in collaboration with company to consistently improve performance through incentive plans and providing support to achieve them.

Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service. Developed marketing strategies to increase company portfolio and its presence within the market. Operations Manager, 08/2016 - 09/2020

VZ UNITED – Chicago, IL

Implemented optimized procedures for higher efficiency and helped company evolve and grow. Implemented business strategies, effectively targeting new markets causing 30% in increasing revenue. Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.

Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to ownership. Negotiated contracts with brokers and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms as well as decreasing expenses and increasing profit by 20%.

Using exceptional interpersonal skills to build strong connections and rapport with clients. Recruited, hired, and trained personnel and establishing key internal functions. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

WORK HISTORY

Handled challenging customers and clients to assist dispatch team and maintain excellent customer service.

Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices. Key Account Manager, 12/2014 - 01/2016

Telenor – Belgrade

Maintaining and growing portfolio of small and medium size business consumers. Responsible for consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities for mobile solutions, landline, tracking and data/internet. Improved account management by proactively monitoring potential competitive threats and outlining solutions.

Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions. Responsible for first business landline and office internet service contract. Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities. BBA: International Business, 08/2010

Novi Sad School of Business - Novi Sad, Serbia

Novi Sad School of Business Scholarship Recipient

Bachelor of Arts: International Business, 05/2007

East Central University - Ada, OK

Dean's List Spring Semester, 2007.

East Central University Scholarship Recipient

Basketball Team Member

High School Diploma: 05/2004

Technical High School - Sabac, Serbia

Basketball Team Member

Relevant Coursework: Practical work in preparation of graphic production Business Launch and Development

Marketing

Exceptional Communication Skills

Motivational Leadership

Recruiting and Training

Superb Sales Strategist

English

Native or Bilingual

Serbian/Croatian

Native or Bilingual

Hungarian

Elementary

Spanish

Elementary

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