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Veronica Piazza

Veronica Piazza

Zurich

Summary

Dynamic Senior Business Development Manager with a proven track record at SkyCell, excelling in key account management and driving global market expansion. Adept at leveraging analytical skills and fostering collaboration, I successfully onboarded new key accounts and enhanced profitability through innovative solutions, demonstrating resilience and a customer-oriented approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Business Development Manager

SkyCell
Zurich
12.2024 - Current
  • Continue to manage big Pharma key accounts, focusing on growth.
  • Search and enter new Global Key Accounts by prospecting, attending fairs, and building relationships in the industry.
  • Collaborated with senior management to define strategy objectives and align resources accordingly.

Key achievements:

Onboarded new key accounts in the first year despite the 2 years sale cycle.

Key Account Manager

SkyCell
Zurich
12.2022 - 11.2024
  • Strategically manage high-value clients in the pharmaceutical sector, overseeing critical shipping campaigns for vaccines and medications to ensure seamless transport execution.
  • Drive business development by designing and implementing innovative solutions, significantly enhancing profitability.
  • Foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to optimize operational efficiency and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Conduct regular business and KPI reviews to ensure client alignment, satisfaction, and strategic growth.
  • Leverage expertise in demand forecasting to align resources effectively with client needs.
  • Key achievements: successfully secured the growth of multi-million key accounts, and implemented new processes to enhance cross-team cooperation.

Key Account Relationship Manager

Hupac Intermodal
Baden
05.2018 - 07.2021
  • Directed account management for one of Hupac’s largest clients ( large transport companies), delivering customized intermodal transport solutions across Europe.
  • Proactively monitored operational and sales data, driving problem resolution and stakeholder negotiations.
  • Supported the Business Unit Director in managing high-stakes tender processes to secure new business opportunities.
  • Led IT integration projects with clients and suppliers to streamline operations.
  • Fostered cross-team collaboration to enhance daily operations
  • Key achievements: Increased revenue by selling new products, became the single supplier during Covid period,

Founder & CEO

J-App
Zurich
05.2016 - 05.2018
  • Co-Founder & CEO of a Swiss-incorporated company, driving innovation with the development of the cutting-edge ViaMondo app.
  • Spearheaded Product Development: Partnered with the CTO to create a market-ready MVP, implement rigorous testing, and execute strategic marketing initiatives for the app and website.
  • Led a high-performing team of engineers and digital marketing experts to accelerate growth and achieve success.

Sales Manager

LuckaBox
Winterthur
10.2017 - 04.2018
  • Established a robust customer base from initial contact to successful contract closure at LuckaBox, an innovative start-up in the same-day logistics sector.
  • Expanded the partner network across the DACH region to enhance service delivery and market reach.
  • Led product development initiatives
  • Actively contributed to fundraising efforts, helping to define the strategic expansion plan for business growth.
  • Key Achievement: Secured the company's first clients, setting the foundation for continued sales success.

Multichannel Sales Specialist

DHL International
Regensdorf
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Directed B2B sales initiatives in Ticino and French-speaking regions, serving as the primary point of contact for potential clients and existing accounts.
  • Conducted comprehensive market analysis and delivered strategic reports to senior management to drive informed decision-making.

Project Manager

DMedia
London
02.2014 - 05.2016
  • Expanded DMedia's client base, establishing a strong global presence in Hospitality & Luxury sector as European agent for PressReader.
  • Conducted successful product demonstrations product demonstrations, securing approximately 10 contracts with a 6-month sale cycle, including a strategic global partnership with the Shangri-La group.

Education

MS - Economics - Management

Università della Svizzera Italiana
Lugano, CH
01.2013

Bachelor - languages and economics

Università Cattolica
Milan, IT
01.2010

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • HTML
  • Online CRM
  • Key account management
  • Reporting
  • Analytical Mindset
  • Customer Oriented
  • International Profile
  • Functional management
  • Team Work
  • C-Level Interaction
  • Adaptability
  • Sociability
  • Resilience
  • Trustworthy
  • Curiosity
  • Critical Thinking
  • Interculturality
  • High Autonomy
  • Problem Solving
  • Good Listener

Languages

Italian
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hungarian
Advanced (C1)
C1
German
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2
Russian
Elementary (A2)
A2

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/05/88
  • Nationality: Italian/Hungarian
  • Visa Status: C permit

Hobbies and Interests

  • Diving certification with over 300 dives
  • Cooking
  • Collecting wines

Linked In

https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-piazza/

Driving License

Yes, Swiss car driving licence

Timeline

Senior Business Development Manager

SkyCell
12.2024 - Current

Key Account Manager

SkyCell
12.2022 - 11.2024

Key Account Relationship Manager

Hupac Intermodal
05.2018 - 07.2021

Sales Manager

LuckaBox
10.2017 - 04.2018

Multichannel Sales Specialist

DHL International
12.2016 - 07.2017

Founder & CEO

J-App
05.2016 - 05.2018

Project Manager

DMedia
02.2014 - 05.2016

MS - Economics - Management

Università della Svizzera Italiana

Bachelor - languages and economics

Università Cattolica
Veronica Piazza