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Education
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Hans Velez

Hans Velez

Sales And Engineering Lead
Rionegro,ANT

Summary

Proven leader in strategic sales and engineering with a track record of driving 400% revenue growth in LatAm. Excelled in team management and business development across LatAm, leveraging negotiation expertise and relationship building to exceed sales targets. Formerly led transformative projects at different companies, showcasing unparalleled product knowledge, client engagement and business focused thinking.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Staff Customer Solution Engineering

Plume Design
Remote
06.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for business growth strategy in LatAm market for Plume.
  • Success story of 400% revenue increase in LatAm region.
  • Business case development for different geographies.
  • Development of sales channels for multiple geographies.
  • Handling complex situations in challenging business environments.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment

Sales Engineering Lead

Cisco Systems, Inc.
07.2016 - 06.2021
  • Lead sales engineering team for Cisco MCO region with Cisco Meraki portfolio.
  • Responsible for product portfolio strategy for all accounts in MCO region.
  • Responsible for assembling region's account management team.
  • Lead design of largest deployment in Cisco Meraki's history
  • Successful case of over 230% quota achievement.
  • Established clear performance metrics to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous growth in team's capabilities.
  • Ensured timely resolution of technical issues by coordinating effectively with internal departments and external vendors.
  • Spearheaded innovative engineering initiatives that resulted in patents, publications, or recognition within industry community.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, expediting onboarding process and boosting overall team performance.
  • Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
  • Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects using potential ROI and risk management.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.

Sales Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.
03.2013 - 07.2016

Responsible for technical development of business in Latin America region.

  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets through effective client presentations and product demonstrations.
  • Delivered technical sales presentations to prospects and presented benefits and value of products.
  • Gained customer acceptance by demonstrating cost reductions and operations improvements.
  • Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales consultations, addressing concerns, and offering solutions tailored to their needs.
  • Navigated complex negotiations with tact and professionalism, closing deals that maximized profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Established long-term relationships with key clients for repeat business and referrals, cultivating strong network within industry
  • Analyzed market trends, competitor performance and product strengths.
  • Developed and implemented pursuit plans for opportunities within assigned key accounts.
  • Designed and delivered product training for clients.
  • Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
  • Identified and supported resale opportunities to achieve sales plans.
  • Provided sales forecasts for product sales opportunities within assigned accounts.
  • Suggested ideas for product evolution and new product variants.

Consulting Sales Engineer

Telefonica Movistar
Medellin, ANT
02.2010 - 03.2013
  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets through effective client presentations and product demonstrations.
  • Delivered technical sales presentations to prospects and presented benefits and value of products.
  • Gained customer acceptance by demonstrating cost reductions and operations improvements.
  • Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales consultations, addressing concerns, and offering solutions tailored to their needs.
  • Developed customized proposals that demonstrated clear understanding of client requirements and offered compelling solutions to meet their unique needs.
  • Navigated complex negotiations with tact and professionalism, closing deals that maximized profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Established long-term relationships with key clients for repeat business and referrals, cultivating strong network within industry.
  • Captured opportunities for additional sales during project implementation and rollout with existing accounts.
  • Analyzed market trends, competitor performance and product strengths.
  • Designed and delivered product training for clients.
  • Developed and implemented pursuit plans for opportunities within assigned key accounts.
  • Optimized sales pipeline management by regularly reviewing progress against goals and adjusting strategies as needed to stay on track towards annual objectives.
  • Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
  • Identified sales opportunities by assessing environment and devising and implementing winning strategy.
  • Suggested ideas for product evolution and new product variants.
  • Provided input for overall bookings forecasts for assigned accounts.
  • Submitted booking forecasts, monthly highlights and CRM entries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Networking And Telecommunications

Universidad Santo Tomas, Bogota, Colombia

Skills

Additional Information

US valid visa B1/B2

Timeline

Staff Customer Solution Engineering - Plume Design
06.2021 - Current
Sales Engineering Lead - Cisco Systems, Inc.
07.2016 - 06.2021
Sales Engineer - Cisco Systems, Inc.
03.2013 - 07.2016
Consulting Sales Engineer - Telefonica Movistar
02.2010 - 03.2013
Universidad Santo Tomas - Bachelor of Science, Computer Networking And Telecommunications
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