Freelance services
operational and strategic commercial services
My name is Kim Scholten, trilingual in Dutch, English and French. I have a Master’s degree in international business and 7 years’ experience as a sales manager in France and abroad. I offer operational and strategic sales services on a freelance basis.
Although I’m also available for occasional travel (trade shows, meetings), my activity is essentially focused on sedentary assignments.
Based in the south of Gironde, in France, I am able to work both on site and remotely. Entrust me with the management of your administrative tasks or outsource your sales missions to benefit from a professional, responsive and efficient solution.
My skills
Your Projects, Safely Managed
Business
Customer relations, prospecting, negotiation, key account management, closing, market research, risk analysis, business plan writing, marketing plan and short, medium and long-term sales strategy.
Export
Market research, export strategy, customs barrier analysis, distributor search, customs clearance, Incoterms, intercultural adaptation, trade show organization and participation, logistics management, prospecting insurance file management, etc.
Administrative tasks
Drafting of quotations, order acknowledgements, organization of logistics, follow-up of files, reminders, follow-up of invoicing and management of unpaid invoices, data entry, creation of documents, human resources management.
SEO and IT
WordPress website design, programming languages (HTML, CSS), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
SEO (Search Engine Optimization): Improving the positioning of websites on search engines. To find out more, click here.
Languages
Of Dutch origin, I am perfectly trilingual in Dutch, French and English.
German, Spanish, and Portuguese were short-lived adventures, but they deepened my appreciation for the art of communication.
Soft Skills
Active listening, negotiation, organization, autonomy, initiative, analysis and diagnosis, flexibility, continuous learning, empathy, resilience, customer focus
let's team up !
- I mainly offer my services on a quotation basis, as this depends on several criteria such as the nature of the tasks, the number of hours required, as well as the complexity and specificity of the needs. In order to better understand your expectations and provide you with a precise estimate, I invite you to make an initial appointment, either on site or by videoconference, to discuss the matter together.
Strategic business (National & International)
In-depth market research (SWOT, PESTEL analysis), Definition and implementation of an international prospecting strategy, Identification of market opportunities, Analysis of sectoral trends and regulatory developments, Creation of business plans and financial projections, Management of relations with investors and partners, Search for and management of local distributors and sales agents, Management of international financial risks (currency hedging, documentary credit), Adaptation of offers to the cultural and regulatory specificities of target markets, Development of local implementation strategies, Competitive benchmarking and strategic intelligence, Development of a multilingual SEO strategy, Analysis of export subsidies, Preparation of management charts and reporting, etc.
Operational business :
Identifying and targeting prospects, Creating and updating a customer database, Making telephone and physical appointments, Presenting products and services, Drawing up quotations and following up sales proposals, Creating and managing email campaigns, Organizing and participating in trade shows, Setting up strategic partnerships, Managing incoming requests, Finding and managing distributors, Post-sale customer engagement (including onboarding, satisfaction surveys, feedback analysis), etc.
Administrative tasks :
Order management and tracking, delivery organization and deadline monitoring, handling logistics disputes and product returns, invoicing and payment tracking, sales KPI analysis and performance reporting, creation and management of a WordPress website, social media management (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook), customer review management on online platforms (Google, Trustpilot, social media), management of customs and logistics formalities, optimization of shipping costs and delivery times, mastery and application of Incoterms, translation and adaptation of marketing and sales content.
ABOUT
My journey
Of Dutch origin and trilingual in French, Dutch and English, I navigate easily in multicultural and international environments. After graduating from the A-Level Assistant Manager program with the third-highest average in the South West area of France, I went on to earn a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in International Business, graduating top of my class in each diploma. I won the export grand prize of the Chamber of commerce members, carrying out a field mission in Kenya and Tanzania.
To finance my studies, I worked as a receptionist and entertainer in campsites, developing my communication and organization skills. With a passion for IT, I acquired expertise in website and blog design (WordPress, HTML, CSS) and founded a search engine optimization company to increase my customers’ online visibility. To find out more, click here.
I have also worked as a sales representative and sales manager in France and abroad for industrial companies in the southern Gironde region, developing solid expertise in sales management and international development strategy. Today, as a freelance, I put my skills at your service for administrative and commercial missions, helping you to achieve your objectives with efficiency and professionalism.
Let's have a coffee together, or chat on video!
I’d love to talk with you about your goals and how I can help you achieve them. Whether you have specific questions or just want to explore your options, let’s take the time to talk and find the best way to work together.
phone
+33 (0)6.75.61.12.39
contact@kim-freelance.com
Address
Salles, Gironde (France)
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Contact
Phone
+33 (0)6.75.61.12.39
Address
Salles, Gironde (France)
contact@kim-freelance.com