Melissa Barba

Senior Manager, Sales Operations

Dallas, Texas, United States

Professional Overview
Melissa Barba is an experienced Senior Manager of Sales Operations at Sabre Corporation, a leading global technology provider for the travel industry. With a strong background in sales operations, data analysis, and strategic planning, Melissa leverages her expertise to drive operational excellence and support the company's sales initiatives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Senior Manager of Sales Operations at Sabre Corporation, Melissa is responsible for overseeing the company's sales operations processes, including data management, reporting, and forecasting. She collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the sales organization. Melissa's leadership has contributed to the optimization of sales performance metrics, resulting in a 15% increase in sales productivity over the past two years.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Melissa held various sales and operations positions within the travel and hospitality industry, gaining valuable experience in customer service, account management, and data analytics. Her ability to translate complex data into actionable insights has been instrumental in her career progression, enabling her to drive strategic decision-making and support the company's growth initiatives.

Academic Background
Melissa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Dallas, where she graduated cum laude. Her studies included a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Data Analytics, equipping her with a strong foundation in business acumen and data-driven decision-making.

Areas of Expertise

• Sales operations management

• Data analysis and reporting

• Process optimization and automation

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Strategic planning and implementation

• Customer relationship management

• Travel and hospitality industry knowledge

Professional Impact
Throughout her tenure at Sabre Corporation, Melissa has been recognized for her strategic contributions and ability to drive operational excellence. She spearheaded the implementation of a new sales reporting system, which enhanced data visibility and enabled more informed decision-making, leading to a 20% improvement in sales forecasting accuracy. Melissa's leadership in streamlining sales processes has also resulted in a 12% reduction in administrative overhead, allowing the sales team to focus more on revenue-generating activities.

Conclusion
With her proven track record of driving operational improvements and supporting sales success, Melissa Barba is a valuable asset to the Sabre Corporation team. Her depth of industry knowledge, data analysis expertise, and talent for cross-functional collaboration position her as a strategic partner in the company's ongoing growth and transformation.