Paul De Graaf
About Paul De Graaf
Paul De Graaf is a Sr. Complex Bid Manager at TELUS in the Edmonton, Canada Area, with over 18 years of experience at the company in various roles.
Current Position at TELUS
Paul De Graaf currently serves as Sr. Complex Bid Manager at TELUS, located in Edmonton, Canada Area. In this role, he is responsible for managing the development of complex integrated bids. His responsibilities include ensuring alignment with TELUS' strategy and profitability goals. Paul’s expertise in leadership, communication, and negotiation skills significantly contributes to achieving corporate objectives.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Paul De Graaf has over 18 years of experience at TELUS, holding various roles. He served as Sr. Channel Engagement Manager from 2007 to 2013, Product Manager from 2005 to 2007, and Consumer & Small Business Sales / Product & Strategic Analyst from 1995 to 1999. Throughout his tenure, Paul has developed a comprehensive understanding of sales and business processes and has supported the company's strategic initiatives effectively.
Experience at Bell
Before taking on multiple positions at TELUS, Paul De Graaf worked at Bell as Manager of Bid Development, from 1999 to 2005 in Calgary, Canada Area. In this position, he honed his skills in managing bid development and gained valuable experience that he later brought to his roles at TELUS.
Educational Background
Paul De Graaf achieved a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a focus on Marketing from the University of Alberta, from 1992 to 1995. Prior to that, he earned a Diploma in Business from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, from 1989 to 1991. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his career in business management and strategic planning.
Skills and Expertise
Paul De Graaf possesses extensive experience in planning, coordinating, and monitoring multiple functions simultaneously within cross-functional teams. He has a solid comprehension of sales and business processes, strengthened by industry and competitive knowledge. His strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills enable him to effectively contribute to achieving corporate goals and objectives.