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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Business Achievements•Increased the number of retail and wholesale dealers from 9 to 30 within 5 months•Increased sales by 5-10% through the addition of new sales channelsJob Responsibilities•Developed the customer base in Dubai and Northern Emirates.•Managed Skyworth, Arzum, and Vestel products in the UAE and export markets.•Managed the entire sales process, from contract creation to closing.•Prepared marketing materials and brochures.•Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits.•Developed trusted advisor relationships with key accounts, customer stakeholders, and executive sponsors.•Ensured the timely and successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs and objectives.•Clearly communicated the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.•Forecasted and tracked key account metrics, such as quarterly sales results and annual forecasts.•Utilized online platforms to increase sales by 5-10%.•Developed wholesale customers to increase sales opportunities.

United Arab Emirates

Business Achievements•Increased the sales volume of Hoover and Electrolux brand products in the export market from 50,000 to 450,000 within 7 months.•Expanded the wholesale customer base in the MDA (Major Domestic Appliances) and SDA (Small Domestic Appliances) sectors.Job Responsibilities•Conducted product forecasting on a seasonal basis.•Managed Hoover, Electrolux, TCL, Maytag, and Bertazzoni products in the UAE and export markets•Set up promotions for various outlets.•Managed stock transfers from the main warehouse to different stores (e.g., Lulu stores).•Increased the sales volume of major domestic appliances products in the wholesale sector.•Expanded the customer base in the export market.•Identified, qualified, and secured business opportunities.•Coordinated business generation activities.•Track and maintain in-store inventory•Conduct price and feature comparisons to facilitate purchasing•Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock•Developed customized, targeted sales strategies.

Uae

Business Achievements•Achieved the half-yearly sales target goals for 2015 and won a trip to KARCHER’s Headquarters and factory in Germany.•Increased the number of dealerships in Dubai from 10 to 45 within 18 months through personal marketing efforts.•Planned and executed the marketing strategy for the introduction phase of the K2 Series Pressure Washers in 2015-16.•Received the 2014 Award for customer retention and public relations activitiesJob Responsibilities•Identified potential customers through cold calling, regular market visits, trade shows, and referrals. Developed new channels including e-commerce, car washing centers, and cleaning companies.•Managed Karcher Vacuum Cleaner products for both commercial and domestic markets in the UAE and export markets•Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.•Conducted market research to understand industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.•Provided sales training to both in-house and external sales teams on existing products and new product lineups•Participated in trade shows and promotional events to enhance brand visibility and generate leads •Introduced and aggressively marketed newly released products to prospective clients using various sales incentives.•Managed B2B and B2C business across various channels including Lulu, K M Trading, Madina Group, and Nesto etc.•Negotiated pricing, terms, and conditions with customers, successfully closing sales deals.•Monitor stock movement and consider competition offers, promotions, price changes, Etc.•Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock•Prepared and submitted regular sales reports to management,Invoice Generation,Payments follow up with customers,tracking performance against targets.•Provided after-sales support, addressing customer issues and ensuring satisfaction

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General, 57

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business Administration And Management, General