I am a dependable, driven and enthusiastic learner with a passion for customer service, sales and marketing therefore highly driven by positive results when targets are achieved. This I achieve by accurate account planning so as to create a firm pipeline of potential clients to further increase the company’s revenue. I have great people skills, and I am a team player who realises that reaching goals and targets is imperative in attaining good performance. I have developed the habit of working under high levels of discipline, adhering to structure and set time-frames. I continuously strive to overcome the challenges I may encounter. I am a presentable, well-spoken and adaptable professional who strives to do their best by being proactive, engaging in constant communication with fellow colleagues.
Experience
Blue Mercury
Aug 2021 – Aug 2022
South Africa, Rosebank
Call Centre Agent
• Cold calling clients on VIciDial pertaining to short term insurance
• Understand all organization’s products, services, procedures and guidelines and upsell company's products and services
• Capture and update client information as necessary and quote on Apollo
• Calmly resolve and de-escalate any issues
• Display ability to use soft skills while moving the call forward
• Comply with turnaround time, productivity, and quality standards
Assistant to Team Leader:
• Track call-related information for auditing and reporting purposes
• Provide feedback reports on call issues related to downtime and/or training issues
• Assist in Monitoring all calls to ensure that due procedures are strictly adhered to
• Submit regular reports to Team Leader / Management
• Monitored sales team performance and provided constructive feedback..
• Motivated, trained, coached and mentored new sales agents for maximum performance.
Rentokil Initial South Africa
Jun 2017 – May 2019
South Africa, Gauteng-Linbro Park
Hygiene Specialist – Sales
• Evaluated workplace conformance with workplace hygiene standards and health regulations, implementing immediate strategies to resolve deficiencies.
• Eliminated dangerous behaviours potentially impacting worker safety in workplace settings through careful analysis and process optimization.
• Evaluated processes to assess and minimize personnel exposures to physical, ergonomic, chemical and biological and hygiene hazards.
• Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
• Performed on-site surveys and physical inspections of samples to detect disease and assess purity or cleanliness.
• Obtained target in contract sales as a commitment to the business per month and per annum
• Completed necessary documentation accurately and timeously adhering to the organisation's policies and service level agreements ( Reporting)
• Kept abreast of competitor activity and conditions that would affect company interests.
• Cold called and conducted face-to-face sales calls executives and directors in assigned sales territory.
• Created detailed sales presentations to communicate product features and market data.
• Improved sales by managing sales lifecycle from lead generation through contract negotiations and closings.
• Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
• Used prospecting and client development techniques to produce fresh leads and maintain solid conversion rate.
• Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
• Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies and suggesting areas for improvement.
• Supported clients with investment analysis, documentation and data modeling.
• Applied knowledge of market and full range of innovative & unique products to expand company's customer base.
BSK Marketing and Associates
Sep 2012 – Feb 2015
South AFrica, Gauteng-Northcliff
Client Service Executive
• Developed and maintained existing client relationships and developed new client relationships.
• Priced services correctly and directed development of client-customized solutions.
• Executed and devised business development strategies to attract and acquired new clients using network marketing and cold-calling.
• Identified business challenges and presented solutions to challenges.
• Scheduled sales visits in assigned territories.
• Assisted with special marketing projects by coordinating distribution of marketing mailers, contacting customers to explain new marketing campaigns.
• Provided knowledgeable service and support for all customer needs.
• Drove marketing efforts by orchestrating in-store activations and outdoor advertising campaigns.
• Directed marketing projects through conceptual planning, schedule management and final implementation.
• Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data and budget factors.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
• Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Oracle South Africa
Aug 2006 – Dec 2007
South Africa, Gauteng-Midrand
Contract Renewal Specialist
• Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Ensured software contracts are renewed within the time frames given to meet targets.
• Ensured the customer has all their products supported, has the relevant licenses and are billed correctly.
• Developed, expanded and maintained successful relationships with customers through Account Planning
• Set the price for renewal in accordance with Business Practice guidelines.
• Adhered to company processes and procedures, documentation standards and policies.
• Worked closely with the Account team and various other business units with the organization.
Sun Microsystems South Africa
Apr 2003 – Sep 2005
South Africa, Gauteng-Midrand
Service Sales Representative
Service Sales Representative | Sun Microsystems South Africa
April 2003 - September 2005
Responsibilities:
• Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
• Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
• Effectively managed, developed and promoted the benefits of Sun products and services with the assigned partners, End – Users and geographical territory
• Promptly responded to partner and customer services related requirements
• Provided service quotations timeously and efficiently within timeframes
• Achieved / exceeded set sales targets and provide sales forecasts.
• Qualified and tracked reasons behind lost business and unsuccessful bids with a view to close the business as a later stage
• Worked together with other business units and tracked all possible leads and opportunities
• Provided reports and statistics as and when required by the Regional Service Sales Manager
• Liaised with the Sales Marketing team to create demand for Sun Services in the assigned geographical regions.
I-Net Bridge (Pty) Ltd
Aug 2000 – Dec 2002
South Africa, Gauteng-Rosebank
Sales Coordinator, Account Manager, Corporate Sale
Sales Coordinator, Account Manager, Corporate Sale | I-Net Bridge (Pty) Ltd
August 2000 - December 2002
Responsibilities:
Account Manager
• Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
• Delivered engaging and polished presentations to build connections with potential customers and distinguish business from competitors.
• Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
• Kept detailed records of sales and customer information in CRM software, updating database regularly to maintain top-notch service.
• Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
• Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
• Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Researched emerging industry trends, applications and concepts to enhance products and services.
• Oversaw new business development to generate sales leads, negotiate client pricing and forecast revenue.
• Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty.
Sales Coordinator
• Provided support to the Sales Team : Administration, filing, qualify and confirm sales appointments
• Kept abreast of market changes/ trends in order to effectively resolve client queries
• Defended revenue by strictly developing and managing existing accounts and maintaining client relationships
• Up-selling and cross-selling to existing clients to improve company revenue as well as achieving set targets
Corporate Sales Executive
• Cold calling
• Built and maintained client relationships by educating clients on products and services as well as contract regulations
• Presentation at various levels, selling and delivering of I-Net’s products
• Management of sales process, continuously report on progress – weekly, monthly and quarterly.