Patrick Sara
Business Development Manager
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I'm a tech sales enthusiast with over 7 years experience in offering tech as a service with a proven track record of improving the market position of a company and maximizing opportunities for financial growth.
Experience
Business Development Manager - Adanian Labs
*Lead and conducted in depth analysis of business performance versus business goals.
*Contributed to the development of yearly business plans that work toward future growth.
*Oversaw sales, marketing, and business development goals.
*Managed and supported business risk and worked to develop and implement strategic solutions.
*Worked with a commitment to precision and a strong attention to detail.
*Always enlisted customer-service approaches.
*Guide efforts to improve technology systems in a real and cost effective way.
*Effectively managed teams of business process consultants.
*Effectively acted as a liaison between our Marketing and Sales teams.
*Collaborated with sales team members to identify growth opportunities and develop strategies to seize them.
*Worked well with colleagues to ensure optimal productivity.
*Worked to support sales teams and rise against competition.
*Worked with Customer Service and Product Development departments to enhance overall customer experience.
*Built long-term trusting relationships with clients to achieve ultimate client retention.
*Provided customers with optimal customer service and excellent assistance at all times.
*Communicated the progress of quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.
*Delegated tasks to team members.
Business Development Manager - XC 360
*Oversaw sales, marketing, and business development goals.
*Lead and conducted in depth analysis of business performance versus business goals.
*Oversaw all aspects of design and development, and offered design solutions when necessary.
*Provided optimal assistance to the General Manager and handled a variety of tasks.
*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.
*Presented sales, revenue, and expenses reports to management teams.
*Researched competition and developed strategies to stand out as a company against competitors.
*Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.
*Brought forth a track record of exceeding previous sales quotas.
*Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.
*Organized and analyzed data and marketing results.
*Analyzed past marketing initiatives and revamped the company's marketing efforts to keep readers and attract new ones.
Sales Manager - UNIMEDIA AS
*Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates.
*Worked to ensure a positive and hassle-free customer experience.
*Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays.
*Managed content strategy, on-page efforts, and social media initiatives.
*Coordinated mailings, marketing materials, and website content.
*Organized and analyzed data and marketing results.
*Evaluated client websites for mobile performance and optimal search engine rankings.
*Effectively communicated and collaborated with other marketing team members.
*Focused on increasing brand awareness and increasing site traffic.
*Empowered team synergy and a positive workflow.
*Planned and supervised online presence efforts.
*Worked with Customer Service and Product Development departments to enhance overall customer experience.
*Worked well with colleagues to ensure optimal productivity.
*Worked to support sales teams and rise against competition.
*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.
*Brought forth a service-oriented attitude dedicated to the customer experience.
*Checked prices and promotional rates for customers.
*Effectively monitored competition and appropriately adjusted costs based on supply and demand.
*Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.
Account Manager - Bigbrainz Solutions
*Worked to motivate and support all creative staff, resulting in excellent workflow and productivity.
*Worked to support the senior creative staff with day-to-day tasks.
*Worked with schools to train and implement the school management system.
*Link between technical support team and the school using the system.
*Account management and client follow up on the effective ness of the system function.
*Maintained and managed client relationships.
*Managed services solutions with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
*Facilitated and supported sales initiatives.
*Assessed the work of competitors to best understand what our brand brings to the table in our industry.
Sales Executive - Telkom Kenya
*Worked to stay up-to-date regarding products and offerings.
*Effectively worked through customer complaints or doubts.
*Provided proficient work and significant results.
*Utilized excellent listening skills.
*Cold called people using a phone directory.
*Brought forth the highest level of customer service possible.
*Promoted business growth by expanding company clientele.
*Led sales department with highest quarterly sales for two consecutive years.
*Followed instructions from superiors and took initiative when appropriate.
*Worked well in a fast-paced environment.
*Doubled client base by researching competitive advantage while targeting prospective client needs.
*Boosted territory sales by 70% within first year.
*Retained clients and extended contracts by addressing issues and concerns.
*Handled the execution of customer agreements.
Marketing Manager- Nyali Beach International
*Worked to understand client visions and find services that supported those visions.
*Brought forth a positive work-ethic and a passion for helping others.
*Worked with clients tirelessly to ensure they felt fully supported and at ease during the time before their special event.
*Worked to honor client budgets and timelines.
*Met with clients to provide an initial consultation regarding their special day.
*Brought forth excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
*Researched local vendors and their offerings.
*Showed clients various slideshows for inspiration.
*Developed and maintained strong relationships with several vendors during a span of five years.
*Checked prices and promotional rates for customers.
*Effectively monitored competition and appropriately adjusted costs based on supply and demand.
*Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.
*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.
*Led sales department with a can-do attitude and high quarterly sales.
*Led sales department with highest quarterly sales for two consecutive years.
*Trained new sales professionals and provided coaching as needed to maintain company sales success.
Education
Masters in Business Administration - Currently Pursuing - Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Completed in 2015 - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
