Ridwan Yussuf

I am a results-driven sales professional with a background in Industrial and Systems Engineering, combining my technical knowledge with real-world sales experience. My door-to-door sales work in the construction industry taught me how to connect with clients directly, understand their needs on the spot, and deliver solutions that work. This experience honed my skills in building trust, handling objections, and managing client relationships effectively.

With strong analytical skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction, I focus on simplifying complex information to help clients make informed decisions. I’m excited to bring my hands-on sales experience, communication skills, and dedication to client success to a new role in a dynamic sales environment.

Sales specialist- Complete Construction Llc St. Paul, Minnesota

Sales Specialist and Market Analyst April 2023- July 2023

• Analyzed historical hailstorm data using Hail Recon app to pinpoint potential opportunities, resulting in a 20% increase in project leads.
• Developed a targeted client call list, leading to a 15% rise in customer engagement and a 10% boost in project inquiries.
• Collaborated with teams to customize project plans, ensuring timely project completion for 15+ clients, all within budget.
• Successfully negotiated with insurance companies, achieving cost savings of 10% on construction projects.
• Efficiently managed construction resources by optimizing material orders, reducing lead times by 15%.

Accenture Minneapolis, MN

Supply Chain Analyst June2024- Aug 2024

• Developed and led the creation of the onboarding presentation for new members, facilitating a seamless integration process.
• Analyzed client performance across various KPIs, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
• Conducted data analysis to uncover patterns and address key operational challenges within the company

3M St Paul, MN

Supply Chain Analyst Jan 2020- Aug 2020

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve inventory management, reducing carrying costs by 10%.
• Contributed to the design and testing of a GPS speed monitoring feature, enhancing project functionality.
• Tested the new GPS feature and how it affects the supply chain of 3M’s Transportation.
• Gained experience in applying engineering methodologies, and strengthening problem-solving capabilities for supply chain operations.

Advantage Center St Paul, MN

Youth Tutor Sep 2019 - Jan 2022

• Tutored a total of 30 kids on mathematics and science concepts
• Helped 5+ students create a study schedule that resulted in improved test scores by an average of 15% and raising the average class score by 20%

Education

University of Minnesota Minneapolis, Minnesota

Bachelor and Masters in Industrial and System Engineering Expected Graduation Date: May 2025