An experienced and proficient Sales professional having a progressive experience of around 7 years in Sales Operations, Sales Planning Business Development, Sales Analysis, Sales Automation, Distribution Management, Trade Marketing, Shopper Insights, Merchandising Management and Retail Audit.
Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets
Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing
Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings
Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events
Developing quotes and proposals
Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person
Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met
Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills
Responsible for ensuring visibility of Kitchen & Food division which includes 9 Categories
Heading team of 22+ Merchandisers, 2 Supervisors, 6 BAs across South Zone
Planning and execution of POSM on 9 categories across South Zone
Designed and deployed Planograms on major 6 categories across Pakistan and defined hurdle rate for QC
Designed and deployed SOS benchmark on major 6 categories across Pakistan
Provide technical training wrt Technology, Ongoing merchandising etc. to team and ensure they are properly equipped
Managing Vendor wtr making of paper POSM, FSUs and other fixtures
Managing Display drive budget and executions to achieve defined business objectives on Top Contributing Outlets
Consulting clients about project requirements and objectives
Designing research methods such as interviews and questionnaires
Carrying out qualitative or quantitative research
Agreeing timescales and budgets
Supervising staff
Monitoring work progress
Writing reports, including client recommendations
Works to maximise sales and meet quotas in the short and long term
Maintains excellent relationships with all clients in the executive's portfolio
Travels to see clients, attend tradeshows, or participate in industry events or trainings
Meets clients outside of normal business hours when necessary