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Kelechi Ohaegbula

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and a minor in Management, backed by four years of progressive experience in sales and business development roles. Demonstrated success in surpassing sales targets and cultivating new business opportunities through strategic outreach and relationship cultivation. Proficient in leveraging strong analytical abilities and exceptional communication skills to effectively engage clients and propel revenue growth. Eager to secure a challenging position as a Business Development Representative, drawing upon expertise in cold calling, client relationship management, and market research to enhance the performance of a dynamic sales team.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Representative

Genuine Comfort
06.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with leadership teams by spearheading regular meetings to discuss objectives.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and target areas for expansion.
  • Incorporated product changes into marketing messages to drive customer engagement and maximize profits.
  • Utilized social media platforms as an additional channel for networking and prospecting purposes, expanding the company''s reach within target markets.
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify potential clients and market trends, resulting in a 30% increase in qualified leads within the first year.
    • Leveraged cold calling, email campaigns, and social media outreach to generate new business opportunities and schedule discovery calls for Account Executives.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to share best practices and implement feedback for continuous improvement in sales strategies.
  • Remained up-to-date on industry news and emerging technologies to effectively position the company as a thought leader in its field.

Sale Representative

Rogers Communications
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided comprehensive training on product offerings to new team members for optimal performance in sales roles.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Managed a portfolio of accounts, including prospecting new clients and nurturing existing relationships to achieve monthly sales targets.
    • Developed and delivered persuasive sales presentations to key decision-makers, resulting in a 25% increase in monthly sales revenue.
    • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

Sales Associate

Salvation Army Thrift Store
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of marketing initiatives to promote store events and special promotions.
  • Provided personalized assistance to customers, demonstrating product knowledge and offering tailored recommendations to meet their needs, resulting in increased customer satisfaction scores.
    • Assisted in inventory management and merchandising activities to optimize sales opportunities and maintain a visually appealing store environment.
    • Actively participated in team meetings to discuss sales targets and strategies for achieving them, contributing to a positive team culture.

Marketing Intern

Canada West Assurance
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
  • Managed campaigns for various clients that consistently exceeded sales goals.
  • Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
  • Contributed to the creation of compelling content for company blog, newsletter, and website.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing marketing campaigns across various channels, including social media, email, and print.
    • Conducted market research and analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities for campaign optimization, resulting in improved campaign performance.
    • Provided support in creating marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and digital content, to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
06.2023

Skills

  • Account Reconciliation
  • Processing payments
  • Client acquisition
  • Account Management
  • Account Servicing
  • Sales strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Sales Strategy Development

Client Relationship Management
Market Research and Analysis
Cold Calling and Prospecting
Account Management
Presentation and Negotiation Skills
CRM Systems (eg, Salesforce)
Data Analysis and Reporting
Team Collaboration and Communication
Time Management and Prioritization

  • Business Relationship Management
  • Market Research

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Business Development Representative

Genuine Comfort
06.2022 - Current

Sale Representative

Rogers Communications
09.2021 - 05.2022

Sales Associate

Salvation Army Thrift Store
01.2020 - 08.2021

Marketing Intern

Canada West Assurance
05.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Manitoba

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