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Olugbenga Michael Odunlami

Morden,MB

Summary

Result-driven sales leader with over 10 years experience in telecommunication sales. Detailed-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and high degree of accuracy. A trainable and quick learner who is willing and able to ramp up to speed in learning.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder

Cross Country Manufacturing
09.2022 - Current
  • Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspect welds and check critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Prepare welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.

Business Owner

Gb Odlam Welding & Fabrication
09.2019 - 12.2021
  • Handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs, issued accurate quotes and ensured good service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers, retain existing ones, and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Business Owner (Distributorship)

Perfetti VanMelle Nigeria Ltd
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Provided suitable warehouse, procured and deployed resources/Infrastructures as detailed in the contract, and dedicated a sales force for the exclusive sale of the company's products.
  • Ensured that competitive products were not presented or sold as detailed in the contract
  • Ensured that all stock were sold at company recommended retail price and no extra discount given beyond company's recommended discount.
  • ensured that stock supplied is based on written order submitted,
  • Placed written orders for products with cash advance, clearly stating the types and number of products.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for retention and generation of new customers.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Adhered to company's instructions and advice regarding warehousing, marketing, merchandizing, and sales technique of the products

Regional Sales Manager (Recharge)

Globacom Ltd
07.2013 - 08.2016
  • Achieved regional sales targets objectives by coordinating sales team.
  • Collaborated with senior executives on performance evaluation in regional area.
  • Generated detailed sales reports and forecasts to analyze performance and progress tracking.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers in assigned sales territories.
  • Strengthened customer relationships and uncovered growth opportunities by participating in sales calls.
  • Collaborated with senior executives on performance evaluation in regional area. and develop strategies to expand revenue generation.
  • Contacted key accounts from time to time, frequently re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.

Area Sales Manager

Globacom Limited
09.2009 - 07.2013
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales targets.
  • Resolved customers unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in assigned territories.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.
  • Helped team stay focused and productive on tasks to improve sales efficiency.


Sales Executive

Globacom Limited
02.2006 - 09.2009
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads, achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention, .
  • Made valuable sales presentations to potential customers to highlight features and benefits of products.


Education

MBA - Entrepreneurship And Venture Creation

Bayero University
Kano, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ogun, Nigeria

Professional Diploma in Welding & Fabrication - Welding, Level B

Gateway Industrial & Petrol-Gas Institute
Ogun, Nigeria
12.2019

ACA - Accounting

The Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria
Nigeria
05.2014

Skills

  • Excellent verbal & written communication skill
  • Meticulous & detail-oriented
  • Problem solving
  • Outbound sales
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Resilience & adaptable
  • Sales force CRM idea
  • Ability to work independently and as a team
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Certification

  • ACA - Associate Chartered Accountants

Timeline

Welder

Cross Country Manufacturing
09.2022 - Current

Business Owner

Gb Odlam Welding & Fabrication
09.2019 - 12.2021

Business Owner (Distributorship)

Perfetti VanMelle Nigeria Ltd
09.2016 - 09.2018

Regional Sales Manager (Recharge)

Globacom Ltd
07.2013 - 08.2016

Area Sales Manager

Globacom Limited
09.2009 - 07.2013

Sales Executive

Globacom Limited
02.2006 - 09.2009

MBA - Entrepreneurship And Venture Creation

Bayero University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Olabisi Onabanjo University

Professional Diploma in Welding & Fabrication - Welding, Level B

Gateway Industrial & Petrol-Gas Institute

ACA - Accounting

The Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria
Olugbenga Michael Odunlami