- Gym Workouts
- Martial Arts (ie Boxing, Muay Thai, Karate)
- Singing/Songwriting/Music Production
- Entrepreneurship
- Video Gaming & Development
- Writing (ie Poetry, Plays, D&D campaigns)
SAAJID BHUIYA
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING STRATEGIST
Mississauga
Summary
Business development professional with strong track record in identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships. Adept at driving revenue and market expansion through innovative solutions and data-driven strategies. Valued for collaborative approach, adaptability, and consistent achievement of results. Skilled in negotiation, market analysis, and leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Development Lead
SKAN
05.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded feature development and rollout campaigns, driving a 250% increase in user adoption and contributing to a 55% increase in incremental revenue.
- Secured high-margin contracts through strategic negotiations and maintenance of strong client relationships.
- Conducted competitive intelligence analysis, identifying market gaps that informed product enhancements and strengthened market positioning.
- Leveraged CRM tools for efficient tracking of contacts, communications, proposals, negotiations and project implementations, improving tracking efficiency and shortening sales cycles
- Generated 25 qualified leads per quarter through targeted networking at industry events, directly contributing to $15K in new business opportunities.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing targeted marketing campaigns, resulting in a 130% increase in engagement and 15% growth in lead conversions.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop visually appealing marketing materials for print and digital channels.
- Utilized data-driven insights to inform content creation efforts, leading to better-targeted messaging that resonated with target audiences.
Sales Support Intern
Leni Co.
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed customized presentations and facilitated AI-driven product demos, contributing to a 10% increase in conversions and enhanced brand visibility
- Implemented an efficient proposal submission system and standardized proposal templates, accelerating client response time and reducing time to close by 15%
- Provided administrative support for the sales team, managing schedules, preparing reports, and tracking expenses.
- Optimized sales and marketing databases with automated recall systems, eliminating 5-6 hours of repetitive tasks per week for streamlined operations
- Spearheaded in-depth competitor analysis initiatives, equipping sales teams with data-driven insights and objection-handling strategies, boosting client retention by 10% and pipeline progression by 25%
Billing Operations Specialist
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Optimized record retrieval and database management, implementing measures to minimize data loss and enhance department efficiency
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date databases by conducting thorough reviews, running validation queries, and executing regular data backups
- Exceeded performance quotas by 200% through expert 10-key proficiency and UI optimizations, ensuring precision and organization
- Led department-wide training initiatives for new hires, developing detailed practice modules that increased team efficiency by 40% and streamlined onboarding
Co-Founder, Member Development
180 Degrees Consulting
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Revitalized underperforming, stagnant operations through strategic administrative overhauls, streamlining processes and laying the foundation for a 300% increase in historical engagement/membership.
- Spearheaded initiative development, aligning programs with student demand to boost participation & promote nonprofit consulting
- Forged partnerships with 10+ social impact organizations, designing experiential learning programs that exposed 100+ students to nonprofit careers and secured $2500 in funding/sponsorships.
- Pioneered the largest case competition in branch history (80+ participants), increasing visibility by 20% and attracting notable sponsors.
- Led end-to-end talent acquisition, recruiting and onboarding a high-performing, diverse team of 52 members that drove a 50% growth in initiative execution.
VP, Member Development
Business Law Association
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of events and development initiatives, resulting in increased efficiency and expansion of skill incubation capabilities.
- Devised, planned and implemented range of enrichment opportunities (e.g. specialized case competitions, mentorship programs, etc.) to promote values and development.
- Analyzed external club activities and market opportunities to develop relevant, unique marketing materials and promotional campaigns, increasing team enrollments by 30% and creating cross-club synergies.
- Strengthened ties between alumni networks by fostering connections through networking events or mentorship opportunities.
VP, Corporate Relations
Insider Media Group
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Evaluated effectiveness of funding opportunities for alignment with organizational goals and priorities, maximizing lead conversion.
- Secured funding and event participation from corporate entities across numerous industries through high-level negotiations, expanding event reach by 20% and boosting attendee engagement by 30%.
- Served as primary point person responsible for communicating updates pertaining matters related directly towards overall progress being made within specific context ensuring that each respective project remained on track to meet established deadlines.
- Prepared detailed financial reports for funders, demonstrating the impact of their investments on project outcomes.
- Led cross-functional magazine initiative, collaborating with corporate liaisons to streamline content production, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality issues that reflected brand standards
Centre Teaching Assistant
Kumon North America Inc.
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Fostered a positive educational environment and strong relationships with parents/guardians, resulting in increased sales of dual-subject bundles and higher annual enrollment renewals
- Leveraged insights from tutorials and mentorship sessions to enhance program effectiveness and tailor the learning environment, accelerating student progress by 4-6 months ahead of their initial schedule
- Ensured accurate and up-to-date record-keeping for school and student files, including attendance, test results, daily assignments, and personalized progress plans, to support informed decision-making
- Led evaluations and initiatives to refine franchise practices, driving continuous improvement and boosting enrollment retention, which contributed to a 15% reduction in de-enrollment in 2020
Education
Honours Bachelor of Business Administration -
Schulich School of Business - York University
Toronto, OntarioIB Diploma/OSSD - undefined
Erindale Secondary School
Mississauga, OntarioSkills
- Customer Relationship Management (ie Pipedrive, Instantlyai)
- Social Media Analytics & Management (ie Hubspot, Hootsuite)
- Production & Design Software (ie Adobe Suite, Canva, FL)
- Project Management (ie Notion, Figma, Slack)
- Video & Content Creation (shooting framing, editing)
- Search Engine Optimization
- Copywriting & Ghostwriting
- Competitive/Market Analysis
- Financial Analysis (DCF evaluation)
- Personnel Training
Additional Information
French, Bengali, CRM, Social Media Analytics, Production & Design Software, Project Management, HTML, Business Law Association, 180 Degrees Consulting, Startup Building (e.g. Empathy Cosmetics, Skan), MMA, Singing/Songwriting, Fitness, Food Criticism, Entrepreneurship, Video Games, D&D
Interests
Timeline
Sales Support Intern
Leni Co.
03.2024 - 09.2024
Business Development Lead
SKAN
05.2023 - Current
Co-Founder, Member Development
180 Degrees Consulting
02.2023 - 04.2025
Billing Operations Specialist
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
05.2022 - 10.2023
VP, Member Development
Business Law Association
03.2022 - 04.2025
VP, Corporate Relations
Insider Media Group
03.2022 - 03.2024
Centre Teaching Assistant
Kumon North America Inc.
03.2018 - 05.2022
IB Diploma/OSSD - undefined
Erindale Secondary School
Honours Bachelor of Business Administration -
Schulich School of Business - York University
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