About
Highly creative and self-motivated Sales and Marketing professional with over a decade of experience in business management, customer relations, and strategic market development. Proven ability to drive significant sales growth, optimize operational efficiency, and build strong brand presence across diverse industries. Adept at leading high-performing teams, fostering key client relationships, and implementing data-driven strategies to achieve ambitious business objectives and enhance market share.
Work
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Managed comprehensive interior design projects from conceptualization to completion, overseeing client objectives, budgeting, material sourcing, and team performance to ensure high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
Highlights
Directed end-to-end interior design projects, from outlining client objectives and conceptualizing designs to managing budgets and timelines, ensuring successful completion and client satisfaction.
Coordinated and managed project budgeting, determining costs and requirements to maintain financial viability and resource allocation for multiple design initiatives.
Led and developed a high-performing team by training new employees and coaching existing staff, fostering a collaborative environment that improved overall team productivity and skill sets.
Implemented robust performance monitoring and evaluation systems, translating corporate goals into functional objectives and initiating actions to strengthen results and control expenses.
Streamlined operational processes by overseeing material sourcing, product selection, and design application, enhancing efficiency and ensuring alignment with client visions and project specifications.
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Directed showroom operations and staff, maximizing sales opportunities, maintaining brand image, and ensuring exceptional customer service while managing stock and implementing marketing initiatives.
Highlights
Maximized sales opportunities with retail clients, trade professionals, designers, and the local market, consistently achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth for the showroom.
Developed and expanded the customer account base through targeted local marketing initiatives and strategic social media campaigns, increasing market reach and client engagement.
Optimized inventory management by reassessing stock weekly, minimizing distribution costs, and ensuring timely fulfillment of customer orders, enhancing operational efficiency.
Produced comprehensive weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, objectives, and forecasts, leveraging data to analyze trends and inform strategic planning for senior management.
Managed showroom staff and operations, ensuring the highest standards of customer service and brand image were consistently upheld, contributing to positive client experiences.
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Developed and implemented marketing strategies that significantly increased the company's market share and promoted coaching-related programs to schools.
Highlights
Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies that led to a significant increase in the company’s market share.
Delivered compelling presentations on Totosports Ltd coaching programs to numerous schools, successfully expanding client acquisition and program adoption.
Contributed to overall business development by actively participating in sales and marketing initiatives aimed at broadening the company's reach and impact.
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Promoted diverse client products and led a team of marketers, driving new product adoption and enhancing market presence.
Highlights
Led and mentored a team of new marketers, enhancing their skills and capabilities in product promotion and client engagement.
Successfully promoted a diverse portfolio of new products to the market, contributing to increased brand visibility and sales for various clients.
Collaborated with clients to understand product unique selling points and developed effective marketing approaches to reach target audiences.
Thika, Central, Kenya
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Summary
Provided exceptional customer service, assisted clients in merchandise selection, and efficiently processed various payment types.
Highlights
Provided personalized customer service by identifying client needs and recommending suitable merchandise, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction.
Effectively described product features and benefits, demonstrating optimal use and operation to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.
Managed and processed cash, check, and credit card payments accurately, ensuring smooth and efficient sales transactions.
Thika, Central, Kenya
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Summary
Provided comprehensive administrative support, managed office documentation, and streamlined information flow to enhance organizational efficiency.
Highlights
Prepared, proofread, and managed a high volume of correspondence, invoices, presentations, and reports, ensuring accuracy and professional standards.
Streamlined office procedures and managed information flow internally and externally, improving communication and operational efficiency.
Established and maintained organized manual and automated information filing systems, enhancing document retrieval and record-keeping accuracy.
Coordinated and distributed incoming mail and managed office supply orders, ensuring smooth daily operations and resource availability.
KATE AVILIA NGAYUA
Results-Driven Sales & Marketing Manager | Business Management & Customer Relations Specialist
00100, Nairobi, KE.Education
Skills
Business Management
Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Budgeting, Expense Control, Performance Monitoring, Goal Setting.
Sales & Marketing
Sales Strategy, Market Research, Client Acquisition, Account Management, Brand Standards, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sales Forecasting, Multichannel Marketing, Cold Calling.
Customer Relations
Customer Service, Relationship Building, Client Satisfaction, Complaint Resolution, Stakeholder Engagement.
Project Management
Project Planning, Timeline Management, Resource Allocation, Project Delivery.
Team Leadership & Development
Team Management, Training & Development, Coaching, Performance Evaluation, Problem Resolution, Decision Making.
Operational Efficiency
Stock Management, Inventory Control, Internal Audit, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Reporting.
Technical Proficiency
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), POS Systems, ETR, PDQ.
Communication
Interpersonal Communication, Networking, Presentation Skills, Written Communication.
References
Edwin Nandwa
Director, Totosports Ltd, +254 713 185472, P.O Box 52160 00100 Nairobi, edwin.totosports@gmail.com
Eunice Maina
Human Resource Manager, Lulu Interiors, +254 714 400229, info@luluinteriors.co.ke