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Ali Ahmed

Reservoir

Summary

Accomplished Sales Manager offering 14 years of experience developing and maximizing engineering sales projects. Diligent in building and retaining accounts by providing support and attentive service. Expertise in marketing strategies and product promotion to achieve market penetration. Successful record of expanding network connections through persuasive brand imaging.

Sales engineering professional with deep understanding of technical sales processes and product solutions. Adept at seamlessly integrating client requirements with technical capabilities. Known for collaborative team efforts and consistently achieving targets, showcasing adaptability and reliability. Proficient in technical analysis and customer relationship management.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager - Products ANZ

Interroll
01.2024 - Current


  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups. Negotiated contracts agreements and price lists with clients. Responsible for developing distribution network.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies, +35% in first year.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Understood and explained product features, technical specifications, and benefits to customers. Analysed market trends and competitors to identify opportunities for growth.

Solutions Sales Manager

Interroll
01.2017 - Current
  • Prepared and developed technical presentations to explain company's products and engineered solutions to clients.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers, especially global and local systems integrators. Focus on enabling local integrators by taking extra responsibility during pre-sales consultative/ technical/ application engineering phase.
  • Increased solution sales by identifying customer pain points and presenting tailored offerings. Developed new business, specially in the local integrator market and enabled them to expand their scope of supply.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration initiatives between various departments, ensuring seamless execution of complex projects for clients.
  • Worked closely with the service department to support installation activities, and proactively added 3rd party automation equipment to increase scope of supply.

Account Manager

Interroll
07.2013 - 01.2017
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
  • Actively participated in networking events within the industry, expanding professional connections and generating leads.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.

Internal Technical Sales

Interroll
10.2011 - 07.2013
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective inside sales strategies.
  • Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
  • Streamlined internal processes to optimize efficiency, leading to a reduction in operational costs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, consistently maintaining high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
  • Mentored junior team members, resulting in higher productivity and greater team collaboration.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Product Development)

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
03-2009

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Consultative solution selling
  • People management
  • Technical product knowledge
  • Client relationship management
  • Sales strategy development
  • Analytical problem solver
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • SAP & CRM

Accomplishments

  • SAP Key Global User and Trainer, with expertise in global deployment.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive global pricing strategy, enhancing communication across international offices.
  • Established and managed a robust distribution network to optimize supply chain efficiency.
  • Completed intensive electrical engineering training in Baal, Germany, contributing to the innovation of the Belt Drive Matchmaker tool.
  • Led the acquisition of expertise in DC platform products in Wermerskirchen, Germany, and conducted training for Australian colleagues, fostering knowledge transfer.
  • Spearheaded the adoption of specialized hygienic conveyors in Baal, Germany, successfully launching them in Australia while training local teams.
  • Selected as one of 25 global Brand Ambassadors, recognized for exceptional leadership and representation.
  • Ranked first among 200 senior managers in Supply Chain Process Innovation training at the Fraunhofer Institute, Germany.
  • Pursuing an online MBA to further augment business acumen and leadership skills.
  • Proficient CRM user, responsible for generating reports and maintaining system integrity.

Timeline

Sales Manager - Products ANZ

Interroll
01.2024 - Current

Solutions Sales Manager

Interroll
01.2017 - Current

Account Manager

Interroll
07.2013 - 01.2017

Internal Technical Sales

Interroll
10.2011 - 07.2013

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Product Development)

Deakin University
Ali Ahmed