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Rashmi Perera

Rajasinghe Mawatha, Hewagama, Kaduwela

Summary

Experienced with managing high-value client accounts and developing long-term relationships to ensure satisfaction and loyalty. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to resolve client issues and drive business growth. Knowledge of negotiation techniques and problem-solving to consistently meet and exceed client expectations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Account Executive

Coats Thread (Pvt) Ltd
02.2020 - Current
  • Plan weekly/monthly/annual sales activities in the commercial function for assigned key accounts
  • Determine strategic brand positioning by utilizing marketing tools, resources in a strategic approach to optimize the visibility of new products and service offerings.
  • Forecasting and planning the demand for the raw materials based on the customer's purchasing trends and insights.
  • Demonstrates and explains product portfolio and recommending suitable options for the customer’s needs.
  • Deep understanding of the market and competitors to identify consumer demand trends, potential sales volumes and competitor’s behaviour and approach on sales.
  • Presentation of the products and services to highlight their usage, benefits and directly answer customer inquiries.
  • Identify the suitable products and value additions based on consumer need and negotiate prices and credit terms while maximizing profitability.
  • Coordinating with cross-functional teams in Marketing, Technical Services and Customer Care to align efforts, leverage resources, and maximize sales opportunities.
  • Set and track sales goals and implement strategies for driving growth.
  • Responsible for building and retaining business relationships with new and prospective customers and negotiate the sales agreements while guiding the customer through the purchasing process.
  • Maintain and improve customer service by responding on time to customer inquiries and concerns while fostering long term relationships.
  • Maintain sales records and pursue to achieve the allocated monthly sales targets.
  • Work closely with the finance team to achieve the monthly payment targets for credit customers, while minimizing the daily sales outstanding (DSO).

Merchandiser - Sourcing

MAS Active (Pvt) ltd & MAS Kreeda
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Identify and pursue potential customers or clients through various sales channels.
  • Develop and nurture strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to understand their needs, preferences, and pain points.
  • Deliver compelling product and service presentations to showcase their value and address client questions head-on.
  • Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with clients to secure deals while maintaining profitability for the company.
  • Convert leads into sales by resolving client concerns and guiding them through the purchasing process.
  • Provide ongoing support to existing clients while ensuring their satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
  • Stay current on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify new opportunities for improvement.
  • Set and track sales goals and implement strategies for driving growth.
  • Maintain sales records and drive to achieve the allocated monthly sales targets.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams in marketing, product development, and customer service to align efforts, leverage resources, and maximize sales opportunities.
  • Forecasting and planning the demand for the raw materials based on the customer's purchasing trends.
  • Demonstrates and explains merchandise, selecting and suggesting options suitable for the customer’s needs.
  • Work closely with the finance team to achieve the monthly set payment collection targets for credit customer.

Finance Intern

MAS Legato (Pvt) Ltd
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Mainly handled Accounts Receivables function of MAS Active
  • Have a good knowledge on SAP functions
  • Handled FSFE (first sale for export) function of MAS Active
  • Backup member for few other SBUs such as MAS Textprint and Linea Aqua

Finance Intern

John Keells Infomate (Pvt) Ltd
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Handled & resolved customer issues
  • Prepared vendor reconciliation reports

Education

Master's Degree -

Charted Institute of Marketing
01.2023

MBA -

Birmingham City University
01.2022

Bachelor -

Bedfordshire University
01.2021

IGCSE Advanced Level -

Leighton Park International School
01.2013

Skills

  • Leadership & Managerial Skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work as a team player
  • Problem Solving
  • Ability to work towards a common goal
  • Relationship management

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/04/95
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Key Account Executive

Coats Thread (Pvt) Ltd
02.2020 - Current

Merchandiser - Sourcing

MAS Active (Pvt) ltd & MAS Kreeda
02.2017 - 02.2020

Finance Intern

MAS Legato (Pvt) Ltd
02.2016 - 02.2017

Finance Intern

John Keells Infomate (Pvt) Ltd
09.2014 - 04.2015

MBA -

Birmingham City University

Bachelor -

Bedfordshire University

IGCSE Advanced Level -

Leighton Park International School

Master's Degree -

Charted Institute of Marketing
Rashmi Perera