Sohail Ahmed
Hassal Grove,NSW
Summary
Proactive sales professional specialising in strategic closing techniques and effective communication. Experienced in beating KPIs consistently, managing customer interactions and developing marketing strategies that yield measurable results. Committed to fostering strong client relationships and achieving sales excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Gem Windows and Doors
Castle Hill, NSW
01.2025 - Current
- Meeting consistent KPIs for monthly/weekly targets
- Being a top sales person in regular months throughout the company
- Managing a showroom by myself with no other salesperson present, closing leads, making targets finding clients etc
- Regularly met or exceeded established sales goals by implementing strategic closing techniques.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and preferences.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service.
- Identified customer needs and recommended appropriate products to enhance satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans aligned with company objectives.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
Business Development Manager
All Purpose Coatings
Wetherill Park, NSW
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance business opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business strategies and initiatives.
- Provided technical support for product applications and usage questions.
- Collaborated with the sales team to develop effective promotional strategies.
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and effectively.
- Assisted in training new sales representatives on company products and services.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitive products.
- Prepared sales reports to track customer interactions and product performance.
- Managed client relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and customer loyalty.
- Identified new market segments for product expansion and growth opportunities.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Launch Class
Hassal Grove, NSW
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed targeted digital marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
- Managed social media accounts to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing strategies and goals.
- Analyzed website traffic and user behavior to inform marketing decisions.
- Created engaging content for blogs, newsletters, and social media posts.
Salesperson
Doors Plus
Minchinbury, NSW
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Engaged customers to understand their needs and preferences.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to potential buyers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized sales floor.
- Collaborated with team members to create appealing product displays.
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Resolved customer inquiries and provided support for issues.
- Tracked progress against goals set for each quarter regarding customer retention rates and other KPIs related to engagement .
Manager
Hogs Breath Cafe
Penrith, NSW
11.2011 - 05.2021
- Supervised daily operations of restaurant to ensure smooth workflow.
- Managed staff scheduling to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Trained new employees on service standards and menu knowledge.
- Implemented inventory control procedures to minimize waste.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to maintain food quality and presentation.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate expectations and updates.
- Monitored financial performance to identify areas for cost reduction.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Salesperson
Carpet Call
Penrith
12.2010 - 10.2015
- Engaged customers to understand their needs and preferences.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to potential buyers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized sales floor.
- Collaborated with team members to create appealing product displays.
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Resolved customer inquiries and provided support for issues.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Business - Business
University of Balllarat
Baulkham Hills, NSW12-2015
Skills
- Strategic closing techniques
- Customer relationship management
- Data analysis
- Digital marketing campaigns
- Product demonstrations
- Sales forecasting
- Market research
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Prospecting skills
- KPI analysis
- Direct sales
- Sales tracking
Timeline
Sales Manager
Gem Windows and Doors
01.2025 - Current
Business Development Manager
All Purpose Coatings
02.2023 - 02.2025
Digital Marketing Specialist
Launch Class
01.2023 - 01.2025
Salesperson
Doors Plus
10.2021 - 01.2023
Manager
Hogs Breath Cafe
11.2011 - 05.2021
Salesperson
Carpet Call
12.2010 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Business - Business
University of Balllarat