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Haitham Saleh Gabr

Haitham Saleh Gabr

Khobar,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Results-oriented professional with expertise in sales leadership and strategy, focusing on FMCG market expansion and key account management. Demonstrated success in retail and wholesale distribution, business development, and growth trade marketing. Proficient in P&L management, market analysis, and team development, emphasizing coaching in negotiation and stakeholder management. Experienced in contract negotiation and customer relationship management, dedicated to driving business success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Country Sales Manager at Premium Product Company,

Premium Products company
Al Khobar, SAudi Arabia
01.2015 - Current
  • Executed comprehensive sales strategies, achieving 330% growth in company turnover.
  • Strengthened relationships with key accounts and trade channels to ensure sustainable profitability.
  • Strengthened relationships with diffrent international supplriers EX :

- LAMAR - Egypt ( Lamar Juice)

- Siantara Top - Indonisia ( french frize).

- BATSAM - Luxembourg ( Batsam Coffe).

- Food Excellence - Malyisia ( Cizzpa chips).

- Solen - Turky ( Demba).

  • Implemented trade marketing initiatives, expanding product portfolio to 52 different SKUs.
  • Collaborated with marketing, supply chain, and finance to optimise sales operations.
  • Conducted sales team meetings to boost productivity and enhance collaboration.
  • Streamlined customer communication through effective CRM systems.
  • Delivered impactful product presentations to potential clients, increasing engagement.
  • Increased regional market share through aggressive sales tactics.
  • Developed pricing structures based on historical and current trends, competitor activities and supply chain data.
  • Defined business strategies and roadmaps to drive performance across sales, promotions and marketing departments.
  • Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.
  • Analysed business data to complete sales forecasts and inform strategy.
  • Drafted sales reports and facilitated accurate performance tracking against sales targets through Salesforce.
  • Reviewed and updated pricing structures maintaining competitiveness in marketplace.
  • Analysed market trends for informed decision-making processes.
  • Negotiated contracts, achieving favourable terms for company.
  • Implemented incentive schemes, motivating sales team towards exceeding targets.
  • Attended industry events and exhibitions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of market changes and competitor activity.
  • Achieved increased brand visibility by implementing strategic marketing plans.
  • Built solid relationships with clients for repeat business.

Key Account National Sales Manager

Sara Coporation
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
01.2010 - 12.2014
  • Set and monitor annual sales targets and maintained 0% overdue payments from 2011 to 2014.
  • Consistently met KSA sales targets, achieving 100%.
  • Developed innovative sales strategies for improved market presence.
  • Customized promotional strategies to meet needs of different clients, products and services.
  • Increased product awareness, leading to enhanced consumer interest.
  • Nurtured client relationships, ensuring high levels of loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed team of sales professionals to achieve optimal performance.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly and negotiated favorble sales terms and agreements.
  • Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.
  • Allocated teams, materials and calendar space for individual projects.

Regional sales manager

Sara Corporation
Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
08.2007 - 01.2010
  • Achieved 400% sales growth over six years (2007 -2010) in the Eastern Region.
  • Managed high-volume Key Accounts and expanded product distribution,maintaining 100% customer coverage and improving product penetration.
  • Developed competitive pricing strategies for increased market share.
  • Led team training sessions to increase product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • With detailed product presentations, convinced potential customers of benefits and value of products and services offered by the company.
  • Negotiated contracts with prospective clients to secure profitable deals.
  • Liaised regularly with senior management to report on regional sales performance.

Senior area sales manager

Sara Corporation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2006 - 07.2007
  • Improved customer relationships with excellent communication skills.
  • Administered performance reviews, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
  • Nurtured profitable partnerships with local businesses to expand client base.
  • Streamlined internal processes for more efficient operations management.
  • Facilitated productive team meetings, enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Coordinated regional sales efforts, ensuring brand consistency across all sectors.
  • Collected customer and market feedback and reported information to company leadership.
  • Analysed sales reports to identify trends and update strategies.

Sales representative

Sara Corporation
Sihat, Qayif, Safwa, Jubail, Saudi Arabia
03.2003 - 06.2006
  • Collected and processed payments.
  • Closely monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.
  • Increased revenue by acquiring new customers and determining needs to offer relevant products.
  • Placed customer orders, providing guidance on product delivery timeframes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
  • Built rapport with new and existing customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Identified potential leads, resulting in improved sales performance.

Sales representative

United ( P&G Sector)
Cairo, Egypt
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
  • Coordinated with logistics team for timely product deliveries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by participating in trade shows and conferences.
  • Fostered strong customer relationships through exceptional service.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Administration - Accountant

Cairo Universty
Cairo/Egypt

Skills

  • Sales Leadership & Strategy
  • FMCG Market Expansion
  • Key Account Management (KAM)
  • Retail & Wholesale Distribution
  • Business Development & Growth Trade Marketing & Promotions
  • P&L Management
  • Market analysis
  • Team Development & Coaching Negotiation & Stakeholder Management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Customer relationship management

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Arabic
Proficient (C2)

Certification

  • Advanced Sales Leadership Program.
  • Negotiation & Key Account Management.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Country Sales Manager at Premium Product Company,

Premium Products company
01.2015 - Current

Key Account National Sales Manager

Sara Coporation
01.2010 - 12.2014

Regional sales manager

Sara Corporation
08.2007 - 01.2010

Senior area sales manager

Sara Corporation
07.2006 - 07.2007

Sales representative

Sara Corporation
03.2003 - 06.2006

Sales representative

United ( P&G Sector)
01.2001 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Commerce Administration - Accountant

Cairo Universty
Haitham Saleh Gabr