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Shakeel Ahmad

Shakeel Ahmad

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Result driven Area Sales Manager with over 13 years of experience in the food ingredients sales and supply into food, dairy, bakery and confectionary industries. Proven track record of building strong client relationships, driving business growth and delivering the sales performance. Adept at identifying market opportunities, introducing new value added products and speciality ingredients to the food industries. Seeking to leverage expertise in a multinational company to contribute to global success and innovation in the food industry.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Sales Manager

ATOM MIDDLE EAST
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2020 - Current
  • Effectively handled daily customer meetings, sales calls and account management tasks, improving sales team efficiency.
  • Built focused new client networks, growing business opportunities and increasing revenue possibilities.
  • Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with key clients to secure valuable business deals.
  • Achieved and exceeded sales targets in line with client growth across all products and services.

Senior sales executive

Al Wazeen Trading Company (Subsidiary of IDB)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2015 - 02.2020

Over a 5-year period, successfully cultivated a customer base and established strong, lasting connections with clients. Demonstrated expertise in market development and customer relationship management, contributing to sustained business growth and customer satisfaction with a focus on White Feta Cheese, GDL Feta Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, IFFMP, IFCMP, and SMP.


Sales executive

Mawaduna Co. Ltd
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2011 - 01.2015
  • Prioritised important tasks effectively under pressure situations ensuring seamless operations during peak times.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research for identification of emerging trends in consumer behaviour, contributing towards strategic planning process accordingly.
  • Navigated challenging negotiations, achieving successful deal closure without compromising on profitability.
  • Developed customer loyalty with excellent customer service, leading to repeat business.

Education

MBA - Marketing

UPTU
Aligarh INDIA

BA - Economics

AMU
Aligarh India

Skills

  • Business development
  • Competitor analysis
  • Product presentation
  • Lead generation techniques
  • Change implementation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Product knowledge
  • Strategic planning
  • Project Management
  • Customer retention tactics
  • Client relationship building

Languages

English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Follow industry related articles to stay updated with market trends. Sports and Fitness Activities

Accomplishments

    Proficient in using CRM systems, MS Office tools, and presentation software. Skilled in leveraging these tools to enhance productivity, manage customer relationships, and deliver effective presentations.

Timeline

Area Sales Manager

ATOM MIDDLE EAST
03.2020 - Current

Senior sales executive

Al Wazeen Trading Company (Subsidiary of IDB)
03.2015 - 02.2020

Sales executive

Mawaduna Co. Ltd
11.2011 - 01.2015

MBA - Marketing

UPTU

BA - Economics

AMU
Shakeel Ahmad