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Tirhas Tesfamariam

Addis Ababa

Summary

I have a proven track record of inspiring and directing sales teams to meet and beyond performance targets as a seasoned sales manager. I am skilled in creating and executing sales strategies, cultivating client connections, and promoting a cooperative team atmosphere. I have more than six years of broad and varied experience in a variety of fields, including engineering, FMCG, dispatching, sales, and marketing. My experience has improved my ability to communicate both orally and in writing, which I have proven in successful project and sales presentations in positions involving interaction with customers. Developing and preserving solid bonds with clients and important decision-makers has always been a primary goal of mine.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatcher

Zebra Trucking LLC
04.2024 - Current

My responsibilities as a dispatcher include answering both emergency and non-emergency calls, accurately documenting pertinent information, responding to questions or concerns by offering solutions or sending the right resources, dispatching product or delivery orders, prioritizing calls according to urgency, coordinating with field units via phone or computer, keeping track of the location and status of vehicles or crews to ensure effective scheduling, and giving them pertinent updates on traffic, obstacles, and delivery requirements. Inputting information into computer systems, keeping thorough logs and records of every action, and setting up driver appointments at different locations are more tasks.

Sales Manager

Destaalem G/meskel Importer
05.2019 - Current

In my capacity as sales manager, I oversee the company's sales activities by creating and carrying out a thorough business plan that specifies revenue objectives, expense limits, and sales targets. Setting and monitoring sales targets, monitoring the sales team's performance, and reporting progress on a regular basis are some of the main duties. Other duties include working with the marketing department to generate leads and making sure the sales team is properly prepared through continuous training, motivation, and product knowledge development. Finally, promoting the company and its products while keeping a thorough understanding of the ideal clientele and how their needs match the company's offerings. Along with working and reporting to the tax revenue agency, I also oversee and manage the entire customs and dry shipping materials procedure, as well as handle and complete all work with my teams.

Sales and Marketing Manager

Top Tech IT Solution
02.2023 - 06.2023

In my role as Sales and Marketing Manager, I was in charge of creating and carrying out plans to boost revenue, expand the company, and improve brand awareness; managing sales teams; establishing goals; spotting new market opportunities through research and analysis; organizing and overseeing marketing campaigns across multiple platforms; keeping an eye on performance; and modifying plans to get better outcomes. To ensure consistent messaging and the effective implementation of projects, I collaborated with both internal teams and external stakeholders. I also handle events and product promotions, maintain client relations, and provide senior management with frequent performance reports and strategic insights. Additionally, preparing business plans to track performance for timely adjustments to stay on course and anticipate risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

Marketing Specialist

Creavers Services PLC
08.2022 - 01.2023

In my role as a marketing specialist, I was in charge of creating and carrying out marketing plans, campaigns, and strategies to advertise goods and services and raise brand awareness. I also conducted market research to find trends, target demographics, and evaluate competitors. I created and implemented targeted marketing efforts to meet company objectives. I managed campaign execution, making sure that it adhered to budgets and schedules, and I collected and analyzed performance data to maximize results. To guarantee organized and successful marketing efforts, I also prepared by working with internal teams, coming up with innovative campaign concepts, and organizing marketing operations on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.

Senior Site Engineer

Antika Construction
04.2019 - 05.2019

As a senior site engineer, I manage and oversee construction projects by setting up sites, overseeing building work, and making sure that technical drawings and specifications are followed. I also coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and project teams, supervise staff, resolve on-site issues, ensure that safety and sustainability regulations are followed, inspect facilities, analyze operations, estimate costs and materials, and suggest design changes to increase efficiency. In order to guarantee the timely and successful completion of projects, preparing reports, tracking progress, and modifying timetables are among them.

Sales Marketing Executive

Fiker Natural Spring
10.2018 - 03.2019

As a sales marketing executive, my duties include seeing and seizing sales opportunities, cultivating enduring client connections, and providing continuous assistance to propel company expansion. Doing market research, assessing client needs, and suggesting changes to improve service and profitability are parts of my duties. Setting and meeting sales goals, planning client visits, and routinely assessing sales success are also necessary. Generating new business requires effective communication and client engagement, as well as networking and ongoing learning to stay current with industry trends. Contributing to the overall success of the sales team and creating reports by evaluating sales data.

Sales Promotions Coordinator

Inad Promotion and Printing PLC
06.2018 - 09.2018

As a sales promotions coordinator, my responsibilities include marketing items, drawing in new clients, and assisting the business in reaching its financial goals through calculated sales initiatives. Setting and meeting sales targets, keeping track of sales, answering consumer questions, and leveraging in-depth product knowledge to encourage purchases are some of the major duties. Additionally, it necessitates obtaining market intelligence, hearing consumer input for enhancements, and creating workable sales plans to raise brand recognition. In order to increase product exposure and broaden the company's reach, it also entails planning sales events, promotions, and working with the marketing team

Site and Office Engineer

TDG Building and Construction PLC
08.2017 - 05.2018

As a site and office engineer, I knew that the project needed careful planning and execution in a number of areas, such as creating thorough work plans, delivery schedules, and cost analyses to guarantee timely and economical completion. preparing and overseeing intermediate and subcontractor payment requests while keeping accurate project records, drawings, and specifications. Making certain that every alteration is appropriately recorded and authorized. activities, including cost tracking, writing, and scheduling. Furthermore, it is crucial to ensure adherence to construction codes and standards, coordinate with internal departments and external parties, and prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders. Strong communication abilities, engineering expertise, meticulousness, and the capacity to function well under duress.

Sales Promoter

Zeleman Production
12.2016 - 02.2017

During my tenure as a sales promoter for Johnnie Walker Red Label, I was responsible for presenting recently updated offers to boost sales and maintain client relationships. I attended training sessions, monitored activities, provided my supervisor with pertinent information, offered customers product explanations, and ensured that product displays were accurate in my role as a Step-up Johnnie Walker Red Label representative.

Sales Promoter

Diageo
08.2016 - 10.2016

As part of my duties, I have to make sure that the Johnnie Walker Red Label is prominently displayed with all required point-of-sale materials, cultivate a positive rapport with the bar staff, keep an eye on stock and sales performance, identify potential customers and give them more information, stay current on competitor products and customer interests, interact politely with customers, deliver exceptional service, and uphold a positive rapport with them.

Internship Student

Bamacon Engineering PLC
07.2016 - 10.2016

Participated in extensive training sessions to enhance construction knowledge and skills, collaborate effectively with site staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations, oversaw construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards, resolve contractor issues promptly to maintain project timelines, interpret engineering drawings, facilitating clear communication with design professionals and management teams.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Technology And Management

Addis Ababa University, EiABC
Addis Ababa
07-2017

Skills

  • driving performance, establishing objectives, and inspiring a sales force
  • monitoring and evaluating sales results, pinpointing areas in need of development, and putting remedial measures into place
  • Exhibiting my ability to reason logically, assess data, and develop wise conclusions
  • My background in sales and customer service has given me excellent communication abilities, which enable me to comprehend my teammates and pay attention to their concerns
  • Microsoft Office applications
    and spreadsheets

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Amharic
Advanced (C1)
Tigrinya
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Dispatcher

Zebra Trucking LLC
04.2024 - Current

Sales and Marketing Manager

Top Tech IT Solution
02.2023 - 06.2023

Marketing Specialist

Creavers Services PLC
08.2022 - 01.2023

Sales Manager

Destaalem G/meskel Importer
05.2019 - Current

Senior Site Engineer

Antika Construction
04.2019 - 05.2019

Sales Marketing Executive

Fiker Natural Spring
10.2018 - 03.2019

Sales Promotions Coordinator

Inad Promotion and Printing PLC
06.2018 - 09.2018

Site and Office Engineer

TDG Building and Construction PLC
08.2017 - 05.2018

Sales Promoter

Zeleman Production
12.2016 - 02.2017

Sales Promoter

Diageo
08.2016 - 10.2016

Internship Student

Bamacon Engineering PLC
07.2016 - 10.2016

Bachelor of Science - Construction Technology And Management

Addis Ababa University, EiABC
Tirhas Tesfamariam