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JAMES CHEGE MUGANE

Nairobi

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with seven years of experience in direct sales and business analysis, including four years in the UAE telecommunications, health and fitness sectors. Skilled in customer service, client relationship management, effective communication, MS Office, and social media engagement. Seeking a challenging position to leverage skills for organizational success and continuous improvement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative | Associate Business Development

Standard Media Group
Nairobi
07.2023 - Current
  • - Educated customers on suitable advertising media platforms.
    - Crafted compelling ads for diverse clients across multiple platforms.
    - Negotiated rate cards with management and clients.
    - Prepared weekly sales reports and utilized performance tracking tools.
    - Developed advertising campaigns and roadshows to boost engagement and brand awareness.
    - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to launch successful promotions, driving increased sales.

Sales Representative

MPAC Sports Academy
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • - Informed clients on products and services, ensuring awareness of software updates.
    - Cultivated strong relationships through attentive after-sale support.
    - Partnered with sales and marketing to drive software promotions.
    - Achieved certification as a Sage One Advisor, training small business owners in software utilization.
    - Collaborated with technical support to resolve software-related issues for business partners.

Customer Service Executive

Etisalat Telecommunications Company (UAE)
11.2019 - 11.2021
  • - Addressed and resolved customer complaints with professionalism.
    - Informed customers about new offers and promotions effectively.
    - Managed and resolved billing inquiries from customers.
    - Oversaw queue and flow management to enhance service efficiency.
    - Sold new postpaid calling and home internet packages.
    - Cross-sold and upsold the latest products, including devices and accessories.

Business Analyst | Customer Service Officer

Entech Consult
Nairobi
10.2017 - 03.2019

- Responded to incoming calls, providing detailed information on products and services.
- Documented call details accurately and forwarded
- Engaged with stakeholders to discuss potential changes to software applications.
- Collaborated with the technical team to translate customer feedback into actionable software enhancements.
- Conducted post-call follow-ups to ensure inquiries were resolved and gather customer feedback.
- Assisted in developing user manuals and training materials to enhance client understanding of software products.

-Prepared documentation summarizing findings from stakeholder meetings and workshops.

Accounting Trainer | Customer Service Officer

SMEP Microfinance
Nairobi
03.2017 - 09.2017

- Educated clients on products and services, staying updated on software changes.
- Maintained courteous relationships through after-sale service and customer care.
- Collaborated with the sales and marketing team to promote software.
- Became a Certified Sage One Advisor, training small business owners on software use.
- Supported business partners and addressed software-related issues in collaboration with technical support.

Education

Bachelor of Economics -

Moi University
01.2015

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -

Aquinas Boys High School
01.2008

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Competitor research
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Client Account Management
  • Territory sales
  • Business Development
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Staff Training
  • Business and Non-Functional Stakeholder Requirement Documentation (Business Analysis)

References

Available upon Request.

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Sales Representative | Associate Business Development

Standard Media Group
07.2023 - Current

Sales Representative

MPAC Sports Academy
07.2022 - 04.2023

Customer Service Executive

Etisalat Telecommunications Company (UAE)
11.2019 - 11.2021

Business Analyst | Customer Service Officer

Entech Consult
10.2017 - 03.2019

Accounting Trainer | Customer Service Officer

SMEP Microfinance
03.2017 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Economics -

Moi University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -

Aquinas Boys High School
JAMES CHEGE MUGANE