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MAGDALYNNE NJOKI GICHURU

MAGDALYNNE NJOKI GICHURU

Business Development Expert
Nairobi,30

Summary

Skilled Business Development leader offering 5 years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Strathmore University Business School
3 2020 - Current
    • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
    • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
    • Mentored junior team members in effective sales techniques, fostering a high-performance culture within the organization.
    • Optimized sales funnels by leveraging data-driven insights to refine targeting strategies and maximize conversion rates.
    • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
    • Consistently met or exceeded monthly quotas through diligent prospecting efforts, relentless follow-up activities, and expert negotiation skills.
    • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
    • Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
    • Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
    • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.

Front Office Executive

Strathmore University Business School
08.2019 - 03.2020
    • Maintained accurate records of guest information through diligent documentation and data entry efforts.
    • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting for daily financial reports.
    • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss best practices and address any areas needing improvement within the front office team.
    • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly and effectively for satisfied guests.
    • Utilized the property management system proficiently for seamless reservation processing and updates.
    • Developed rapport with repeat guests, providing personalized service that fostered loyalty to the establishment.

Procurement Assistant Attaché & Sales and Marketing Intern

Superior Homes Kenya Plc
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring orders and addressing any delays or discrepancies promptly.
  • Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
  • Enhanced supplier relations through consistent communication, fostering a positive working relationship and securing better pricing options.
  • Provided purchase information to support budget planning, expenditures and financial commitments.
  • Collected and analyzed current market information to procure inputs and supplies from variety of sources.

Sales & marketing

  • Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising, and website copy.
  • Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
  • Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
  • Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.

Marketing Officer

Kenya Institute of Security and Criminal Justice
07.2018 - 10.2018
  • Participating in Tent activities at the Police stations, Barracks, Prisons and GSU Camps and explaining to them more about the institution
  • Making presentations about the courses offered at the institute to the security personnel during their morning parades
  • Attaining the set target of 15 students for every intake, and at least 5 students for the short program
  • Visiting various offices across Kenya to ask for permission to pitch tents or have presentations.

Retail Acquisition Officer

Spire Bank
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Creating awareness about the bank by making presentations, tent activations and walk ins visit to different visits
  • Selling bank products and services to existing and prospective clients
  • Visiting Corporates and making presentations on the services offered so as to open Business accounts with the Bank
  • Maintaining a good rapport with the clients
  • Creating a good pipeline for easy follow up with clients.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management -

Mount Kenya University
Nairobi, Kenya

Strathmore Client Experience and Sales Programme -

Strathmore University Business School
Nairobi, Kenya

P3.express Project Management Programme -

Strathmore University Business School
Virtual Course

Some College (No Degree) -

Havard Mentor Business School
Virtual Courses

Skills

  • Business Development

  • Business development and planning

  • Negotiations

  • Sales and Marketing

  • Customer Service

  • Team Leadership

  • Decision-Making

  • Revenue Generation

  • Strategic Partnerships

  • Customer Acquisition

  • Business Development

Career Achievements

  • Devised two successful new programs focused on sales training and real estate.
  • Managed a 6-month Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme for Persons With Disability in partnership with GIZ.
  • Initiated and formalized the partnership with the NCBA Bank as well as AVODA Institute of Entrepreneurship, Uganda.
  • Exceeded quarterly objectives on a regular basis.
  • Participated in organizing Strathmore University's Annual SME Conference since 2020 to date.
  • Gained work, cultural experience, and exposure in East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda) through running programs.

Values

  • Excellence
  • Team work
  • Continuous improvement
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Initiative

Tel

+254 797152989

Personal Information

Hobbies: Volunteering in community development projects, Travelling

References

  • Morris Njagi, Chief Executive Officer, Mhasibu Housing Company Limited, +254 722509622, njagi15@gmail.com
  • Faith Mutio, Head of Sales, Superior Homes Kenya PLC- Nairobi, Kenya, +254 704591006, faith.mutio@superiorhomes.co.ke
  • Brian Mutiso, Director, Tathmini Assessors Limited- Nairobi, Kenya, +254 790236191, brian.mutiso@tathminiassessors.com

Accomplishments

  • Secured and maintained high-value corporate clients, leading to a 30% increase in repeat business for the Business School.
  • Achieved a 25% year-on-year revenue growth by acquiring and retaining top-tier corporate partnerships.
  • Successfully onboarded over 50 new corporate clients, significantly boosting customer acquisition and program enrollment.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction and retention rates through personalized program offerings, resulting in a 40% increase in returning customers.
  • Developed and executed strategic business development plans, driving a 35% increase in overall revenue for the Business School.

Timeline

Front Office Executive

Strathmore University Business School
08.2019 - 03.2020

Procurement Assistant Attaché & Sales and Marketing Intern

Superior Homes Kenya Plc
11.2018 - 05.2019

Marketing Officer

Kenya Institute of Security and Criminal Justice
07.2018 - 10.2018

Retail Acquisition Officer

Spire Bank
01.2018 - 06.2018

Business Development Manager

Strathmore University Business School
3 2020 - Current

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management -

Mount Kenya University

Strathmore Client Experience and Sales Programme -

Strathmore University Business School

P3.express Project Management Programme -

Strathmore University Business School

Some College (No Degree) -

Havard Mentor Business School
MAGDALYNNE NJOKI GICHURUBusiness Development Expert