Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Leadership Experience
Career Aspirations
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CHARLES OBIERO

PRESTON

Summary

I am a goal-oriented professional with a fervent passion for education. With a robust background of 7 years as a Sales and Marketing Manager, I have honed my skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and market analysis. My commitment to excellence is further demonstrated through my 2 year role as a part-time lecturer, where I engaged and inspired students to achieve their fullest potential. I am dedicated to delivering top-tier results in every endeavor, driven by a relentless pursuit of the best outcomes. My professional journey is marked by a continuous quest for improvement, ensuring that I settle for nothing less than the pinnacle of success in all my pursuits.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Nippon Imports Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2024
  • Negotiated closures by successfully overcoming customer objections through skilful sales techniques and extensive product knowledge
  • Promptly answered incoming calls politely and professionally, swiftly following up on enquiries and responding to customer requests
  • Monitored automotive sales industry to identify current product pricing, competing products and new merchandising techniques to keep business competitive
  • Identified customers' needs, recognized purchasing potential and closed deals without aggressiveness surpassing sales target of 40 units per month
  • Maintained outstanding visually-appealing car displays by washing and preparing vehicles ready for customer inspection
  • Matched relevant products to customer needs by skilfully presenting applicable features and product benefits, amplifying sales.

Part Time Lecturer

Technical University Of Mombasa
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.

Marketing Officer Intern

Wild Waters Limited
06.2015 - 11.2015
  • Co-ordinate and run Wild waters sales and marketing campaigns
  • Visiting corporate organizations like banks, saccos and companies to market wild Waters corporate packages like bank fun days, team building, product launch, product Activations and cocktail parties
  • Identify sales opportunities and develop market sales channels
  • Participate in development of 3 new sales projects and proposals
  • Represent company at various business meetings including trade shows, exhibits, conferences and client meetings
  • Develop, implement, execute and co-ordinate sales and marketing program.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration - Marketing -

TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MOMBASA
12.2016

MSc international business and management -

UNIVERSITY OF CENTTRAL LANCASHIRE

Level 6 Diploma in professional marketing -

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING
U.K
06.2021

Master of business administration, marketing option -

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
11.2019

Skills

  • Complex Project Negotiations
  • Promotional marketing Events
  • Customer Service
  • Course Development
  • Online Class Discussion
  • Lesson Planning

Affiliations

Member of Charted institute of marketing UK

Leadership Experience

JKUAT Mombasa Campus Alumni Association, 05/2021, 01/2023, Controlling and coordinating alumni activities, presenting students' grievances to the county government, Counseling, motivating and inspiring students, Ensuring seamless transition of new graduates into the association.

Career Aspirations

My objective is to focus on career development through continuous academic and professional studies. I aim to secure a position within an organization where I can apply the knowledge and skills acquired from my educational pursuits. In the professional environment, I am committed to being a collaborative team player, aligning my efforts with the organization's business definition, vision, and mission to contribute to achieving its goals and objectives. I pledge to embrace and embody my organization's culture, maintain the highest standards of professionalism, and uphold integrity values. Additionally, I will strive to enhance the organization’s reputation and promote its positive image.

Customsection

  • Ability to perform duties without supervision
  • Outstanding personal skills
  • Team player
  • Customer service skills
  • Social media marketing skills

References

Available upon request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Swimming
  • Reading business articles
  • Listening to music

Timeline

Part Time Lecturer

Technical University Of Mombasa
01.2022 - 11.2023

Sales Manager

Nippon Imports Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2024

Marketing Officer Intern

Wild Waters Limited
06.2015 - 11.2015

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration - Marketing -

TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MOMBASA

MSc international business and management -

UNIVERSITY OF CENTTRAL LANCASHIRE

Level 6 Diploma in professional marketing -

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING

Master of business administration, marketing option -

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
CHARLES OBIERO