Noman Ahmed
Cheltenham,UK
Summary
MBA-qualified professional with 3+ years of sales and financial experience, skilled in forecasting and financial analysis. Strong customer development capabilities, including building influential client relationships, understanding shopper needs, and identifying growth levers. A commercially astute, ambitious, and results-driven individual with exceptional strategic thinking and negotiation skills. Known for turning complex data into actionable commercial strategies and delivering creative, profitable solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sales Consultant
Virgin Media O2
Cheltenham, South Gloucestershire
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Act as the primary representative for leading technology products, driving sales performance and expanding brand presence across independent retail customers.
- Deliver strong commercial results by growing distribution, improving product visibility, and increasing space for our brands across independent retail customers.
- Build trusted relationships that enable you to inform and guide retailers on our latest products and category developments.
- Provide actionable insights to management through analysis of sales KPIs and performance data.
- Build deep understanding of client goals and shopper behaviour, aligning brand strategies to maximize impact.
- Build strong internal communication channels to align cross-functional teams around account priorities and commercial strategies.
Credit & Finance Analyst
Habib Bank Limited
Sukkur, Pakistan
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported SME finance initiatives, winning the SME Intra Competition for innovative financial solutions.
- Conducted credit risk evaluations, portfolio analysis, and financial statement reviews to support lending decisions.
- Analysed business performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, enabling proactive decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Forecasted market trends to inform strategic decision making.
- Developed long-term bank strategies that support sustainable business growth.
Finance Consultant
PepsiCo
Sukkur, Pakistan
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Reviewed supplier invoices and reconciled direct debit transactions, ensuring timely payments.
- Created accurate sales forecasts, manage budgets, and ensure effective financial planning across customer accounts.
- Prepared and reviewed high-quality reports, presentations, and briefing materials.
- Built cross-functional relationships to ensure compliance and deliver accurate client-focused outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with Sales, Marketing, Category Management, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver seamless customer solutions.
Accounting Analyst
Convivial Management Consultancies
Karachi, Pakistan
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained AP/AR ledgers and processed employee expenses in compliance with policies.
- Enhanced accuracy of monthly reports and supported compliance audits.
- Assisted in monthly closing activities to ensure timely reporting.
Education
MBA - Business Management
University of Gloucestershire
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, UK 01.2023 - 03.2024
BBA - Finance
Sukkur IBA University
Sukkur, Pakistan 08.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
- Client Relationship Management & Customer Engagement
- Strategic Planning & Joint Business Planning
- Negotiation & Influencing Skills
- Sales Management & Category Understanding
- Business, Commercial & Financial Acumen
- Forecasting, Financial Analysis & Budget Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Microsoft 365, SQL & CRM Tools
- Strong Written & Oral Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Multitasking, Attention to Detail & Ownership
- Problem-Solving, Intellectual Curiosity & Growth Mindset
- Resilience, Fast Learning & Adaptability
- Time Management & Prioritization
Certification
- Databases & SQL for Data Science with Python
- CMI Management Certification
- SME Finance Certification
- Finance for Everyone: Decisions
- Accounting: Principles of Financial Accounting
Accomplishments
- Top KPI Earner at Virgin Media Q4, 2024.
- PHG Ambassador at Google.
- Winner - SME Intra Competition
- Winner - Business Strategy Simulation
- Executive Member at Entrepreneurship Society at Sukkur IBA University.
Relocation
Willing to Relocate
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Virgin Media O2
06.2024 - 11.2025
MBA - Business Management
University of Gloucestershire
01.2023 - 03.2024
Credit & Finance Analyst
Habib Bank Limited
06.2021 - 12.2022
Finance Consultant
PepsiCo
06.2020 - 06.2021
Accounting Analyst
Convivial Management Consultancies
05.2019 - 05.2020
BBA - Finance
Sukkur IBA University
08.2015 - 05.2019