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Shahan Shah Hafeez

Leicester,United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a robust skill set in event management, new account development, and marketing and sales strategies. Expertise in social media advertising, business development, and brand building, complemented by a strong foundation in digital media strategy and sales forecasting. Proven ability to drive revenue growth through innovative brand-building strategies, customer segmentation, and relationship management. Demonstrated success in B2B sales expertise, market analysis, and marketing strategy execution. Committed to achieving sales goals and enhancing account management through content writing and search engine optimisation (SEO).

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Business Development & Brand Promotion Manager

FGS Ingredients Limited
Leicester, United Kingdom
09.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: We specialize in spices, culinary herbs, seeds, Nuts, Lentils and seasonings
  • We supply over 350 types of ingredients, including Spice Blends and Herbs, and we pride ourselves in working closely with customers to also create specific blends
  • Identified and pursued new business opportunities through market research, prospecting, and networking
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and foster long-term partnerships
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions tailored to meet client needs and drive business success
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to identify areas for growth and development
  • Successfully negotiated contracts, pricing agreements, and service level agreements to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships
  • Implemented effective sales and marketing strategies to promote company products and services and increase brand awareness
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive brand promotion strategies to increase brand visibility and market presence
  • Managed multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital marketing, social media & events Food & Drinks related exhibitions at IFE London & NEC Birmingham
  • Created compelling marketing collateral, including presentations and promotional materials, to effectively communicate brand messaging and value proposition
  • We specialize in spices, culinary herbs, seeds, Nuts, Lentils and seasonings
  • We supply over 350 types of ingredients, including Spice Blends and Herbs, and we pride ourselves in working closely with customers to also create specific blends

Business Development & Brand Promotion Executive

FGS Ingredients Limited
Leicester, United Kingdom
01.2023 - Current

Customer Experience Specialist

Firstsource
Leicester, United Kingdom
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Customer experience specialist for broadband packages offered by Sky Media
  • Calling existing customers (nearing end of contract) and following up new enquiries to champion Sky Media products

Sales Team Lead

Gulf News
Dubai
11.2017 - 10.2021
  • Leading a team of 17 Sales Agents
  • Sustaining team productivity and morale
  • Training team members on company product and services
  • Empowering team to optimize and achieve operational efficiency
  • Managing 'Sales Ads' space for print and online channels
  • Increased revenue through creative sales promotions
  • Attaining sales targets for business development
  • Reviewing sales procedures to reduce miss-selling
  • Personalizing account plans to attract and retain clients
  • Maintaining customer service quality and standards
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by providing expert advice on new and existing Ad publications
  • Conducting extensive market research and analysis on business feasibility
  • Driving growth objectives through innovative concept creation
  • Generating new revenue streams by attracting new clients
  • Managing client expectations to align with marketing strategy
  • Reviewing internal policy and processes to improve quality checks

Sales Specialist

Gulf News
Dubai
11.1999 - 11.2017
  • Attaining sale targets for 'Sales Ads' space for print and online publishing platform
  • Generated new business leads through telephone canvassing
  • Proactive follow-up to convert business leads into clients
  • Leading price and negotiation strategy to optimize sales target and brand revenue
  • Recommended promotional offers in collaboration with Marketing team
  • Acquire and on-board new clients
  • Improve existing client retention and manage expectations
  • Review and renew existing contracts for corporate clients
  • Client consultation on key requirements and assessing commercial impact
  • Responding to queries for GNADS4U and call back requests
  • Planning and scheduling advertisements

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing

Skyline University College
Sharjah, UAE

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Management, General

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

Certification - You Tube & Video Marketing

Simplilearn Alumni

Certification - Digital Marketing

HubSpot Academy

Skills

  • Event Management
  • New account development
  • Marketing and sales strategies
  • Social media advertising
  • Business development
  • Brand building
  • Digital media strategy
  • Sales forecasting
  • Brand-building strategies
  • Relationship Management
  • B2B sales expertise
  • Market analysis
  • Revenue growth strategies
  • Content writing
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Certification

  • Digital Marketing, 01/01/25
  • Sales Coaching, 01/01/25
  • SEO Certified, 01/01/25

Languages

English
Hindi
Urdu

Personal Information

Title: Business Development Manager

Custom

  • Content Writing
  • Cricket
  • Reading

Timeline

Business Development & Brand Promotion Manager

FGS Ingredients Limited
09.2024 - Current

Business Development & Brand Promotion Executive

FGS Ingredients Limited
01.2023 - Current

Customer Experience Specialist

Firstsource
02.2022 - 11.2022

Sales Team Lead

Gulf News
11.2017 - 10.2021

Sales Specialist

Gulf News
11.1999 - 11.2017

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing

Skyline University College

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Management, General

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

Certification - You Tube & Video Marketing

Simplilearn Alumni

Certification - Digital Marketing

HubSpot Academy
Shahan Shah Hafeez