Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
Marketing Development
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Sulaiman Barekzai

High Wycombe,Buckinghamshire

Summary

Marketing student at Henley Business School with hands-on experience in business development and client services. Proven ability to generate leads, negotiate contracts, and secure high-value deals while reducing costs for businesses. Eager to leverage client-facing experience and strong communication skills in marketing and brand development roles.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work history

Client service executive - Utilities & Payments

LSG Purchasing
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
06.2025 - Current
  • Advocated for Switch4Profit DOJO, engaging hospitality businesses in card machine solutions.
  • Negotiated supplier agreements, managing sales cycle from lead generation to onboarding.
  • Achieved average cost reductions of 10–25% for clients, driving profitability and savings.
  • Advocated for Choice Utility to hospitality businesses, generating leads and securing optimal utility contracts.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by 15–20%, while maintaining a client retention rate above 85% through relationship management and aftercare.
  • Worked collaboratively within a sales team, sharing strategies and supporting colleagues to consistently achieve and exceed group targets.

SSA/ Supervisor

Toolstation
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Lead, support, and motivate a team to deliver exceptional customer service and exceed sales targets.
  • Use sales data analysis to identify trends, improve team performance, and optimize store operations.
  • Played a key role in PROJECT FLOW, enhancing operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making..
  • Train staff on best practices and use data to monitor compliance performance. improving MLT to 50%


Education

A-Levels -

Sir William Ramsay School

GCSEs - GCSE'S

Sir William Ramsay School

Skills


  • Process Improvement & Efficiency – Identifying inefficiencies and implementing Data-Driven solutions to optimise workflows
  • Persuasive Communication – Engaging confidently with business owners and decision-makers, presenting solutions that influence outcomes and close deals
  • Team Collaboration & Office Leadership – Driving team success in a fast-paced office environment through knowledge sharing, motivation, and joint target achievement
  • Client Solutions & Relationship Management – Delivering tailored advice to hospitality businesses, strengthening long-term partnerships and building trust
  • Organisation & Process Management – Prioritising workloads, managing pipelines, and maintaining accurate records to ensure smooth, efficient operations in a fast-paced office
  • Performance & Results Delivery – Consistently exceeding sales targets by 15–20%, demonstrating a strong commercial focus and results-driven mindset

References

References available upon request.

Marketing Development

  • Receiving ongoing mentorship from a marketing professional with 10+ years of industry experience, gaining practical insight into marketing strategy, campaign planning, and brand positioning at LSG Purchasing.
  • Applying this knowledge alongside my degree studies to understand how businesses connect with customers and create growth opportunities.
  • Founded AUTOCAST LTD's business development, showcasing drive, creativity and relentless eagerness to turn idea's into results.

Timeline

Client service executive - Utilities & Payments

LSG Purchasing
06.2025 - Current

SSA/ Supervisor

Toolstation
08.2024 - 06.2025

A-Levels -

Sir William Ramsay School

GCSEs - GCSE'S

Sir William Ramsay School
Sulaiman Barekzai