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
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