ALIASGAR EBRAHIM
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Accomplished Business Development Manager with solid record directing sales and marketing activities. Persuasive negotiator with diplomatic communication style and relationship-building expertise. Collaborative professional committed to providing clients with reasonable, business-smart solutions to common issues.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Business Development Manager
Central Electricals International Ltd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
09.2024 - Current
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Managed all aspects of client accounts including contract negotiations, project planning, budgeting, invoicing and payment processing.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues from other departments to ensure timely delivery of accurate bids.
- Collaborated with internal teams for successful execution of projects.
- Organized meetings between senior management and prospective customers.
- Developed strategic partnerships with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost efficiency.
- Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
Business Development Manager
Lineit Components (Pty) Ltd
Dar Es Salaam
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed supply and distribution of Overhead Line Components and MV/LV electrical accessories in the Dar Es Salaam Branch and East Africa Regions.
- Kept records of international buyers' activities and provided essential management insights.
- Verified the quality of products by performing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) at supplier's facilities.
- Supervised and managed the tendering, Sales & Marketing Departments.
- Acquired and sourced essential items for ongoing company projects.
- Generated quotes and proposals for clients
Business Development Manager
Multi Cable Ltd
Dar Es Salaam
12.2006 - 05.2018
- Established and maintained professional connections to foster growth opportunities.
- Developed and managed relationships with new and existing customers, ensuring prompt responsiveness and support in collaboration with all relevant departments.
- Implemented employee incentive program, leading to a 20% increase in workforce efficiency.
- Promoted consistent compliance with company policies and procedures among all employees.
- Led a team of 5 engineers in transitioning to project management roles, improving product specifications and boosting total revenues by 20%
- Enhanced product specifications by training and developing a team of 5 engineers as project managers, leading to a 20% boost in total revenues.
- Enhanced sales performance by regularly training teams on product knowledge.
- Established and maintained connections with potential clients to arrange face-to-face meetings.
- Attended conferences, meetings, and industry events.
- Identified and pursued potential business opportunities by traveling to top buyers within and outside borders in neighboring countries.
General Sales Manager
Fuchs Oil (T) Ltd
Dar Es Salaam
10.2003 - 11.2006
- Led successful sales initiatives and fostered the development of a high-achieving sales team.
- Effectively managed customer relations issues to achieve prompt resolution and ensure client satisfaction.
- Maintained up-to-date product knowledge, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Ensured accurate and prompt processing of documentation, proposals, and quotes.
- Ensured team compliance with safe working practices, resulting in a 100% achievement rate.
- Promoted to branch manager of Fuchs Oil branch in Bulyanhulu, Kahama, Shinyanga between 2004 and 2006.
Education
Diploma in Software Engineering -
Aptech Education Centre
Pune, India12.2002
Diploma in Web + E-Commerce Technology -
Software Technology Group International
Pune, India12.2002
Skills
- Teamwork and Coordination
- Sales Management
- Budget Development
- Deadline Oriented
- Business Operations
- Problem Solving
- Business Development
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Negotiations
- Adaptability
- Team leadership
Certification
- Diploma in Digital Marketing
- Technical Training in Cables & Overhead Line Components
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Central Electricals International Ltd
09.2024 - Current
Business Development Manager
Lineit Components (Pty) Ltd
06.2018 - 09.2020
Business Development Manager
Multi Cable Ltd
12.2006 - 05.2018
General Sales Manager
Fuchs Oil (T) Ltd
10.2003 - 11.2006
Diploma in Software Engineering -
Aptech Education Centre
Diploma in Web + E-Commerce Technology -
Software Technology Group International
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
“A winner is a dreamer who never gives up.”
Nelson Mandela
Languages
Gujarati
Native language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Passions
- Electrical Industry Developments
- Community Volunteering
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