Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Dance, Basketball, Singing, Drawing
Timeline
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Merina Kabakaki

Merina Kabakaki

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record as Senior Sales Manager at Lweru Plastics, excelling in sales coaching, negotiation, and strategic relationship building. Consistently delivered sales growth through innovative techniques, performance tracking, and empowering high-performing teams.

Bilingual in Swahili with working knowledge of French and Spanish, fostering meaningful connections across diverse communities and markets. Skilled in client engagement, customer retention, and market analysis, with a strong ability to lead teams and drive results in fast-paced environments.

Now seeking to transition into a new, impactful field, leveraging transferable skills in leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Known for a positive attitude, interpersonal strengths, and a foundation in community service and event coordination. Dedicated to making a meaningful difference by combining strategic thinking with collaboration, compassion, and creativity

Overview

1
year of professional experience

Work History

Lweru Plastics

Senior Sales Manager
06.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Increased overall sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategy and building strong client relationships.
  • Mentored junior sales professionals in advanced selling techniques, resulting in accelerated career progression and enhanced contributions to overall team success.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Improved customer retention rates by delivering exceptional after-sales support and fostering long-term relationships with key accounts.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, opportunities for growth, and potential risks to inform business strategy.
  • Cultivated a culture of accountability within the sales team by setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback, and recognizing exceptional performance.
  • Championed the adoption of new sales tools and technologies to modernize operations, improve efficiency, and enhance overall team performance.

Nava

Social Media Content Creator
06.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Enhanced brand awareness by creating engaging and shareable social media content.
  • Managed content across multiple platforms for widest audience reach.
  • Increased audience engagement through the development of tailored content for each platform.
  • Scheduled regular postings using social media management tools, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content for followers'' consumption.
  • Managed social media accounts, ensuring timely responses to comments and messages from the community.
  • Utilized visual storytelling techniques, incorporating eye-catching images and videos into posts for higher engagement rates.
  • Conducted hashtag research to improve post visibility on various platforms, driving organic follower growth.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to adjust strategies and optimize content for maximum impact.

Education

Dar Es Salaam Independent School
Tanzania

High School Diploma

University Overview

  • Study Abroad: [Elementary to Middle school] - [St John's International School], [Belgium]
  • [Shadow a doctor], CCBRT], Completed [2024]
  • [Post] for [Lions], [2018] to [2021]
  • [Defender] for [Lions], [2018] to [2020]
  • [Service], [Rotary Club], [2024] to [2025]
  • Recipient of [Knowledgeable], [2018]
  • Recipient of [Community Service], [2024]
  • Recipient of [Excellent Performance and Involvement], [2024]

Near East University
Cyprus

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
06-2031

University Overview

  • Completed University-level Coursework: [Social Responsibility], [Near East University]

Skills

  • Sales coaching
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Performance tracking and evaluations
  • Profitability optimization
  • Proposal development
  • Social media savvy
  • Staff management
  • Positive and upbeat
  • Video editing
  • Content production
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient

Dance, Basketball, Singing, Drawing

Dance, Basketball, Singing, Drawing

Creative & Performing Arts Experience

  • Engaged in dance, singing, and drawing from a young age, developing strong creativity, self-expression, and confidence.
  • Lifelong passion for drawing , inspired by early art lessons; cultivated discipline and continuous skill development.
  • Active participation in musical theatre , integrating acting, dance, singing, and stagecraft to deliver successful performances.
  • Experienced in ensemble collaboration , contributing to team cohesion and achieving shared goals in productions.

Athletics & Teamwork

  • Long-term involvement in basketball , fostering camaraderie, resilience, and leadership through teamwork.
  • Built strong interpersonal connections and community engagement through sports.

Key Skills

  • Creativity & Artistic Expression
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Performance & Presentation Skills
  • Discipline & Continuous Learning
  • Leadership & Community Building


Timeline

Senior Sales Manager
Lweru Plastics
06.2024 - 02.2025
Social Media Content Creator
Nava
06.2024 - 02.2025
Dar Es Salaam Independent School
High School Diploma
Near East University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Merina Kabakaki