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Christo Patrick Van Zyl

Windhoek

Summary

Sales professional with solid background in managing high-performing sales teams and driving revenue growth. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing market demands. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, ensuring success and growth in competitive environments.


Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Sales Manager

Namibia Dairies
01.2018 - Current
  • Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
  • Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.

Area Sales Manager

Namibia Dairies
01.2014 - 12.2018
  • Established strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased customer retention and satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
  • Reported sales activity, generated sales quotations, and proposals and maintained customer contact database to achieve sales objectives and quota.
  • Managed a successful sales team, consistently achieving and exceeding monthly sales targets.

Sales Representative

Namibia Dairies
05.2012 - 12.2014
  • Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
  • Train and guide merchandisers through regular visits

Sales Representative

Tauber & Corrsen SWA (PTY) LTD
01.1997 - 01.2011
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.

Education

Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Development Studies, Business Studies, Geography, Biology

David Bezuidenhout High School
Windhoek, KH
11.1996

Skills

  • Customer service proficiency
  • Effective relationship management
  • Proficient in learning new skills quickly
  • Dedicated professional
  • Commitment to values
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficient in relationship management
  • Performance tracking and analysis
  • Inspiring team engagement
  • Leadership and training
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Comprehensive understanding of products

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager

Namibia Dairies
01.2018 - Current

Area Sales Manager

Namibia Dairies
01.2014 - 12.2018

Sales Representative

Namibia Dairies
05.2012 - 12.2014

Sales Representative

Tauber & Corrsen SWA (PTY) LTD
01.1997 - 01.2011

Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Development Studies, Business Studies, Geography, Biology

David Bezuidenhout High School

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