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Jimmy Joseph Opio
Procurement Specialist
Lira
Summary
Resilient Direct Sales Representative offering five years of experience. Exceptional negotiator and persuasive communicator with demonstrated track record of success in Business to Business and Business to Customer sales.Good report writing and contract preparation skills. Self-motivated outside sales professional experienced in both technical and non-technical, fast-paced team environments. Relationship building and closing expert. Achievements include adding over 200 new customers and increasing revenue by Ugx;100m. Hardworking, reliable and diligent sales leader. Reliable employee seeking Procurement officer position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level procurement position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Direct Sales Representative
Dfcu Bank
Lira
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Met customers in homes and businesses to discuss and demonstrate products.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
- Wrote reports outlining activities and sales.
- Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
Financial Sales Consultant
Prudential Assurance
Lira
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Oversaw financial sales to monitor compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
- Collected data on competitors' pricing and promotions through primary and secondary research techniques.
- Worked with clients to provide competitive commercial banking solutions and retail financing plans.
- Educated and worked with clients on ROI terms to find accurate solutions.
- Prepared contracts and related documentation according to strict standards.
- Networked to identify potential new clients and expand geographic territories.
- Gathered customer information and maintained in CRM database.
- Discussed financial options with clients and provided informed suggestions.
- Developed and maintained strong knowledge of multiple products and varying levels of benefits within each product.
- Maintained regular contact with clients to inform about transactions and performance.
- Contacted prospective customers to present service options and explain details.
- Responded to customer questions and concerns or escalated to supervisor for resolution.
- Answered inquiries and provided information to sales representatives, distributed appropriate paperwork and fulfilled quote requests to deliver excellent customer support.
Relationship Officer
Opportunity Bank
lira
10.2017 - 03.2019
- Retained and grew portfolio of relationships by performing proactive, mobile and value-adding partnership role.
- Monitored, followed-up and escalated cases to meet customer response commitments.
- Generated new business and referral clients in partnership with financial advisors and branch team.
- Worked with credit and operations departments to facilitate communication and deliver personalized solutions to customers.
- Supported credit team in implementing sales tactics and achieving growth objectives and sales targets.
- Liaised with clients by phone, email and text messaging to meet client needs and define expectations.
- Achieved goals for sale of bank products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.
- Maintained knowledge on banking products and distribution to provide optimal service support.
- Utilized prospecting techniques to identify potential clients and create opportunities to sell financial services.
- Achieved client satisfaction and loyalty by establishing collaborative relationships, facilitating needs assessment.
- Educated clients on available technological tools, enabling development and implementation of solutions to achieve personal financial goals.
- Assisted customers with opening accounts and signing up for new services.
- Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
- Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
- Worked with clients to address and respond to client and partnership management issues.
Internship Student
Nile Breweries Limited
Mbarara
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Oversaw and improved assortment selection for all departments within production area with combined total of $6000 in storage.
- Input data into system and recorded order updates with 90% accuracy.
- Performed weekly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers and sales associates to provide feedback.
- Reduced downtime in warehouse operations by ensuring reorders were aligned with store sales and backlog.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
Internship Student
Lira District Local Government
Lira
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
- Distributed office supplies and files for staff.
- Maintained office schedule and calendar of workflow and meetings.
- Took meeting notes and compiled paperwork to support department.
Enrollment Officer
Electrol Commission of Uganda
kampala
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Consulted with government regulatory and licensing agencies to verify institutional conformance with applicable standards.
- Implemented recruitment methods designed to increase application pool within targeted areas.
- Designed effective and user-friendly processes for both admissions and applicant review.
- Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
Education
Bachelor of Procurement And Supply Chain Managment - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management
Makerere University
Kampala 09.2014 - 01.2017
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - Accounting And Business Management
Comboni College
Lira 02.2011 - 11.2013
Uganda Certificate of Education - Accounting And Business Management
Seeta High School
Mbalala 01.2008 - 10.2011
Skills
Business growth and retention
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 3 intern students during bidding process at Lira District Local Government.
- Documented and resolved evaluation exercise and discrepancies respectively which led to ease in contract awarding by contracts committee at Lira District Local Government.
- Collaborated with team of product development in the development of Loan Originating System at Dfcu Bank.
- Achieved accounts opening monthly sales target by completing documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
Additional Information
I have the will to learn and unlearn, to grow into a professional skilled employee with value.
Interests
Work Availability
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Timeline
Direct Sales Representative
Dfcu Bank
08.2019 - 08.2022
Financial Sales Consultant
Prudential Assurance
03.2019 - 08.2019
Relationship Officer
Opportunity Bank
10.2017 - 03.2019
Internship Student
Nile Breweries Limited
06.2016 - 08.2016
Internship Student
Lira District Local Government
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Procurement And Supply Chain Managment - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management
Makerere University
09.2014 - 01.2017
Enrollment Officer
Electrol Commission of Uganda
01.2014 - 08.2014
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - Accounting And Business Management
Comboni College
02.2011 - 11.2013
Uganda Certificate of Education - Accounting And Business Management
Seeta High School
01.2008 - 10.2011
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