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ABBATH AHZAN

Business Development Manager

Mobile: +974 7098 9809 Email: abbathahamed@gmail.com Qatar ID/Passport: 28814407976/ N2227085 Driving License: 28814407976 Age: 29 (28-02-1988) Nationality: Sri Lankan Relationship: Married

PERSONAL PROFILE

I am resourceful, forward thinking and goal driven with a passion and flair for marketing and sales. I am proficient in English - both written and oral, learn very quickly, adapt well to new environments and markets and enjoy challenges! I hold a Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Management (Northwood University, USA) and can offer you 5 Years Qatar work experience and over 10 years combined experience in sales and marketing, at both executive level and leadership positions. My work experience mainly includes Administration, Direct Marketing/Selling, Technical Sales, Product/Service Marketing, Client Management & Market Research both and intermediate experience in Product Launching, Purchasing, Brand Planning and formulating Business Plans. I have also been able to enhance my People skills, Report Writing skills, Presentation skills and Negotiation skills through my work experience and practical education. I have always been very enthusiastic in my life to overcome challenging opportunities. I assure you that I will render my services to the best of my effort and skills to your organization with my hard & bona-fide work.

CAREER OBJECTIVES To be able to utilize my strong communication, interpersonal &

administrative skills along with my creativity, educational background

and ability to work well with people to maximize personal & company

growth.

Relevance to this

GCC Exposure

Business Acumen

Proficient at Technical Sales

Marketing.

Client Relation.

Office Administration.

Fast learner and able to adapt to a fast paced environment.

Presentation, Communications & Liaison.

Excellent written and oral command of English.

Excellent team working skills.

Ability to build excellent relationships with customers.

A hands-on person with good business acumen.

Timely, Diplomatic and assertiveness in People Management.

Ready do work under pressure and independently.

Technical Issues Follow Up.

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August 2014 – Current:

PROFESSIONAL CAREER: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Toscana Security System W.L.L, Qatar (www.toscanasecurityventure.com)

Company Industry: Construction & Trading (Systems Integration)

Toscana Security System W.L.L. (part of Toscana Venture Group, 2003) provides a range of turnkey security systems IP CCTV camera surveillance, perimeter intrusion, access control, RFID based systems, evacuation alarms, fire suppression, and various security services.

Responsible for driving adoption of services to all market segments - Private, Commercial, Governmental, and Military clients

Keeping up to date with the relevant developments in the marketplace. Accessing any need for strategic planning or contingencies

Working with the relevant internal department and external partnerships to ensure that employees and the company always keeps its goals and targets

Pitching clients and consultants as well as gauging and understanding their requirements, budgets in order to propose relevant solutions.

Working closely with principals and suppliers in order to prepare and assist pre sales team. Perform cost and profit analysis accordingly.

Client management – maintain working relationships with existing clients, consultants & suppliers in commercial & government sectors.

Document Drafting – preparing material submittal reports, technical data, and legally binding submittals for B2B and government entities.

June 2012 – July 2014:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Builldmore W.L.L, Qatar (www.buildmore-group.com) Company Industry: Construction & Trading (Contracting)

Successful at networking and maintaining cohesive working relationships with portfolio of clients, consultants and key customers.

I increased the number of existing projects from 15 at the time of employment to 79 as of 16/07/2014 – more than a 420% increase in contract sales.

Project Management for all installations.

Accomplished at preparing Material Submittal reports, commercial and technical data, and drafting relevant submittals for tender submissions and submittals for consultant vendor list.

Responding to all forms of inquiries.

Developed comprehensive Product profiles, promotional material, as well as development of new product categories,

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Nov 2011 – May 2012:

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE Tradesmann SL PVT LTD, Sri Lanka (www.tradesmann.com)

Company Industry: Manufacturing, Trading, Distribution

Job Role (SUMMARISED. MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FURNISHED UPON REQUEST):

Developing new products (Plumbing, Electricals and Hardware) by routinely conducting market research & product research prior to sourcing new products.

Promoted and transferred to take over Electrical and LED Lighting division – “SWITCHEL".

Oct 2008 – Oct 2010: TEAM LEADER – BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EDGE Group PVT LTD (World Trade Centre, Sri Lanka)(www.e-edge.biz)

Company Industry: BPO: IT and Communication Industry (UK Blue Chip companies) Job Role (SUMMARISED - DETAILED INFORMATION CAN BE FURNISHED UPON

REQUEST):

Telemarketing & Customer Relations Executive for UK Clients - Marketing telecommunications products and services to offshore clients, offering customer service and issue management.

Promoted to Team Leader (February 2009):

ACADEMIC

2010

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) – Marketing and Management (University of Northwood, USA)

Jan 1996 - 2004 Lyceum International School (English Language)

TARGET JOB

Target Job Location:

North America, Canada, Middle East.

Target Industry: Construction and Real Estate, Information and Communication Technology, Security Systems, Multi-National Companies.

Employment Status: Full time

SKILLS

Skill

Skill Level*

Yrs of Experience

Last Used

Marketing / Customer Service & Relations / People Skills Office Administration

Experienced Intermediate

More than 9 years 6 years or less

Current Current

Public Speaking/Presentation and Communication

Expert 14 years or less Current

Email / Letter Drafting / Report Writing Experienced 14 years less Current

* Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Experienced, Expert

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Skill

Skill Level*

Yrs of Experience

Last Used

Market Research Advanced 6 year or less Current

Computer and MS Office Expert More than 10 years Current

LANGUAGES

Language Skill Level* Yrs of Experience Last Used

English Expert Native Speaker Current

Tamil Expert Mother Tongue Current

Honours

Year Honour

2002 British Federation of Festival for Music and Speech UK in Sri Lanka, Merits Award.

2001 Trinity College UK, Speech and Drama Festival, Merit Award.

1995-2003 Lyceum International School, Awards of Excellence in English, Social Studies, Biology

2003 Japan Karetedo Itoushu - Kai, 13th National Championship, 3rd Place.

REFERENCES (Others references can be furnished upon request)

Mr. Ramiz Hamarneh Mr. Ayaz Ahmed Khan Mr. George V Morcos

General Manager Toscana Security System W.L.L. Mobile: +974 5015 6168 Email: ramiz@toscanasecurityventure

Technical Sales Manager Toscana Security System W.L.L. Mobile: +974 7737 2612 Email: akhan@toscanasecurityventure.com

General Manager Buildmore W.L.L. Mobile: +974 3384 2106 Email: gvm@buildmore-

group.com

I do here by certify that all information given above is true and accurate up to the best of my knowledge.

Abbath Ahzan Last Updated: 15 September 2017