MOHAMMED RIZWAN AZEEZ SUMMARY

Over 10 years of extensive hands on experience in Sales & Marketing.

Highly goal-oriented, results driven and dedicated professional.

Self-motivated and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

Possesses strong Communication, Interpersonal and Relationship management skills. WORK EXPERIENCE

1 Currently working with Imperial Tobacco Group company (05.Sep.2009 to Present)

2 Worked as a General Trade Salesman in National Trading & Development EST for a period of 1 year (03.Sep.2008 – 10.Aug.2009)

3 Worked as a Senior Retail Sales Associate in Sun & Sands Sports LLC. for a period of 3 years (08.Aug.2005 -15.Aug.2008)

IMPERIAL TOBACCO GROUP

Middle East Division Key responsibilities Trade Marketing Representative (Dubai, Sharjah, Abu-Dhabi, Al-Ain, Northern Emirates)

Implementing Area Trade marketing strategies to achieve the agreed trade

coverage, brand visibility with regard to category management and annual contract

through negotiation .

Implementation of Key Account & Trade Channel programs to achieve Area, Channel Trade Marketing and Distribution targets.

Analyzing and reporting on market trends including promotion, competitor activity and upcoming products.

Representing company’s interests in the assigned area, marketing and promoting the sales for the ITG brands through traditional and modern channels.

Creating brand awareness and developing the new market of northern emirates and

keeping all potential outlets updated.

Establishing and maintaining excellent relationship with outlet owners/managers.

Researching & identifying targeted outlet for communication including P.O.S.M,

consumer programs and events to achieve highest quality brand’s presence .

Implementing Marketing Best Practices:

Increased the distribution and achieved organizational goals in terms of visibility in the market.

Basic technical skill (POSM fixing).

Coordinating on events, promoting the brand and introducing new consumers to the company.

Ability to convert new/unknown products into market leaders.

Introduced new consumer contacts through general trade channels.

Conducted yearly Market Survey to access ITG brand health in UAE market.

Added established stores as Davidoff exclusive outlets.

Execution of planned promotion activities.

NATIONAL TRADING & DEVLOPEMENT EST

Key responsibilities

General Trade Salesman Dubai

Maintaining stock level on daily basis .

Check and confirm the availability of all products.

Collection of all credit within company’s time period.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Consolidate daily sales report to sales manager.

Ensure 100 % distribution and visibility.

SUN & SANDS SPORT LLC

Key responsibilities Senior Retail Sales Associate

Dubai, Abu-Dhabi

Maximize the sale of Nike Brand.

Handling indoor sales.

Maintain an awareness of all promotions and advertisements .

Managing stock in all respect and space.

Assist in processing and replenishing merchandise.

Aid customers in locating merchandise.

Achievements

Field Force Excellence training (2013)

Selling & Distributing skills workshop (2012)

Basic Merchandising Skills workshop (2012 )

Academic Qualifications

Completed Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A), 2004.

Completed Higher Secondary Education, 2001.

Other Details Date of Birth: 19-04-1984. Nationality: Indian. Languages known: English, Hindi, Arabic (basic), Malayalam. Current Location: Dubai. Visa Details: Employment Visa (transferable) Marital Status: Married Reference: Will be provided on request.

Mobile: 00971-553404898, email:rizwanazeez84@gmail.com

Mohammed Rizwan Azeez