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Abana Arooj

Abana Arooj

Business Development
Karachi,SD

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in business development, sales execution, customer service, and client relationship management. Expertise in leveraging exceptional communication and strategic problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions that enhance customer satisfaction. Versatile experience spans diverse functions, including sales development, executive support, recruitment, virtual assistance, and customer care. Committed to contributing to organizational growth and operational excellence in a challenging new role.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Development Manager

Quickstart
05.2024 - 12.2024

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead Generation: Identify and qualify potential leads using tools like Apollo.io and HubSpot to build targeted prospect lists.
  • Cold Outreach: Execute high-volume cold calling and cold emailing campaigns to engage prospects and generate interest in our solutions.
  • Appointment Setting: Schedule qualified meetings between prospects and account executives, ensuring smooth handoffs and high conversion rates.
  • CRM Management: Maintain accurate records and activity logs in HubSpot, tracking engagement, follow-ups, and lead progression.
  • Campaign Optimization: Continuously analyze outreach performance and optimize messaging, cadences, and targeting strategies to improve response rates and meeting conversions.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and sales teams to align on ICP (Ideal Customer Profile), messaging, and campaign strategy.

Project Manager

The Salvation Army
10.2022 - 10.2023

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare detailed financial reports to ensure transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making across all ongoing social initiatives.
  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Conduct regular surveys and data collection to assess the effectiveness and impact of social work programs.
  • Audit & Compliance: Implement robust checks and balances to ensure all activities are aligned with organizational policies, donor requirements, and financial regulations.
  • Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of expenditures, budgets, and program outcomes for internal reporting and external audits.
  • Process Improvement: Identify gaps or inefficiencies in program implementation and financial management, and recommend corrective actions to enhance overall operational performance.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with program teams and external partners to gather insights and provide timely updates on project status, financial health, and compliance issues.

Sales Team Leader

BB Solution
01.2022 - 09.2022

Sales Team Leadership & Performance Management:

  • Team Supervision: Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the sales team, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and sales strategies.
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracked and analyzed individual and team sales performance metrics to drive productivity and accountability.
  • Target Achievement: Led the team in consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets through strategic planning, coaching, and motivation.
  • Training & Development: Provided ongoing support and training to enhance the skills and effectiveness of sales representatives.
  • Sales Strategy Execution: Implemented effective sales techniques and initiatives to maximize revenue growth and market penetration.
  • Reporting: Delivered regular performance reports and insights to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Customer Service Representative

Mindbridge
02.2021 - 12.2021

Customer Engagement & Product Support:

  • Client Interaction: Served as the primary point of contact for customers, delivering exceptional service and addressing inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
  • Product Consultation: Provided detailed information about products, helping customers understand features, benefits, and best-use practices to support informed purchasing decisions.
  • Service Delivery: Assisted customers with company-related services, ensuring a seamless and positive experience throughout the customer journey.
  • Problem Resolution: Handled customer concerns and issues promptly, maintaining high satisfaction and strengthening client relationships.
  • Feedback Collection: Gathered customer feedback to identify areas for product or service improvement and reported insights to relevant departments.

Team Leader

Techadmin
06.2019 - 12.2020

Sales Team Leadership & Performance Management:

  • Team Supervision: Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the sales team, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and sales strategies.
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracked and analyzed individual and team sales performance metrics to drive productivity and accountability.
  • Target Achievement: Led the team in consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets through strategic planning, coaching, and motivation.
  • Training & Development: Provided ongoing support and training to enhance the skills and effectiveness of sales representatives.
  • Sales Strategy Execution: Implemented effective sales techniques and initiatives to maximize revenue growth and market penetration.
  • Reporting: Delivered regular performance reports and insights to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Customer Service Representative

Abacus Consulting
02.2017 - 03.2018

Customer Engagement & Product Support:

  • Client Interaction: Served as the primary point of contact for customers, delivering exceptional service and addressing inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
  • Product Consultation: Provided detailed information about products, helping customers understand features, benefits, and best-use practices to support informed purchasing decisions.
  • Service Delivery: Assisted customers with company-related services, ensuring a seamless and positive experience throughout the customer journey.
  • Problem Resolution: Handled customer concerns and issues promptly, maintaining high satisfaction and strengthening client relationships.
  • Feedback Collection: Gathered customer feedback to identify areas for product or service improvement and reported insights to relevant departments.

Education

Intermediate - Fine Arts

Allama Iqbal Open University
01.2022

Hotel Management and Tourism - undefined

Nicon Group of Colleges
01.2016

Matriculation - Biology

BISE
Rawalpindi
01.2012

Skills

Sales team development

References

Will be available on request.

Timeline

Sales Development Manager

Quickstart
05.2024 - 12.2024

Project Manager

The Salvation Army
10.2022 - 10.2023

Sales Team Leader

BB Solution
01.2022 - 09.2022

Customer Service Representative

Mindbridge
02.2021 - 12.2021

Team Leader

Techadmin
06.2019 - 12.2020

Customer Service Representative

Abacus Consulting
02.2017 - 03.2018

Hotel Management and Tourism - undefined

Nicon Group of Colleges

Matriculation - Biology

BISE

Intermediate - Fine Arts

Allama Iqbal Open University
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