ERNEST LUDICK
Gauteng
Summary
Recognized for transforming challenging clients into loyal customers through exceptional relationship-building and process understanding. Demonstrates a high-energy approach with strong prospecting and negotiation skills, consistently exceeding customer relationships. Proven track record in driving team-based sales initiatives and fostering welcoming environments to achieve strategic goals. Adaptive at lead generation and product demonstration, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Agent
Gilmour Collection
Cape Town
08.2024 - Current
- Improved customer service feedback scores through outstanding service.
- Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients by using pre-qualifying questions.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend the best possible vehicle for them.
Business Developer
Markets.com South Africa
Cape Town
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Building trusting client relationships
- Signing up new clients
- Contributed to marketing efforts
- Established relationships with key customers and partners to ensure successful product launches.
- Assessed client business needs and recommended best-fit products and services.
Sales
Blue Asset Group
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Building report with new and current clients
- Ensuring all targets are met
- Product training
- Assisting with team management from time-management, communication skills, and ensuring sales targets are met
- Sales training was conducted
- Life coach training given to team (2-3 training sessions weekly)
- I transitioned from my previous employment to relocate to Cape Town
Pro Shop Assistant
Centurion Country Club Pro Shop
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted with day-to-day operations in the Pro Shop, including inventory management and customer service
- Developed strong interpersonal skills and a customer-centric approach to service
- Gained exposure to the golf industry
Sales Representative
Planet Fitness
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Providing excellent customer service and support to gym members.
- Developed communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed teams of 10 people in the sales teams, to help drive sales targets as well as strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure repeat business.
Education
GED - Matric certificate
McHausen Academy
01.2019
Skills
- Business prospecting
- New business development
- Relationship building and rapport
- Effective customer communication
- Training and mentoring
- Client management
- Public speaking
- Sales follow-up
Languages
- English
- Afrikaans
Areasofcompetency
- Driven and adaptable individual with a background in professional golf.
- Completed coursework within the financial sector.
- Proven track record of entrepreneurial achievement.
- Passion for finance and strategic thinking.
- Ability to excel in different types of environments.
- Committed to continuous growth and delivering results across various levels.
Affiliations
- History of being a professional golfer, understanding that business happens anywhere, not just in the office
Timeline
Sales Agent
Gilmour Collection
08.2024 - Current
Business Developer
Markets.com South Africa
02.2024 - 08.2024
Sales
Blue Asset Group
04.2023 - 10.2023
Pro Shop Assistant
Centurion Country Club Pro Shop
09.2022 - 04.2023
Sales Representative
Planet Fitness
05.2022 - 08.2022
GED - Matric certificate
McHausen Academy
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