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Jacqueline Kojwang

Nairobi

Summary

Sales professional with extensive experience in client engagement and problem resolution. Proven track record of achieving sales targets and enhancing customer retention through effective relationship management. Demonstrated ability to support administrative functions, including organizing inventory and managing transactions. Committed to leveraging skills to contribute to organizational success and expand professional capabilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Sales Representative

East African Educational Publishers
Nairobi
01.2024 - Current

Executed sales and marketing strategies for educational materials.

Managed client relationships to enhance retention and satisfaction.

Coordinated order processing and delivery logistics for timely fulfillment.

Expanded market presence through territory coverage initiatives.

Conducted sales reporting and maintained comprehensive documentation.

Facilitated debt collection processes to improve cash flow.

Provided product knowledge training to enhance team expertise.

Represented company at book fairs and exhibitions to promote products.

Debt Collector

Skywave Management
Nairobi
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Contacted debtors via telephone to facilitate timely payments according to established guidelines.
  • Developed strategic plans for recovering outstanding payments with professionalism and persuasion.
  • Informed superiors regarding debtors who exhibited unwillingness or inability to pay.
  • Negotiated payment plans and deadlines while fostering positive relationships with customers.
  • Managed customer accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding debts.
  • Assisted team in developing strategies for improving collections processes and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share insights on challenging accounts and solutions.
  • Educated clients about debt responsibilities and potential consequences of non-payment.
  • Verified accuracy of account information and updated records accordingly.
  • Processed incoming payments from customers according to established procedures.

Sales Assistant

Little Rascals
Nairobi
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Processed cash transactions and card payments efficiently.
  • Handled customer inquiries via phone and email promptly.
  • Assisted with inventory management, including receiving and stocking merchandise.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, escalating issues to store manager as needed.
  • Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
  • Managed inventory levels and organized stock on shelves.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.

Sales Representative

Fame Grace Investment
Nairobi
06.2012 - 12.2014
  • Executed office administration and conducted field sales of company products and accessories.
  • Utilized Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel, for various tasks.
  • Handled banking transactions, including cash deposits and withdrawals for C.E.O.
  • Cultivated positive corporate relationships through effective customer care and product publicity.
  • Developed relationships with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve products and services.
  • Performed regular follow-ups with prospects to close deals in a timely manner.
  • Created detailed reports on daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity.

Education

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Purchasing And Supply

KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT (KIM)
Nairobi
11-2016

Certificate - German Language And Literature

GOETHE INSTITUTE
Nairobi
10-2013

Certificate - Management

KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
Nairobi
03-2013

Certificate - Arabic

KENYA INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Nairobi
06-2012

High School Diploma - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

SERARE HIGH SCHOOL
Nairobi
12-2008

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Negotiation strategies
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Decision making
  • Problem solving
  • Client relationship management
  • Sales reporting
  • Customer acquisition
  • Inventory management
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution

References

  • Cheryl Sika

HR, East African Educational Publishers

Mobile No. 0114 842 074

Email: human.resource@eastafricanpublishers.com 

  • Marie Hadasa

C.E.O, Little Rascals Ltd
Mobile No. 0726 157 599
Email: hadasamary.mh@gmail.com

  • Njoki Ndichu

C.E.O, Fame Grace Investments
Mobile No. 0720 412 799
Email: sandrandichU2005@yahoo.com

  • Sylvia Ichiara

Lecturer, Kenya Institute of Management (K.I.M)
Mobile: 0724 272 200
Email: ichariasylvia@gmail.com 

Timeline

Contract Sales Representative

East African Educational Publishers
01.2024 - Current

Debt Collector

Skywave Management
05.2022 - 12.2023

Sales Assistant

Little Rascals
04.2019 - 02.2020

Sales Representative

Fame Grace Investment
06.2012 - 12.2014

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Purchasing And Supply

KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT (KIM)

Certificate - German Language And Literature

GOETHE INSTITUTE

Certificate - Management

KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT

Certificate - Arabic

KENYA INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES

High School Diploma - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

SERARE HIGH SCHOOL
Jacqueline Kojwang