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Ludwig Griesel
Sales Representative
Bloemfontein,FS
When the going gets tuff the tuff gets going.
Ludwig Griesel
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Summary
Results-oriented leader with a solid background in sales and team management. Known for enhancing team effectiveness through clear objective setting and performance tracking, ready to leverage expertise to achieve ambitious sales goals and improve operational quality.
Overview
2
Languages
17
years of professional experience
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Radius Sales & MerchandisingBloemfontein, South Africa
Regional Sales Manager
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Formulated regional sales strategies to boost market penetration.
- Directed cross-functional teams to achieve alignment with company objectives.
- Analyzed performance metrics to pinpoint opportunities for operational enhancement.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to enhance promotional campaigns and initiatives.
- Directed various sites maintaining exceptional standards of operational quality.
- Established clear targets and objectives, articulating them to team members.
- Defined team priorities for streamlined operations and effective resource allocation. Managed schedules to support project timelines and accountability. Tracked performance indicators to enhance team effectiveness and output.
- Nurtured significant relationships with key clients to boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Encouraged regional staff to accomplish ambitious sales goals through implementation of a competitive incentive framework and acknowledgment of team successes.
- Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to drive revenue growth across multiple territories.
- Led regional sales initiatives to enhance market penetration and customer engagement.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, resulting in increased productivity and overall revenue growth.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
Flamingo Printers and Office supplies Welkom, South Africa
Sales Representative
02.2022 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Strengthened and upheld strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Implemented sales strategies to achieve quarterly targets while advancing revenue growth goals.
- Reviewed market trends to determine new business opportunities and enhance product offerings.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to develop promotional materials and campaigns.
- generated additional sales opportunities through upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded repeat business by building trust-based partnerships with key accounts supported by regular communication.
- Achieved sales targets beyond expectations through effective planning and disciplined goal setting.
- Set performance targets and achieved company-defined sales goals.
Dasy Group Mr SauceWelkom, South Africa
Sales Representative
01.2017 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their printing needs and recommend suitable products.
- Conducted product demonstrations to showcase capabilities of printing equipment and office supplies.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for customer demands and reducing backorders.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials that increased product awareness and sales.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms, boosting profitability on key product lines.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Managed portfolio of high-value accounts, ensuring they received exceptional service.
- Exceeded sales targets through effective planning and goal setting.
- Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio.
Dagbreek Primary SchoolWelkom, South Africa
Educator
01.2010 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and student participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Guided students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom happenings.
Education
UnisaWelkom, South Africa
Bachelor of Education from Education
02.2009 - 02.2013
Welkom GimnasiumWelkom, South Africa
High School Diploma
01.1994 - 02.2007
Skills
Strategic planning
Staff management
Sales orientation
Employee scheduling
Productivity improvements
Decision-making
Leadership skills
Regional planning
Sales planning
Personnel monitoring
Sales management
Personnel management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Documented and resolved Darling which led to Lower Returns.
- Achieved NPDS into all stores through effectively helping with Marketing and Sales.
Availability
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Interests
Outdoor Adventures
Exploring New Things
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Software
Excel
Microsoft Word
Powerpoint
Microsoft Office
Teams
Microsoft Access
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Radius Sales & Merchandising
02.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
Flamingo Printers and Office supplies
02.2022 - 12.2023
Sales Representative
Dasy Group Mr Sauce
01.2017 - 02.2021
Educator
Dagbreek Primary School
01.2010 - 12.2016
Unisa
Bachelor of Education from Education
02.2009 - 02.2013
Welkom Gimnasium
High School Diploma
01.1994 - 02.2007