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YUNUS JOHN COLTMAN

YUNUS JOHN COLTMAN

SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PORT ELIZABETH

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Motivated Sales Engineer with proven track record of building and growing sales territories in competitive environments. Dedicated to building rapport and maintaining loyal customer relationships through understanding needs and creating individual solutions. Offering deep technical acumen with strong communication skills to help customers understand product offerings. Driven and motivated Sales Engineer with exceptional consultative sales skills to help customers solve technical problems. Works in tandem with sales team to exceed customer expectations for functionality, cost-effectiveness and successful system rollout. Offering strong work ethic and track record of building loyal customer relationships. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level of Sales position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Business Sales Consultant / Key Accounts /NKA

Fidelity ADT Services
01.2013 - Current
  • Exceeded quarterly sales quotas consistently through diligent prospecting efforts and effective time management skills.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans tailored to client needs.
  • Identified new business opportunities through market research and networking activities, leading to a significant expansion of the client base.
  • Skillfully negotiated contract terms favorable for both the company and the client, fostering productive partnerships built on mutual understanding.
  • Delivered post-sale support by addressing issues promptly and ensuring client satisfaction, nurturing long-term business relationships.
  • Conducted comprehensive analyses of competitors'' offerings to identify potential gaps in the market and capitalize on emerging trends.
  • Developed targeted sales presentations that effectively communicated product features, benefits, and value propositions, resulting in successful negotiations and closed deals.
  • Established trust with prospective customers by conducting thorough needs assessments and offering tailored recommendations based on their unique objectives.
  • Worked with customers and engineering team to determine equipment needs and system requirements.
  • Delivered technical presentations matching audience level of expertise to explain products and services to customers.
  • Helped customers improve results by recommending changes focused on lowering costs, increasing production, or adding new functionality.
  • Wrote and updated sales and service contracts for sales.
  • Configured and modified product systems to meet customer-specific needs.
  • Assisted customers in troubleshooting product issues and provided timely technical support.
  • Contributed additional revenue to sales plans through resale opportunities.

Sales Consultant

FIDELITY ADT SERVICES
01.2004 - 12.2012

· Quoting on Alarm installations, upgrades, CCTV, Fire Detection systems.

· Meeting with clients & assessing their security needs

· Cold Calling

· Providing professional advice

· Supplying clients with quotations as well as signing contracts

· Liaise with technical department & clients

· Respond to queries of clients

· Meeting targets at all times

· Budget for installations

· Conduct meetings & presentations

· After sale service

· To serve all clients with the highest degree of integrity & keep them happy

Armed Response Officer

ADT Security
02.2002 - 02.2005

· Patrol & ensure that the area is safe all the time

· Protect the client’s premises

· Respond rapidly to alarm activations

· Most importantly to ensure the safety of the client

Control Clerk

Gentech
11.1998 - 10.2000

· Production planning of vacuum formed parts

· Calculation of material needed for specific parts

· Calculation of due dates for parts

· Ordering of PVC & styrene materials

· Mould Repairs

· Receiving & dispatching of goods

· Deliveries

· Cutting gaskets & sponges for sponge rollers

· Minor repairs to machines

· Based at VW working with masks & grommets

· Stock Control at VW

· Quality control of parts

· Invoicing

· General Filing

· Controlling of samples

· Making worksheets for tooling & manufacturing of metal parts

Team Leader

Grey Security
01.1996 - 12.1998
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
  • Implemented employee recognition programs that boosted morale and increased retention rates within the team.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.

Education

Project Management - Information Technology Project Management

Varsity College
Port Elizabeth
04.2001 -

No Degree - Security Management – Grade A

Intec College
Port Elizabeth
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Chatty High School
Port Elizabeth
04.2001 -

Skills

Performance Tracking

Industry Expertise

Sales Pipeline Management

Competitive Analysis

Additional Information

REFERENCES

Mr Kaizer Gilili - Fidelity-ADT Security Solutions– 041 393 3101 / 083 286 5764

Mr Shellwin Matowa – Kusela Security Solutions –078 457 7935 – 041 393 3276

Mr Ryan Britz – ADT Security – 079 138 4484 / 041 393 3171

Mr B Le Roux – ADT Security – 082 902 5711 / 041 393 3120

Mr Ben van Rensburg – Gray Security – 041 396 9600

Mr Kevin Reddy – Gentech – 041 453 1900

Timeline

Business Sales Consultant / Key Accounts /NKA

Fidelity ADT Services
01.2013 - Current

Sales Consultant

FIDELITY ADT SERVICES
01.2004 - 12.2012

Armed Response Officer

ADT Security
02.2002 - 02.2005

Project Management - Information Technology Project Management

Varsity College
04.2001 -

No Degree - Security Management – Grade A

Intec College
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Chatty High School
04.2001 -

Control Clerk

Gentech
11.1998 - 10.2000

Team Leader

Grey Security
01.1996 - 12.1998
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