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Khaled El-kalatawi

Khaled El-kalatawi

Dubai,UAE

Summary

I consider myself a responsible, creative, with initiative and respecting time, I accept with pleasure the challenges and goals that your organization could assign me, with good handle of the interpersonal relationships, ability to work in teams, ability to work under high pressure, so as to solve problems efficiently and achieve the goals set by the company and my work group.

Experienced Sales Expertise in Automotive Inspections, Telecom Sales, and Team Leadership | Strong Negotiation & Customer Engagement Skills

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Purchaser

Dubizzle Cars
Dubai, UAE
11.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrate a clear ability to price a multitude of vehicles within the dubizzle pro boundaries
  • Negotiate with customers to price cars effectively ensuring an efficient sale with maximum margin
  • Purchasing cars for retail within the given criteria
    Pricing cars for managed service and ensuring cars are priced competitively.
  • Achieve a healthy margin on retail (10%)
  • Maintain healthy stock with average days in stock of 30 days
  • Achieve monthly targets and margins (Retail, Managed, Auction)
  • Ability to adjust the price of vehicles to reflect the mileage, colour, warranty/service, engines, specifications and condition etc.
  • Efficient data entry of customer and car credentials using the Salesforce CRM system to ensure current and future databases are maintained
  • Build and maintain customer relationships to generate potential future business
  • Oversee the representation process including meet and greet through to handover to enhance the overall customer experience

Sourcing Inspector /Car Buyer

Sell Any Car
Dubai, UAE
06.2023 - 11.2024

● Conduct Vehicle Inspections: Thoroughly examine vehicles for defects, damages, and compliance with safety regulations.
● Assess Vehicle Condition: Evaluate mechanical, electrical, and aesthetic aspects of vehicles to determine overall condition and value.
● Prepare Inspection Reports: Document findings in detailed reports, noting any repairs needed and overall vehicle quality.
● Negotiate Purchase Terms: Discuss pricing and terms with sellers based on inspection results to ensure favorable deals. Engage in negotiations with sellers to secure the best possible price and terms.

Sales Executive

Etisalat
Al Fujairah City, UAE
04.2016 - 06.2023

● Sales Planning and Strategy: Developing and implementing strategies to meet individual and team sales targets.
● Customer Engagement: Contacting existing and prospective customers in-person meetings to promote Etisalat products and services.
● Product Knowledge and Presentations: Effectively presenting telecom solutions (such as mobile, internet, and business plans) to meet customer needs and explain their benefits.
● Negotiations and Deal Closure: Handling negotiations, preparing quotes or proposals, and closing deals to meet revenue targets.
● Customer Relationship Management: Maintaining relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business and address their inquiries or complaints.

Sales supervisor

MAF Hyper Markets (Carrefour)
Dubai, UAE
12.2014 - 03.2016

● Team Supervision and Motivation: Oversee daily operations of sales staff, providing guidance, training, and support to meet sales goals.
● Sales Strategy Implementation: Develop and implement sales plans or strategies to boost revenue and market presence.
● Performance Monitoring: Regularly assess individual and team performance, providing feedback, conducting evaluations, and setting actionable goals.
● Customer Relationship Management: Ensure excellent customer service by resolving issues and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.
● Reporting and Analytics: Analyze sales data to generate reports for senior management, helping align strategies with business goals.
● Inventory and Product Management: Coordinate with other departments to manage inventory levels, promotions, and product displays.

Site Engineer

ITALPROGETTI
Cairo, Egypt
02.2012 - 07.2014

● Project Coordination and Supervision: Overseeing the daily construction activities to ensure work aligns with design and technical plans. Collaborating with project managers, architects, and engineers to address project needs and timelines.
● Quality Control and Compliance: Monitoring construction quality and safety standards to ensure compliance with health and environmental regulations. Performing regular inspections and troubleshooting on-site technical issues as they arise
● Technical Support and Documentation: Preparing engineering reports, cost estimates, and work schedules. Maintaining detailed records of site activities and progress reports for stakeholders and clients
● Supplier and Resource Management: Ensuring timely procurement of tools, materials, and resources required for the treatment station. Negotiating with vendors and subcontractors to secure favorable terms for equipment and services
● Problem Solving and Adjustments: Identifying potential issues and implementing solutions to keep the project on schedule and within budget. Advising site workers on technical aspects and facilitating smooth communication between teams

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Power Engineering

Alexandria University
Egypt
09.2004 - 06.2010

Skills

● Management Skills
● Customer Service
● Creativity
● Negotiation
● Critical Thinking
● Leadership

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Purchaser

Dubizzle Cars
11.2024 - Current

Sourcing Inspector /Car Buyer

Sell Any Car
06.2023 - 11.2024

Sales Executive

Etisalat
04.2016 - 06.2023

Sales supervisor

MAF Hyper Markets (Carrefour)
12.2014 - 03.2016

Site Engineer

ITALPROGETTI
02.2012 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Power Engineering

Alexandria University
09.2004 - 06.2010
Khaled El-kalatawi