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Alfie Martin

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Results-driven professional with 5 years of overall experience and nearly 3 years in the automotive industry. Proven expertise in vehicle purchasing, market evaluation, and strategic negotiation. Skilled at identifying high-performing brands and models suited to specific markets and climates. Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of automotive trends. Adaptable and proactive, with a keen eye for value and opportunity in fast-paced, results-oriented environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Purchaser

hiCar
Dubai, Uae
07.2024 - Current
  • Devised a system for keeping track of contract expiration dates to avoid lapses in overaged stock
  • Conducted market research to identify potential new clients and potential purchases.
  • Stayed ahead of industry trends and market price affecting costs to make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Improved supplier selection with rigorous research and comparison.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes for improved efficiency and cost savings.
  • Negotiated better prices through strategic sourcing, driving cost reduction.
  • Identified opportunities for bulk purchases leading to significant cost savings.
  • Accurately anticipated future customer demand through predictive analysis of historical data.

Sales executive

TheCarPeople
Dubai, UAE
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed customer loyalty with excellent customer service, leading to repeat business.
  • Responded promptly to customer queries, ensuring resolution whilst upholding satisfaction levels.
  • Fostered a positive team environment, resulting in increased morale and performance amongst staff members.
  • Generated new leads and opportunities to maximise revenue.
  • Maintained contact with customers throughout sales and pre-delivery process.
  • Maintained awareness of market price, product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.

Sales manager

EvnviroClean
Dubai, UAE
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts to secure long-term client commitment.
  • Streamlined sales processes to enhance team productivity.
  • Enhanced market penetration with effective territory management.
  • Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
  • Managed team of 3 members staff, driving performance with motivational strategies to exceed sales targets.
  • Customized promotional strategies to meet needs of different clients, products and services.

Social media marketing intern

Grassroots Creative Agency
Dubai, UAE
03.2020 - 12.2021
  • Increased brand awareness by curating engaging content for social media platforms.
  • Liaised with influencers to arrange beneficial partnerships and collaborations.
  • Designed visually appealing graphics for use across multiple platforms.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas for promotional strategies.
  • Developed marketing strategies for improved engagement with target audience.
  • Analysed performance metrics, providing insights into campaign effectiveness.

Education

GCSE - High School

Bishop Heber High School
United Kingdom, Chester
08.2014 - 05.2019

Skills

  • Supplier performance evaluation
  • Decision-Making aptitude
  • Inventory control knowledge
  • Data analysis competence
  • Product Sourcing
  • Negotiating better prices on potential purchases
  • Analysing market prices and trends
  • Product Knowledge
  • Supplier negotiation

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Purchaser

hiCar
07.2024 - Current

Sales executive

TheCarPeople
08.2023 - 06.2024

Sales manager

EvnviroClean
02.2022 - 08.2023

Social media marketing intern

Grassroots Creative Agency
03.2020 - 12.2021

GCSE - High School

Bishop Heber High School
08.2014 - 05.2019

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