FZFarhan Zahid
@farhanzahid
Results-driven sales professional with over 7 years of experience.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated sales professional with over 7 years of experience in the FMCG industry, specializing in leading teams and driving revenue growth. My career has been marked by a proven ability to develop and execute successful sales strategies, build strong customer relationships, and consistently exceed targets. Currently, I serve as a Senior Area Manager at Unilever, where I manage a significant business portfolio and lead a team to achieve outstanding results.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed various roles, including Area Manager and Zonal Sales Manager, where I oversaw extensive networks and implemented innovative strategies that resulted in substantial revenue increases. My expertise in territory and distributor management, combined with a strong analytical approach to sales, has enabled me to optimize performance and achieve remarkable growth in competitive markets. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to enhance sales effectiveness and drive sustainable business success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Area Manager
Unilever
Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Currently serving as Senior Area Manager at Unilever, leading sales strategies and managing teams to drive revenue growth in the FMCG sector. Responsible for developing successful sales strategies and building strong customer relationships.
Area Sales Manager GT
National Foods Limited
Jan 2022 - Sep 2022 (8 months)
Managed a team and oversaw a significant business in the Foods & Kitchen Division, achieving high sales targets and ensuring effective distribution across multiple outlets.
Zonal Sales Manager
Abudawood Pakistan
Mar 2021 - Jan 2022 (10 months)
Led a sales team managing a substantial monthly business, overseeing a vast network of outlets and ensuring effective distributor management.
Section Manager
Abudawood Pakistan
Nov 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Managed a significant portfolio in the General Trade & Wholesale Market, leading teams and ensuring effective market intelligence and customer engagement.
Assistant Branch Manager
Abudawood Pakistan
Jun 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 5 months)
Oversaw warehouse management and inventory control across multiple locations, ensuring high execution rates and operational efficiency.
Management Trainee
Abudawood Pakistan
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018 (7 months)
Participated in various departments to gain comprehensive insights into business operations, focusing on customer services and logistics.
Engineering Intern
Multinet Pakistan
Nov 2014 - Mar 2015 (4 months)
Developed an operational model for the Satellite Department, contributing to revenue calculations and inventory management.
Engineering Intern
AMTech
Aug 2014 - Sep 2014 (1 month)
Conducted research on copper extraction methods and developed a process for lab-scale implementation.
Engineering Intern
KSB Pumps Company Limited
Aug 2013 - Sep 2013 (1 month)
Studied manufacturing methods and safety precautions in the production department, contributing to health and safety data management.
Engineering Intern
Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Jul 2012 - Jul 2012 (0 months)
Engaged in research-based activities focusing on tensile testing and material analysis.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NTNational University of Sciences and Technology
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2015 - 2017
NTNational University of Science and Technology
Bachelor's Degree, Materials Engineering
2010 - 2014
Punjab College of Information Technology
High School, Pre-Engineering
2008 - 2010
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PakistanAuthorized to work in
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