Gladys Mwachala
@gladysmwachala
Proactive corporate sales executive driving project wins and revenue growth in construction-related markets.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a goal-driven Corporate Sales Executive with extensive experience in B2B sales, project account development, and client relationship management within the construction and paints sectors.
Over the past decade I have led regional sales and marketing initiatives, opened new accounts, trained contractors and painters, and supported cross-functional teams to secure volume project business.
My achievements include developing tailored project proposals, sourcing and converting new projects, improving customer retention through service and follow-up, and delivering timely reporting and collections.
I work well under pressure, enjoy field-facing responsibilities such as site visits and stakeholder negotiations, and continuously use market insight to refine product offerings and sales approaches.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Regional Project Sales Executive
Crown Paints Kenya PLC
Apr 2025 - Present (7 months)
Lead regional project sales by developing tailored bids, engaging developers and contractors, and securing volume orders while managing invoicing and customer complaints to improve project win rate.
Sales and Marketing Specialist
Basco Products (K) Ltd
Jan 2017 - Mar 2025 (8 years 2 months)
Drove sales and brand activities from 2017–2025 by organizing trainings, opening new accounts, supporting field sales, and improving payment follow-up to grow customer base and distribution.
Customer Service Support
The Copy Cat Ltd
Sep 2013 - Jun 2015 (1 year 9 months)
Supported branch sales and customer retention through marketing activities, quotations, customer database maintenance, complaint resolution, and installation of copy machines.
Customer Service Executive
Institute of Advanced Technology
Dec 2012 - Aug 2013 (8 months)
Managed front office operations, conducted market research, converted inquiries to registrations, reconciled student accounts, posted receipts in Tally, and managed debtor follow-up.
Industrial Attaché
Diamond Trust Bank
May 2011 - Jul 2011 (2 months)
Performed teller and back-office tasks including issuing cheque books and ATM cards, processing banker’s cheques, updating ATM registers, and handling customer calls.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing
2008 - 2012
Grade: Second Class Honours
Activities and societies: Member, Business Students Networking Association (JKUAT)
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with Marketing option, graduating with Second Class Honours.
Bura Girls' High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Secondary Education
2004 - 2007
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Bura Girls' High School.
St Stephen's Academy
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1996 - 2003
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education at St Stephen's Academy.
Tech stack
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