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Noko Kwenaite

@nokokwenaite

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Self-motivated and enthusiastic professional with strong work habits

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my skills and experience in business development, sales, and project management to drive revenue growth and deliver exceptional results.

I am a results-driven professional with a proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively. With a strong work ethic and optimistic attitude, I thrive in team environments and am driven by results. My experience in business development, sales, and project management has equipped me with the skills to excel in fast-paced and dynamic environments.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, drive revenue growth, and develop innovative solutions to meet business needs. I am a highly motivated and dedicated individual with a passion for delivering exceptional results.

I hold a Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics Management and Marketing Management from the University of Johannesburg, as well as a certification in Cloud Practitioner from Amazon Web Services. I am also enrolled in the Project Management Institute's PMBOK program.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Business Development Manager

Giesecke + Devrient

Oct 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year)

Led negotiations for customer contracts and SLAs, maintained relationships with technical teams, and managed revenue forecasting. Developed proposals and built long-term customer relationships while exceeding sales targets.

Contract Negotiation Revenue Forecasting Customer Relationship Management Proposal Development Sales Strategy Account Management Market Analysis Presentation Skills Team Collaboration Budgeting

Business Development Manager

VISA INC

Oct 2018 - Apr 2019 (6 months)

Executed strategic plans for clients, managed product portfolios, and fostered collaboration across teams to deliver payment solutions. Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.

Strategic Planning Product Management Market Analysis Collaboration Payment Solutions User Research Agile Methodologies Portfolio Management

Business Banker - Acquisition

Bidvest Bank

Oct 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year)

Focused on new business acquisition through cold calling and networking. Provided tailored banking solutions to mid-corporate clients while ensuring excellent service and retention.

Cold Calling Client Relationship Management Banking Customer Service Compliance CRM Management Stakeholder Engagement

Sales Consultant

Nedbank

Feb 2015 - Aug 2017 (2 years 6 months)

Participated in a graduate program focusing on entry-level banking solutions for small businesses. Provided banking products and managed tender applications.