Reshad Akberzade
@reshadakberzade
Experienced business development leader driving sales and market growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned business development professional with over 13 years of experience in high-stakes sales for multi-billion-dollar international corporations. My journey has been marked by a commitment to turning potential into performance, leading teams to surpass targets, and driving significant revenue growth. At Holcim Azerbaijan, I successfully managed a diverse range of projects, including the development of a comprehensive Business Development & Marketing Plan that aligned with the company's long-term strategies.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to identify new business opportunities and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency. My leadership in market research and analysis has provided valuable insights to top management, enabling the exploitation of new market opportunities. I take pride in fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring that inter-functional cooperation is at its peak to guarantee project success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Business Development
Holcim Azerbaijan
Jan 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Led business development initiatives, overseeing sales to major customers and identifying new business opportunities. Developed and implemented marketing plans, managed a team, and ensured alignment with company objectives. Drove market research and analysis to exploit new opportunities.
Key Account Manager
Holcim Azerbaijan
Sep 2015 - Oct 2018 (3 years 1 month)
Managed key accounts, increasing customer loyalty and sales volume. Developed account plans that positively impacted EBITDA and maintained strong relationships with decision-makers to support ongoing projects.
Regional Sales Manager
Holcim Azerbaijan
May 2013 - Jan 2017 (3 years 8 months)
Oversaw sales operations in a designated region, analyzing market trends and competition. Developed customer relationships and provided technical support to enhance company image and sales performance.
Technical Sales Specialist
Holcim Azerbaijan
Feb 2013 - May 2013 (3 months)
Provided technical assistance to customers and sales teams, addressing complaints and training staff on technical sales approaches. Conducted market monitoring for product improvements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
State Economics University of Azerbaijan Republic
MBA of Marketing, Marketing
2011 - 2013
Western University
Bachelor of Finance & Credits, Finance & Credits
2007 - 2011
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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