Sara Mohamed Megahed
@saramohamedmegahed
Results-oriented Senior Business Development Officer driving revenue growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented Senior Business Development Officer with over four years of extensive experience in driving revenue growth, client acquisition, and market expansion. My proven expertise in managing the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to contract closure, has allowed me to consistently exceed sales targets by 120% and increase annual profits by 45%. I excel in strategic business planning and have a track record of expanding business avenues by 30% while successfully launching new business lines.
Throughout my career, I have built and maintained relationships with C-Suite executives, achieving a remarkable 90% client retention rate and increasing client basket sizes by 200%. My experience includes developing compliant, high-impact proposals for international organizations such as ILO, GIZ, UNDP, and USAID. I am adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, cost-effective proposals and enhancing brand visibility through value-driven messaging.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Business Development Officer
Salem Group
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 5 months)
As a Senior Business Development Officer, I lead proposal development and tendering processes, securing contracts with major international organizations. I identify high-potential tenders, expand business lines, and build strategic alliances while enhancing proposal success through structured narratives and tailored methodologies.
Senior Business Development Specialist
HLPR for Integrated Services
Feb 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 7 months)
In my role as Senior Business Development Specialist, I managed the complete B2B sales cycle, consistently exceeding sales targets and driving significant revenue growth. I developed annual sales strategies, built strong client relationships, and led high-stakes negotiations to secure high-value contracts.
Customer Service Representative
Centro CDX
Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)
As a Customer Service Representative, I provided swift and accurate assistance to customer inquiries across multiple channels, achieving a high customer satisfaction rate. I collaborated with internal departments to resolve complex issues and maintained a 100% accuracy rate in processing orders.
Trainee
Arabya Online
Jul 2019 - Jul 2019 (0 months)
As a Trainee at Arabya Online, I analyzed stock market trends and evaluated financial markets to identify profitable trading strategies. This experience enhanced my understanding of investment opportunities and risk factors.
Customer Service Representative
Souq.com
Jun 2018 - Sep 2018 (3 months)
In my role at Souq.com, I exceeded customer satisfaction targets and efficiently handled complaints. I increased customer retention by providing accurate product information and upselling relevant products during interactions, achieving a high resolution rate for inquiries.
Accounting Trainee
Egypt Air
Jun 2017 - Jun 2017 (0 months)
During my internship at Egypt Air, I prepared accounting adjustments and journal entries, ensuring compliance with financial standards. I analyzed financial data to provide insights for decision-making and budget planning.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Helwan University
Bachelor of Commerce, Economics
2016 - 2020
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Economics, focusing on economic theories, financial management, and market analysis. Developed strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of economic principles applicable to business development.
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