Tracy Gathoni
@tracygathoni
Seasoned Professional with 13 Years of Experience in Customer Service, Business Development
What I'm looking for
Dynamic and detailed and impact-oriented Customer Service professional with a robust background in Business Development, delivering exceptional service and driving revenue growth through identification and capitalization of new market opportunities. Boasting 13 years’ experience leveraging my creative thinking and problem-solving skills in managing customer relationships, increasing customer satisfaction, developing strategies in the IT industry; service and hardware divisions. My expertise also extends to at leading direct and cross-functional teams and implementing process improvements to optimize and streamline service delivery as well as 3 years’ experience in procurement and logistics managing operations including sourcing, vendor evaluation, purchasing movement and delivery of products ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development & Client Service Manager
Crafting Kenya
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
As a Business Development & Client Service Manager, I identify new B2B opportunities, qualify prospects, and develop strong customer relationships. I negotiate deals and ensure clear communication regarding order processing and delivery timelines, collaborating with management and product teams to drive growth.
Business Development & Client Service Manager
Pavicon (K) Limited
Sep 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 1 month)
In my role, I generated business leads and revenue by engaging with clients and identifying new market opportunities. I conducted market research to develop growth strategies and prepared proposals and presentations for stakeholders.
Service Operations Manager
XRX Technologies Limited
Aug 2021 - Feb 2023 (1 year 6 months)
I oversaw the engineering and helpdesk teams, ensuring efficient service delivery. I monitored performance metrics, resolved escalated customer issues, and managed contracts and project planning to achieve service goals.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
XRX Technologies Limited
Feb 2018 - Jul 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Managed procurement and logistics operations, including supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and inventory management. Ensured compliance with quality standards and optimized costs through strategic sourcing.
Customer Service Manager
XRX Technologies Limited
Apr 2016 - Jan 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Oversaw client relationships and ensured service delivery met standards. Coordinated with internal teams to resolve issues and prepared performance reports to identify improvement opportunities.
Sales Account Manager
XRX Technologies Limited
Jan 2016 - Apr 2016 (3 months)
Focused on sales and revenue generation by identifying upselling opportunities and managing client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
Accessories & Consumables Sales Team Lead
XRX Technologies Limited
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Led a sales team, providing training and support while managing inventory and ensuring high-quality customer service.
Service Desk Administrator
XRX Technologies Limited
Dec 2011 - Jan 2016 (4 years 1 month)
Provided first-level support for hardware and software issues, maintaining records of incidents and collaborating with IT teams for complex issue resolution.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KCA University
Master of Science, Data Communication
Currently enrolled in a Master of Science program in Data Communication, focusing on advanced topics in data transmission, networking, and communication technologies.
KCA University
Diploma, Procurement & Supply
2019 - 2021
Pursued a Diploma in Procurement & Supply, gaining knowledge in procurement processes, supply chain management, and logistics, which enhanced skills in managing supplier relationships and procurement strategies.
KCA University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2008 - 2011
Studied Information Technology, focusing on the principles of computing, programming, and system management, which provided a solid foundation for a career in IT and business development.
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