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Waseem ElKot

Waseem ElKot

Over 20 Years Of Diverse Experience Spanning Across Oracle, HP, And Other Industry Leaders. Specializing In Driving Sales Initiatives And Fostering Strategic Partnerships In The Egypt, Levant And Gulf Regions. Proven Track Record Of Success In Application,Cloud Solutions Sales, Private Cloud, Market Expansion, And Client Relationship Management."
New Cairo

Summary

Hardworking and driven sales management professional equipped to revitalize sales operations and align procedures to maximize profits and client acquisition. Successful at improving sales procedures to streamline and strengthen processes. Multifaceted leader with analytical and diligent approach to building and leading strong teams. Focused Sales Manager committed to motivating others and offering extensive knowledge penetrating new territories and promoting product lines. Highly effective mentor driven to assess individual and group performance to implement improvements and set goals. Determined individual with background in establishing and nurturing lucrative partnerships. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sales Manager Egypt, Morocco and Levant

I Solution | Google Premium Partner
UAE
11.2024 - Current

• Manage Google portfolio sales across Egypt and the Levant, driving revenue growth and market expansion.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to maximize customer acquisition and retention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored Google solutions for clients.

  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.

Regional Cloud Snr. Sales Manager Egypt & Levant

Oracle
06.2021 - 10.2024
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, leading to expansion into profitable territories
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best pricing and terms for company profitability
  • Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs
  • Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs
  • Assisted in recruiting top talent for the sales team, contributing to a high-performing work environment
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth
  • Provided ongoing training and mentorship for junior sales staff, fostering professional development and career growth
  • Implemented CRM systems for better tracking of leads, improving follow-up processes and communication within the team.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage
  • Boosted customer retention rates, establishing robust follow-up system and personalizing client interactions
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify new opportunities and trends
  • Implemented comprehensive customer relationship management strategy, improving client satisfaction and loyalty
  • Optimized sales funnel management, enhancing lead generation and conversion rates
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently, through strategic planning and execution of targeted sales initiatives
  • Improved sales forecasting accuracy, utilizing data analytics to predict market trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly
  • Drove regional sales growth, implementing innovative marketing strategies and cultivating key partnerships
  • Enhanced team performance with comprehensive training sessions, focusing on product knowledge and sales techniques
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business
  • Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement
  • Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to key audience
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales

Key Accounts Directors - Egypt

Oracle
07.2018 - 07.2021
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of key accounts, ensuring timely delivery of products or services while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative strategies for key account growth
  • Implemented strategic initiatives aimed at expanding market share among top-tier clients within the assigned territory
  • Conducted regular business reviews with key accounts to assess performance metrics and identify areas of improvement
  • Achieved revenue targets consistently through effective negotiation and contract management with key clients
  • Secured new business opportunities by leveraging strong relationships within existing customer base and utilizing a consultative selling approach
  • Optimized sales performance by identifying opportunities within existing key accounts and upselling accordingly
  • Coordinated resources effectively to ensure seamless execution of projects involving multiple stakeholders across different departments
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of key accounts, ensuring timely delivery of products or services while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions.

Territory Sales Manager - Kuwait, Bahrain

Oracle
06.2015 - 06.2018
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for improvement and implemented targeted action plans accordingly
  • Monitored competitor activities within the territory, adjusting sales strategies as needed to maintain a competitive edge
  • Targeted prospects in other territories through careful research of competitor products, services, and trends
  • Managed sales pipeline effectively by prioritizing high-potential prospects while keeping track of potential opportunities at various stages of development
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic territory plans
  • Maintained a deep understanding of industry trends, enabling informed decisions on sales strategies and product offerings
  • Established strong relationships with key clients, boosting customer retention rates
  • Developed customized solutions based on client needs, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for improvement and implemented targeted action plans accordingly.
  • Monitored competitor activities within the territory, adjusting sales strategies as needed to maintain a competitive edge.

Sales Director

HIT (HASIBAT Information Technology)
02.2013 - 05.2015
  • Hired, trained and built high-performing team of sales representatives
  • Optimized sales operations by streamlining processes, implementing CRM systems, and developing comprehensive training programs for new hires
  • Boosted sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans and initiatives tailored to the organization''s goals
  • Increased average deal size by upselling additional products and services to existing clients
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with a focus on fostering long-term relationships, consistently addressing client needs, and providing exceptional service
  • Developed strong partnerships with external vendors to enhance product offerings and drive higher profit margins
  • Led a high-performing sales team through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management strategies
  • Updated products, service agreements and pricing to retain competitive advantage and generate new customers
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative product offerings that addressed evolving customer demands
  • Created innovative sales strategies through monitoring and evaluating market trends and competitive offerings
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with key clients, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties involved
  • Coordinated sales team participation in trade shows and expos, ensuring that staff were well-prepared for presentations and demonstrations
  • Delivered consistent results against quarterly targets by monitoring KPIs closely and adjusting tactics as needed

Sales Manager

Hewlett-Packard (HP)
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Developing a network of potential clients and creating business partnerships
  • Chartered based on recognized management/project management/sales expertise and familiarity with the market to manage sales processes for top enterprise accounts, grow in-country business, and optimize projects across enterprise business
  • Developed and led the team to drive sales and maximize customer retention
  • Set vision and objectives, effectively managed resources, and worked cross-functionally to optimize integration and sales performance, driving dramatic revenue, customer base, and pipeline growth, across HP portfolio
  • Seek out new opportunities and expand and enhance existing opportunities to build and manage the pipeline in specialty areas
  • Maintain knowledge of competitors in account to strategically position HP's products and services better
  • Develop pursuit plans and manage the pipeline to ensure alignment with account managers
  • Establish a professional, working, and consultative, relationship with the client, by developing a core understanding of the unique business needs of the client within their industry
  • Contributes to proposal development, negotiations, and deal closings.

Sales Manager

HIT (HASIBAT Information Technology)
07.2007 - 12.2010
  • Develop, and close sales opportunities with a focus on large accounts
  • Understand complex customer requirements on both a business and technical level
  • Develop effective strategies for winning in a competitive environment
  • Gather, manage, and direct a virtual team during the sales cycle
  • Meet and exceed quarterly sales targets
  • Provide inputs and educate product management, marketing, and engineering organizations on customer needs & issues
  • Provide excellent customer service
  • Manage expenses within budget constraints
  • Actively develop and administer the annual operating budget and marketing plan
  • Significantly increased turnover of the company.

Senior Account Manager

Zak Solutions
02.2002 - 06.2007
  • Increased revenue for the company through strategic upselling and cross-selling initiatives
  • Mentored junior account managers, fostering their professional growth and skills development within the company
  • Delivered sales presentations and pitches to clients, upper management and junior sales associates for demonstration
  • Developed deep knowledge of customer businesses and relationship to company objectives
  • Sold new products and services and developed new accounts to maximize revenue potential
  • Streamlined account management processes, improving overall efficiency and productivity
  • Maintained detailed records of all account activities, ensuring accurate reporting for upper management review purposes later on

Project Manager

Alamiah (SAKHR)
10.1999 - 01.2002
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Future Academy
09.1995 - 05.1999

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Royal British Collage
UK
01.2020 - 06.2022

Skills

Sales Management

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Additional Education

MBA  - from the Royal British College of the United Kingdom

Trainingsandcourses

  • Coaching for Supervisors and Managers
  • Business Development
  • Leadership Building
  • Managing Daily Actions
  • Practical approaches to multiple projects and workload management (Franklin Covey Project Management)
  • MacAfee Certified Engineer
  • HP Sales Presales Certified
  • Cisco Certified CCNA
  • Cisco Certified CCNP
  • 3Com Certified
  • Storage Certified
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Dell Certified System Engineer (DCSE)

Alternativeemail

waseemkot@gmail.com ; Waseemkot@hotmail.com

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/01/77
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Muslim

References

Available upon request & available in my LinkedIn: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/waseemelkot

Timeline

Sales Manager Egypt, Morocco and Levant

I Solution | Google Premium Partner
11.2024 - Current

Regional Cloud Snr. Sales Manager Egypt & Levant

Oracle
06.2021 - 10.2024

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Royal British Collage
01.2020 - 06.2022

Key Accounts Directors - Egypt

Oracle
07.2018 - 07.2021

Territory Sales Manager - Kuwait, Bahrain

Oracle
06.2015 - 06.2018

Sales Director

HIT (HASIBAT Information Technology)
02.2013 - 05.2015

Sales Manager

Hewlett-Packard (HP)
01.2011 - 01.2013

Sales Manager

HIT (HASIBAT Information Technology)
07.2007 - 12.2010

Senior Account Manager

Zak Solutions
02.2002 - 06.2007

Project Manager

Alamiah (SAKHR)
10.1999 - 01.2002

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Future Academy
09.1995 - 05.1999
Waseem ElKotOver 20 Years Of Diverse Experience Spanning Across Oracle, HP, And Other Industry Leaders. Specializing In Driving Sales Initiatives And Fostering Strategic Partnerships In The Egypt, Levant And Gulf Regions. Proven Track Record Of Success In Application,Cloud Solutions Sales, Private Cloud, Market Expansion, And Client Relationship Management."