Motivated Sales professional with demonstrated success in merchandising and strategic development. Confident and persuasive with exemplary product knowledge. Recognized for advanced sales and merchandising skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sales Representative
Schweppes Zimbabwe Limited
01.2018 - 08.2023
Led a regional sales team covering major retail partners (KEY ACCOUNTS)and independent accounts. (GENERAL TRADE)
Achieved consistent quarterly volume targets through strong route planning and in-store execution. Driving volumes through use of GIGA displays.
Mentored junior sales reps,sales associates and resulting in two team promotions.
Managed of SBC with a group of 43 workers which consisted sales reps, sales associates, drivers and lory crews.
Setting targets and make sure my team achieve set targets and exceed them. This included the KO volume targets for each quarter.
Developed weekly replenishment strategies aligned with sales trends and promotions.
Coordinated with merchandising teams to ensure planogram compliance and seasonal displays.
Pre-selling and management of Daily Delivery Services(DSD) into the General trade and the informal trade including vendors.
Resident Account Developer
Schweppes Zimbabwe Limited
08.2017 - 01.2019
Oversaw key retail accounts to optimize order frequency and reduce stockouts in Murambinda growth point.
Conducted store visits to maintain visibility and shelf space for Schweppes products. Both SOVI and SOCVI
Provided customer insights to marketing and operations teams to guide promotions and supply.
Deployement and management of coolers in the market through identifiction of new customers and potential market growth.
Sales Associate/Merchandise Associate
Schweppes Zimbabwe Limited
08.2016 - 01.2017
Executed in-store product placements and point-of-sale material for regional promotions.
Tracked inventory movement and restocked displays based on consumer demand.
Established foundational experience in DSD operations, product knowledge, and store-level sales.
Meeting and exceeding set sales targets through initiatives like generation of GIGA displays in the retail markets.
Weekly sales reports to the sales reps and management
Management of expiries in the market through the use of FIFO
Guarded and fight off stiff competition from competitors like PEPSI
Education
Business Entertainment
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
BINDURA STATE UNIVERSITY
ZIMBABWE
07-2016
Skills
Network development
Selling techniques
Outbound sales calling
Beauty product demonstration
Sales Team Leadership
Route & Volume Planning
Retail Merchandising Execution
Customer Relationship Management
Direct Store Delivery (DSD)
Forecasting & Sales Analysis
Market Expansion
Coaching & Development
Beverage Sales Strategy
Interests
Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
Fundraising Events
Volunteer Work
Advocacy Campaigns
Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community