Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
Affiliations
References
Timeline
Nelly Sang

Nelly Sang

Nairobi

Summary

Sales Administrator & Coordinator with over 7 years of experience in hospitality, tourism, and corporate sales. Expertise in executive support, customer relationship management, and process optimization. Proficient in Salesforce CRM, Google Workspace, and project management tools to enhance operational efficiency. Achievements include driving revenue growth and improving client satisfaction through strategic operational improvements.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Administrator and Coordinator

Harleys Limited
11.2020 - Current

As a Sales Administrator and Coordinator at Harleys Limited, responsibilities included managing sales processes and ensuring effective communication between the sales team and clients. This role involves coordinating sales activities, tracking performance metrics, and providing administrative support to enhance operational efficiency. A focus on customer satisfaction drives interactions with clients, ensuring their needs are met, and inquiries are resolved promptly.

  • Streamlined sales processes and improved reporting accuracy, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated communication between sales teams and clients, achieving a 20% improvement in client response time.
  • Developed and implemented a sales pipeline forecasting system, enabling accurate revenue projections and the identification of new opportunities.
  • Tracked performance metrics and introduced data-driven coaching, leading to a 12% increase in sales team productivity.
  • Designed and rolled out process improvements that reduced administrative bottlenecks and enhanced cross-team collaboration.
  • Delivered ongoing training and mentorship to sales representatives, ensuring consistent achievement of sales targets.

Tour and Travel Consultant

Bechy Tours
03.2017 - 12.2019

As a Tour and Travel Consultant at Bechy Tours, the role involved planning and selling travel packages to clients. This position requires deep knowledge of travel destinations and strong customer service skills to tailor itineraries according to client preferences. Collaborating with suppliers and maintaining relationships with clients was crucial to ensuring exceptional travel experiences.

  • Designed and sold customized travel packages tailored to client preferences, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate, and repeat business.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with travel suppliers and partners, securing competitive rates that increased profit margins by 10%.
  • Provided expert advice on destinations, itineraries, and travel logistics, ensuring seamless end-to-end experiences for individuals and groups.
  • Managed bookings, reservations, and travel documentation with 100% accuracy, reducing errors and delays in client itineraries.
  • Delivered personalized customer service, resolving inquiries promptly, and enhancing client loyalty.
  • Coordinated multi-stakeholder logistics (airlines, hotels, transport providers), ensuring smooth execution of travel plans.

Guest Relations Officer

Acacia Premier Hotel
02.2015 - 02.2017

In the capacity of Guest Relations Officer at Acacia Premier Hotel, the focus was on delivering outstanding service to guests. Tasks included addressing guest inquiries, resolving complaints, and ensuring a pleasant stay for all visitors. Collaborating with other departments was essential for maintaining high service standards and addressing guests' needs efficiently.

  • Delivered exceptional guest service, contributing to a 15% increase in positive guest satisfaction scores, and repeat bookings.
  • Resolved guest inquiries and complaints with professionalism, achieving a 20% reduction in escalated service issues.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (housekeeping, food and beverage, front office) to ensure seamless service delivery and efficient resolution of guest needs.
  • Maintained a welcoming and professional atmosphere, enhancing the hotel’s reputation for high-quality guest experiences.
  • Collected and analyzed guest feedback to identify service gaps, leading to process improvements that boosted service ratings.
  • Recognized for strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, ensuring guest loyalty and satisfaction.

Guest Service Agent

Sarova Imperial Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2015

The role of a Guest Service Agent was all about creating a positive first impression, and ensuring a seamless guest experience.

  • Delivered a seamless check-in/check-out process for an average of 100+ guests daily, ensuring a 95% satisfaction rating in guest feedback surveys.
  • Accurately managed reservations, cancellations, and payments, maintaining 100% compliance with financial and audit standards.
  • Provided concierge-level support by offering personalized recommendations on hotel amenities and local attractions, enhancing the guest experience, and repeat bookings.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly, achieving a 20% reduction in escalated service issues.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping, maintenance, and other departments to fulfill guest requests within set service-level agreements (SLAs), improving operational efficiency.
  • Consistently recognized for creating a welcoming first impression, contributing to the hotel’s reputation for exceptional service.

Education

Virtual assistant Course -

ALX Africa
09.2022

Excell Essentials -

UDEMY
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Tourism Management

Pwani University
03.2013

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Point of sale operations
  • Sales process oversight
  • Performance tracking and analysis
  • Sales forecasting techniques
  • Administrative support services
  • Team coordination and collaboration
  • Travel logistics coordination
  • Relationship building strategies
  • Coaching and mentoring skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Market research analysis
  • Pricing strategy development
  • Calendar management expertise
  • Project management methodologies
  • Spreadsheet management proficiency
  • Budgeting and forecasting skills
  • Remote office operations availability
  • Training and development facilitation

Hobbies and Interests

  • Adventurous travelling
  • Cooking and trying new recipes
  • Avid Reader
  • Watching Investigative and Mystery Movies

Affiliations

  • Cooking
  • Travelling
  • Fashion
  • Interior Design
  • Mystery Movies and Documentaries

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Administrator and Coordinator - Harleys Limited
11.2020 - Current
Tour and Travel Consultant - Bechy Tours
03.2017 - 12.2019
Guest Relations Officer - Acacia Premier Hotel
02.2015 - 02.2017
Guest Service Agent - Sarova Imperial Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2015
ALX Africa - Virtual assistant Course,
UDEMY - Excell Essentials,
Pwani University - Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management