Mehdi Chehimi

Experience

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  Gulf Bank

  Jan 2005 - May 2006

  Sales Executive

  • Conducted direct selling for various bank services to drive revenue growth• Developed and maintained profitable business relationships with clients• Implemented multiple sales strategies including cold calling, cross-selling, upselling and lead development

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  Philip Morris Kuwait

  Jan 2007 - Sept 2010

  Trade Merchandiser

  • Developed and maintained profitable business relationships with decision makers in POS to drive trade development.• Negotiated annual contractual agreements and trade loyalty programs agreements to meet brand strategies and market needs.• Achieved targeted visibility and share of space in prime locations to maximize brand awareness and visibility.

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  Nestle

  Oct 2010 - Jun 2012

  Key Accounts Specialist

  • Managed key accounts for Nestle in Kuwait, focusing on sales growth and business development for the largest account• Conducted sales analysis and quarterly business reviews to drive strategic decision-making.• Implemented BTL activities tailored to customer needs, collaborating with marketing and brand teams.• Led a team of 8 merchandisers to ensure effective execution of sales strategies.

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  Sultan Furnishing Co.

  Jan 2012 - now

  Sales Manager

  • Led sales teams in Kuwait branch, driving continuous profitability and growth aligned with company values.• Developed sales plans to expand customer base and negotiate annual contracts for market leadership.• Conducted market analysis to identify trends and opportunities for product innovation.• Spearheaded demand planning, inventory control, and portfolio optimization.