Collins Rono

Experience

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  Rai plywoods(K)Limited

  Nov 2012 - Jan 2013

  Mechanical Engineering intern

  •Engine dismantling and assembly-overhauling the engine and replacing worn out parts•Services of vehicles i.e. lorries conducting major and minor service•Transmission systems i.e. replacement of worn out pressure plate and disc in the clutch system•Steering system•General repair of tools and equipments•Wheel alignment

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  HP

  Aug 2015 - Mar 2016

  Instore specialist

  •Set up promotional stands and ensure good stock presence•Distribute product brochures,flyers to source new sales•Customer engagement and feedback•Ensure well displayed and visible price labeling•Record opening and closing stocks dailyAchievement:3rd best Nationally in Sales during Hp promotion in Nakumatt Stores

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  Total Solutions Ltd

  May 2016 - Aug 2017

  Sales Executive

  •Contact New/Prospective clients•Respond to customer queries on time•Target, develop and grow a group of set accounts•Regularly achieve individual revenue and margin targets•Work on client issues to ensure a smooth flow of events to satisfy the client•Introduce new products to clients to make them aware of the services offered

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  The County Government of Uasin Gishu

  Jun 2018 - Jul 2019

  Mechanical Engineering Intern-Department Of Roads Transport Energy and Public Works.

  •Repairing of both heavy and light machines•General service of motor vehicles and caterpillars•Replacement of clutch and brake kits•Engine Overhaul•Motor vehicle Wiring

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  Triggerise

  Oct 2019 - Mar 2020

  Tiko System Facilitator

  Triggerise is a growing non-profit headquartered in The Netherlands, with offices in South Africa, Portugal, India, and Kenya. Triggerise builds scalable solutions, using mobile technologies, to deliver resources to underserved communities where traditional aid fails to address the changing needs of fragile markets. Triggerise employs a peer-to-peer approach that connects consumers to local small businesses—giving them both the power to access and deliver aid on their own terms. Building on these relationships, we specialize in rewards-based platforms to motivate consumers to make positive choices—helping them to overcome individual barriers as they arise while adding value back into their economiesRoles:•Map the respective areas for prospective providers on the platform who meet the criteria and are willing to offer15-19yrs old subsidized Sexual Reproductive Health services.•Manage relationships with clinics, pharmacies and Traders in the ecosystem•Troubleshoot tech issues on the ecosystem•Complete market landscaping of each ward•Recruit and manage correct profile of Tiko Pro's•Find Contracts with local Traders who are willing to sell products at discounted rates.•Participating in Monthly meetings with other stakeholders that included:Government Health Officials, Mariestopes Kenya representatives, Community leaders and coming up with strategic approach and implementation to curb unwanted Teenage pregnancies in Kilifi County Show less

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  KOKO Networks

  Sept 2020 - Feb 2021

  Agent Relationship Representative

  • Demonstrate the benefits of the KOKO Cooker and pitch to potential customers• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets for KOKO Cooker and KOKO Fuel sales• Use KOKO sales tools to record customer details and report daily sales activities• Act as a brand ambassador during field activations events and routine sales activities• Communicate openly and honestly with KOKO customers throughout the sales process• Build, manage, and maintain strong, positive customer relationships• Escalate customer queries and issues to managementAchievement:I was able to accelerate Cooker sales having achieved 116% surpassing my set target in the month of February 2021. Show less

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  Wabi Project

  Mar 2021 - Dec 2022

  Key Highlights:•Liaised with the product team and feedback from customers on continuous improvement on the Kenya e-commerce platforms that won competitive edge on discounted products.•Enhanced excellence in service delivery within allocated turnaround times of 24 hours on e- commerce platforms. • Reduced cancellation by listening to the voice of the customers and providing timely tailored solutions.• Generated Sales worth 70 million• Brought in 18 Key Accounts• Managed Eastleigh and Thika Road territory profitably• Developed Eastleigh Route by increasing the number of Suppliers for Wabi Project from 3 FMCG suppliers to current 21 FMCG suppliers improving the companies Service delivery to customers.• Developed low account management costs and strengthen account relationships for Wabi improving service levels and Profitability. Show less KEY HIGHLIGHTS:• Hit and exceeded sales KPI's by 30% for the month of October, November, December, January and February.• Grown my team from 5 SR's to 10 all achieving targets every month under my supervision.• I have managed to onboard more than 8000 stores across my region.• Responsible for achieving and exceeding ambitious sales targets on monthly basis; Analyse sales data and recommend, implement and administer methods and procedures to enhance sales improvement of the company as per communicated targets.• Lead, coach, mentor, guide and coordinate a Sales force to ensure consistence valuable service flow.• Route Planning- Route mapping, allocation and monitoring for market expansion.• Ensure the sales team is provided with selling tools and ensure correct and effectively use-checking the supervisor trade visit plans and monthly expenses claims.• Track competition activities in the market and continuously device sound counter strategies in conjunction with the management; Championing of listing of new products and market penetration. Show less

  • Key Account Manager

    Mar 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Sales Team Lead

    Mar 2021 - Feb 2022
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  4G Capital

  Feb 2023 - now

  •Manage the ongoing relationships with Distributors and respective Sales Managers•Collect full customer data records from distributors on an ongoing basis to ensure the call center has live and accurate data.•Research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets growth areas, trends, customers and partnerships- or new ways of reaching existing markets.•Generate leads and cold call prospective customers.•Generate new business and increase client base through lead conversion. •Provide KUZA specific training to Distributors and their staff to assist in customer conversion.• Assist in marketing activities.•Assist in accurate and timely reporting of Management Information and market feedback to report on customer preferences, trends and market opportunities.Key Highlights:•Brought In 25 New Distributors to the Business increasing Companies Profitability and Market Share•Grew Eastern & Upper Nairobi Region From 17 Million to 91 Million in monthly disbursement •Best ABDM with the highest disbursement of 91Million in the month of July 2024 Show less

  • Area Business Development Manager

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Assistant Business Development Manager

    Feb 2023 - now