Dennis Munene

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location of Dennis MuneneNairobi County, Kenya
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  • Timeline

    Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

    Sales Representative

    Greenlight Planet, Inc.
    Feb 2016 - Sept 2016

    Terittory sales executive

    Airtel Kenya
    Oct 2016 - May 2017

    Retail sales Executive

    Lenovo
    Jun 2017 - Jan 2022

    Trade Development Manager

    Safaricom Limited
    Current Company
    Dec 2021 - Mar 2024

    Business Development Manager

    Pyypl - For 800 million underbanked
    Nairobi County, Kenya
  • About me

    Dynamic Business Development Leader | B2B Sales Strategist | Driving Revenue Growth & Market Expansion | Fintech & Digital Innovation Expert | Team Builder & Mentor

  • Education

    • Mount kenya university - mku

      2018 -
      Bachelor's degree business management
  • Experience

    • Greenlight planet, inc.

      Oct 2014 - Jan 2015
      Sales representative

      Conducted door-to-door sales presentations, promoting the benefits and features of solar lamps to potential customers.- Educated customers on the environmental and cost-saving advantages of switching to solar-powered lighting solutions.- Established and maintained positive relationships with customers, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.- Met and exceeded individual and team sales targets through effective prospecting and lead generation.- Collaborated with local communities and organizations to organize promotional events and demonstrations.- Provided product demonstrations and articulated the value proposition of solar lamps in an engaging manner.- Implemented strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets and expand the customer base.- Collected and reported market feedback, including customer preferences and competitor activities.- Ensured accurate and timely reporting of sales activities and achievements.- Collaborated with the sales team to share insights and contributed to the overall success of the solar lamps sales initiative. Show less

    • Airtel kenya

      Feb 2016 - Sept 2016
      Terittory sales executive

      Drove a 30% growth in mobile money subagents within the assigned territory, showcasing strong sales capabilities.Developed and maintained robust market relationships with key accounts, ensuring stock retention and optimal float holding levels.Conducted daily market visits, enhancing availability, competitor awareness, visibility, and brand presence within the territory.Coordinated activation vans and a team of brand activation resources, driving customer acquisition levels and achieving quality Gross Adds.Pioneered a remarkable 43% growth in the number of subscribers within six months, demonstrating effective leadership and strategic planning. Show less

    • Lenovo

      Oct 2016 - May 2017
      Retail sales executive

      Introduced innovative flower farm activations, resulting in a 38.7% increase in device uptake and $27,000 in revenue.Developed and implemented device financing plans across farms, ensuring 100% repayment and efficient stock management.Led brand promotion initiatives, contributing to a 17% growth in referral sales and a 21% increase in brand trust.Earned the title "King of Corporate Sales" by establishing partnerships with flower farms, private entities, and SMEs, totaling $45,000.

    • Safaricom limited

      Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
      Trade development manager

      Formulated and executed innovative route-to-market strategies, reducing turnover cycles and enhancing business efficiency.Spearheaded the introduction of communication platforms, streamlining information flow and reducing intervention time.Successfully enhanced brand visibility within Eastleigh and Nairobi CBD clusters by 75%.Onboarded over 450 Safaricom merchants to accept mobile payments, contributing to business growth.Achieved an 85% Right of Execution discipline (RED) score for three quarters, showcasing leadership and operational excellence.Successfully converted 65% of merchants in Eastleigh to LNM from using traditional send money methods.Recruited and managed a team of 22 Brand Ambassadors for various activations, demonstrating leadership and team management skills.Recruited 631 new retailers across Eastleigh and Nairobi CBD, showcasing strategic business development. Show less

    • Pyypl - for 800 million underbanked

      Dec 2021 - Mar 2024

      Developed and executed quarterly and monthly operational plans to fuel the company's growth and profitability.Drove business development goals by generating leads, expanding the client base, and identifying cross-selling opportunities. Maintained comprehensive business reports, providing relevant returns as needed. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and Telesales, to implement business development initiatives. Evaluated and defined key target markets, creating opportunities and qualifying suitable prospects. Managed relationships with existing clients while actively attracting new ones. Kept abreast of competitor activities, providing timely market intelligence updates to the company. Conducted daily prospecting and cold calling to uncover new business leads. Developed clear, effective written proposals, and quotations for current and prospective customers. Maximized Return on Time Investment by planning and organizing a personalized sales strategy for the market. Participated in trade shows and exhibitions to showcase company offerings. Ensured timely and accurate reporting in CRM on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Identified profitable partnership opportunities in terms of markets, growth, trends, customers, and products. Maintained smooth customer relations, delivering quality after-sales experiences for onboarded clients. Coordinated onsite demos and training sessions, ensuring clients were well-informed about the product. Fulfilled other related duties as required, contributing to the overall success of the business. Show less Took sole responsibility for building and managing a network of promoters through promoter companies, directly engaging potential users.Efficiently managed promotions and campaigns, ensuring impactful market penetration.Implemented customer acquisition and distribution mechanisms, deploying the company's "go-to-market strategy." Contributed to the development and execution of comprehensive sales and marketing plans.Fostered robust, enduring customer relationships by understanding their needs and collaborating closely with them. Expanded market reach and availability, ensuring optimal product performance through effective branding and distributor channel management.Drove user onboarding and customer acquisition, establishing loyalty within specific communities in designated areas.Acquired an in-depth understanding of the product to promptly address any customer inquiries. Show less

      • Business Development Manager

        Apr 2023 - Mar 2024
      • Direct Sales Supervisor

        Dec 2021 - Mar 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Dennis Munene
      king of corporate sales Africa sales manager Lenovo Apr 2017