Edward Gichuki

Research And Development Manager at Global Electro-Mechanical Contracting L.L.C. (GEMC)
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Abu Dhabi Emirate, AE

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Experience

    • United Arab Emirates
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Research And Development Manager
      • Apr 2023 - Oct 2023

      Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates • Formulate and execute Business Development and monthly Work Plans. • Identify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities within the local market. • Foster strategic alliances with local and international clients. • Provide commercial intelligence for informed decision-making. • Ensure budgeted sales targets are met or exceeded. • Facilitate projects internally and externally, enhancing client interactions. Achievements • Established a comprehensive database of… Show more • Formulate and execute Business Development and monthly Work Plans. • Identify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities within the local market. • Foster strategic alliances with local and international clients. • Provide commercial intelligence for informed decision-making. • Ensure budgeted sales targets are met or exceeded. • Facilitate projects internally and externally, enhancing client interactions. Achievements • Established a comprehensive database of tenders and potential clients. • Initiated communication with 380 potential partners for cooperation. • Strengthened relationships with existing and new clients, leading to referrals. • Implemented a Sales Pipeline Tool for efficient project management. • Introduced weekly status reporting to enhance bidding processes. Show less

    • United Arab Emirates
    • Mining
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Key Account Sales Manager
      • Nov 2018 - May 2022

      Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates • Conducted market research and developed marketing plans. • Managed customer relationships and reduced overdue receivables by 40%. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for customer solutions. • Diversified product offerings for increased revenue. • Pre-qualified the company with major stakeholders. • Monitored and reported commercial activities to senior management. Achievements • Revived 20 dormant accounts, improving revenue and cash flow. • Enhanced account… Show more • Conducted market research and developed marketing plans. • Managed customer relationships and reduced overdue receivables by 40%. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for customer solutions. • Diversified product offerings for increased revenue. • Pre-qualified the company with major stakeholders. • Monitored and reported commercial activities to senior management. Achievements • Revived 20 dormant accounts, improving revenue and cash flow. • Enhanced account management and secured high-value accounts. • Facilitated banking transactions during Covid19 lockdowns. • Registered the company with utility companies and major project owners. • Elevated customer support through regained accounts and incentives. Show less

    • United States
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Business Consultant
      • Jun 2016 - Oct 2018

      Kenya Coaching startups in areas of Marketing, Logistics, and Building materials. Achievement Startups have implemented greener concrete products with better product design and performance

    • Switzerland
    • Wholesale Building Materials
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Key Account Sales Manager
      • Feb 2017 - May 2017

      Doha, Qatar • Developed and implemented commercial strategies. • Led commercial transformation and customer excellence initiatives. • Collaborated with diverse teams and built partnerships. • Monitored performance metrics and supported targets. Achievements • Improved customer interactions through innovative initiatives. • Drove product diversification for higher returns. • Maintained competitive pricing and market share. • Increased customer support levels and loyalty.

    • United Arab Emirates
    • Wholesale Building Materials
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Marketing & Sales Manager (Acting)
      • Oct 2014 - Jun 2016

      Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates • Developed and executed commercial strategies for growth. • Conducted market research and customer needs analysis. • Managed client relationships and diversified product offerings. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for improved service. • Monitored commercial performance and budget development Achievements • Expanded export market and introduced new cement products. • Reduced cost of sale and increased market share. • Introduced value-added products and… Show more • Developed and executed commercial strategies for growth. • Conducted market research and customer needs analysis. • Managed client relationships and diversified product offerings. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for improved service. • Monitored commercial performance and budget development Achievements • Expanded export market and introduced new cement products. • Reduced cost of sale and increased market share. • Introduced value-added products and improved customer support.

    • Commercial Affairs Incharge (Key Account Manager)
      • May 2008 - Oct 2014

      Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates • Assisted in sales and marketing strategy development. • Managed budgets, strengthened client relationships. • Streamlined business processes for better service. • Oversaw a large portfolio of clients and coached staff. Achievements • Captured major cement consumers and expanded export markets. • Introduced new products and achieved market share growth. • Developed value-added products and improved brand presence.

    • United States
    • Chemical Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Logistics Executive
      • Nov 2006 - May 2008

      United Arab Emirates • Managed global sourcing, purchase, and shipment of petrochemicals. • Maintained client relationships and ensured timely deliveries. • Established efficient supply chain and accounting processes. Achievements • Assisted in establishing a new branch in Kenya for market expansion. • Introduced software for streamlined processes and documentation. • Improved overall supply chain efficiency and organization.

    • Denmark
    • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Operations & Equipment Manager
      • Mar 1997 - Nov 2005

      Kenya • Managed agency activities and operational oversight. • Coordinated vessel operations and managed equipment. • Developed new clientele and maintained relationships. • Managed debt collection and financial monitoring. • Assisted in budget preparation and supplier agreements. • Facilitated cost estimation and invoice approval processes Achievements • Smoothly transitioned agency matters and established new clientele. • Enhanced operational processes and upgraded… Show more • Managed agency activities and operational oversight. • Coordinated vessel operations and managed equipment. • Developed new clientele and maintained relationships. • Managed debt collection and financial monitoring. • Assisted in budget preparation and supplier agreements. • Facilitated cost estimation and invoice approval processes Achievements • Smoothly transitioned agency matters and established new clientele. • Enhanced operational processes and upgraded service quality. • Reduced outstanding accounts and improved cost control. • Introduced streamlined cost estimation and invoice approval. Show less

Education

  • University of Wales
    Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
    2007 - 2014
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Bachelor’s Degree, Chemistry
    1991 - 1995

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