Francis Adeyemi Temitope Ojo
Lagos
Summary
A bilingual professional with extensive experience in Translation, Interpretation and French editing. My power of persuasion and negotiation instigated me to take up a career in sales and marketing. I possess impressive communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work, learn and adapt quickly.
Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering exceptional record of achievement over 9-year career. Tenacious manager with strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Country Sales Manager
Sabre Travel Solutions
Libreville, Gabon
04.2020 - Current
- Opened the Sabre Gabon market as a new entrant for operational/promotional activities, revenue generation and image making.
- Building relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieving sales goals and service targets through generated sales pipeline and by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolving problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborating with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Sales Team Lead
Sabre Travel Solutions
Lagos Island, Nigeria
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Identified and acted on growth opportunities and development options for business.
- Supported sales account managers by providing accurate and detailed reports.
- Expanded sales revenues by identifying opportunities and executing customized marketing plans.
- Developed knowledge of local business and market conditions through market segmentation in order to achieve business to customer relationship.
Country Manager
Sabre Travel Solutions
Cameroon
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Trained, coached and motivated member team to support company growth.
- Devised promotional and advertising plans to enhance product positioning and global brand marketing development.
- Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.
- Implemented sales and marketing strategies to elevate brand awareness and increase market share through existing and targeted clients.
Sales Regional Head
Sabre Travel Network
Apapa/Festac Town, Lagos Nigeria
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
- Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
- Participated in promotional opportunities and onboarding of new accounts.
Account Executive
Sabre Travel Solutions
Ikeja, Lagos Nigeria
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
- Executed successful sales strategies to convert leads into customers.
- Qualified leads, built relationships and executed sales strategies to drive new business.
- Resolved issues promptly to drive satisfaction and enhance customer service.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop account strategy.
Sales Representative
Literamed Publications
Sango/Otta, Ogun State Nigeria
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business..
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Southwales
United Kingdom08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - French Language
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria11.2011
Skills
- Market Development
- Negotiation
- Sales Techniques
- Budget Development
- Human Capital Management
- Marketing Strategy Development
- New Business Development
- Customer Service
- Strategic Planning
- Pipeline Management
- Sabre GDS Specialist - Reissue, Refunds, Ticketing and Reservation
- Operational Planning
Accomplishments
SABRE SPECIAL PROJECTS - 2019
• Video promotion/advertisement of Sabre Sales product (Sabre HX Manager) in French language to increase Sabre market share: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/francisojo-980395b2_voyages-sabre-manager-activity6579834072082849792-Ej54/
• Three months (Oct – Dec 2019) out-station official assignment in Sabre Cote d’Ivoire to assist the team in achieving a landmark result in the history of Sabre CI.
• Lead Presenter in French language at the Sabre Agency Forum held in the Republic of Benin, in preparation to the establishment of Sabre West Africa in the country.
Additional Information
2011 UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN FINAL YEAR PROJECT
Topic:
- La Crise Politique en Afrique Face au Défi d’une Paix Durable, Cas de la Côte d’Ivoire.
- Political Crisis in Africa Facing the Challenges of a Lasting Peace Case Study, Côte d’Ivoire.
Languages
English, French, Yoruba
Native language
Timeline
Country Sales Manager
Sabre Travel Solutions
04.2020 - Current
Sales Team Lead
Sabre Travel Solutions
10.2018 - 03.2020
Country Manager
Sabre Travel Solutions
06.2016 - 09.2018
Sales Regional Head
Sabre Travel Network
05.2015 - 06.2016
Account Executive
Sabre Travel Solutions
08.2014 - 05.2015
Sales Representative
Literamed Publications
02.2013 - 07.2014
MBA - Business Administration
University of Southwales
Bachelor of Arts - French Language
University of Ibadan