Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Interests
Timeline
Receptionist

SARAH CHUKWU

Business Development Executive

Summary

A versatile, analytical, hardworking, and results-driven professional with demonstrated expertise in project management, market analysis, and client relationship management. Proven ability to identify and capitalize on business opportunities and develop comprehensive business strategies. Adept at fostering partnerships and negotiating high-value deals. Committed to delivering exceptional results through innovative solutions and a customer-centric approach.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Consumer Opportunity LLC
Remote , USA
09.2024 - Current

Conducted outbound cold calls and email outreach to prospective clients in the US, introducing rent-to-own housing options and qualifying leads based on program eligibility.

• Managed high volumes of inbound calls, providing clear and informative responses to client inquiries on rent-to-own policies, available properties, and qualification processes.

• Guided clients through the application and approval stages, supporting them with paperwork and ensuring thorough understanding of contractual terms.

• Maintained detailed records in the CRM system, tracking interactions, follow-ups, and nurturing leads toward enrollment or purchase.

• Collaborated with finance and support teams to resolve escalated issues and ensure a seamless remote client experience.

• Conducted training sessions for new hires, ensuring consistent level of service across team.

Business Development Executive

FLYING DOCTORS NIGERIA
2 2023 - 08.2024
  • Actively prospected for new sales leads and business opportunities.
  • Initiated over 2000 cold and warm calls to potential customers to create awareness about available products resulting in 30% customer retention and 60% onboarding of new customers.
  • Analyzed important industry market intelligence about market trends and future product development.
  • Directed event and member communications and publicity by utilizing cold calls, direct mail, and print ads.
  • Conducted research on potential markets, emerging trends in emergency healthcare services.
  • Closed tough deals and complex sales using strong persuasion and negotiation skills.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for product improvement, driving innovation in the company's offerings.
  • Managed a portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely delivery of products/services while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted competitor analysis to identify gaps in the market and capitalize on untapped opportunities.
  • Assisted the marketing department in creating targeted campaigns that effectively communicated the value proposition of our products/services to potential customers.
  • Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.

Virtual Assistant

Fiverr
03.2020 - 02.2022
  • Conducted product/service research to help clients make informed decisions.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing and organizing schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Prepared PowerPoint presentations and ran slide shows remotely for virtual meetings.
  • Managed CRM input, exports and clean up.
  • Executed travel arrangements by researching and booking flights and accommodations.
  • Transcribed meeting notes, recorded interviews, and other audio materials into written documents.

Customer Service Cashier (Intern)

Guaranty Trust Bank
8 2019 - 2 2020
  • Organized documents and data for prompt digitizing, keeping the organization's records accurate.
  • Assisted with various data management issues.
  • Demonstrated versatility by cross-training in various departments throughout the store when required.
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained a clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly, and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Certification

Successful Negotiations: Essential Strategies and Skills, Allison, 01/31/24

Interests

Writing, Yoga, Team Sports

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Consumer Opportunity LLC
09.2024 - Current

Project Management

08-2024

Business Management

07-2024

Critical Thinking

07-2024

ALX: Salesforce Administrator Certification

04-2024

Data-decision Making, Problem-Solving, and Time Management - Allison23

10-2023

Business Development Foundations

08-2023

Persuasion Strategies

07-2023

Cold Calling Mastery - LinkedIn Learning

06-2023
Successful Negotiations: Essential Strategies and Skills, Allison, 01/31/24
03-2023

Proposal Writing - LinkedIn Learning

03-2023

Effective Sales Strategies and Techniques

03-2023

Virtual Assistant

Fiverr
03.2020 - 02.2022

Business Development Executive

FLYING DOCTORS NIGERIA
2 2023 - 08.2024

Customer Service Cashier (Intern)

Guaranty Trust Bank
8 2019 - 2 2020
SARAH CHUKWUBusiness Development Executive