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Karim Karmali

Karim Karmali

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Summary

Seasoned Business Owner and Trading Manager with a proven track record of fostering robust customer relationships and executing strategic sales initiatives to drive growth. At A.Simões, Lda., leveraged negotiation and relationship-building skills to achieve a 96% on-time delivery rate in 2004, underscoring a commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction. Motivated business professional bringing 20 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating, and supporting staff members.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Business Owner

A.Simões, Lda.
03.2018 - Current
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
  • Improved operational efficiency by establishing clear goals, setting performance expectations, and monitoring progress regularly.
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.

Trading in Medicine, Medical Products & Equipment

Spielmed, Lda.
04.2005 - 01.2015
  • Managed senior-level negotiating and marketing with Ministry of Health, Health Care Directors, Chief Purchase Directors at the Provinces, and Hospital Directors.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with the abovementioned healthcare deputies responsible at the country level to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Sourcing and Purchasing of medical products and medicines as per requirements of clients.
  • Implemented the imports and distribution of all the purchases.

Trading Manager

Globaflex, Lda.
06.2001 - 05.2004
  • Implemented trading project based in Lisbon to sell to Sonangol (Angolan government oil company) and later on medicine and medical disposable products to their clinic in Luanda - as per their quaterly requirements.
  • Implemented trading strategies by analyzing market trends to inform decision-making processes in trading activities.
  • Delivered high-quality trade execution services (96% of medicine required were delivered on time in 2004), ensuring timely transactions with minimal errors or delays.

Education

GCE Advanced Level in Economics - Economics

David Game Tutors
London, UK
04.2001 -

Marketing Course -

World Trade Center
Lisbon, Portugal
04.2001 -

Skills

Business Planning

Timeline

Business Owner

A.Simões, Lda.
03.2018 - Current

Trading in Medicine, Medical Products & Equipment

Spielmed, Lda.
04.2005 - 01.2015

Trading Manager

Globaflex, Lda.
06.2001 - 05.2004

GCE Advanced Level in Economics - Economics

David Game Tutors
04.2001 -

Marketing Course -

World Trade Center
04.2001 -

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