Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Swimming, book reading and cycling
Timeline
BusinessDevelopmentManager
Paddy Mutanda

Paddy Mutanda

Business Development Manager
Kampala

Summary

Dynamic Business Development Executive with expertise in international marketing and negotiation, currently at Jay Fortune Limited in Uganda and worked in Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia. Excelled in identifying high-potential markets, enhancing customer satisfaction, and achieving sales targets. Proficient with international customer relationship management and cross-cultural communication, driving business growth and fostering strong client relationships. Fluent in English, ensuring seamless global interactions.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development Executive

Jay Fortune Limited
03.2019 - Current
  • Jay Fortune is an export company dedicated to delivering premium quality foodstuffs to international markets across Europe, Canada and the Middle East. As a Business Development Executive, these are a few of the roles I performed:
  • identified high potential markets in Europe, Canada and the Middle-East and built strong relationships with clients leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Studied market trends, customer needs, competitor pricing and demanded patterns.
  • Use platforms like linkedin, trade directories and exhibitions to generate leads.
  • Developed sales strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Ensure compliance with export regulations, food safety standards and customs requirements.
  • Set targets and work towards achieving monthly/quarterly sales targets.
  • Support market campaigns and promotions, trade fairs and exhibitions.
  • Develop sales materials and product presentations.
  • Suggest improvements and new product lines for export.
  • Work closely with procurement, quality assurance, logistics and finance.

General Manager

Mbale Travelers Inn Hotel
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Oversaw overall hotel operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day management and exceptional guest experience.
  • Worked with the entire hotel staff to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and hospitality compliance across all departments.
  • Handled guest relations and resolved complaints, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Monitored financial performance, including budgeting, cost control and revenue optimization.
  • Managed staff recruitment, training and performance creating a customer focused team.
  • Coordinated with suppliers and vendors for procurement of hotel suppliers and services.
  • Maintained excellent customer service, improving hotel reputation and guest reviews.

Customer Care Representative

AAPT Australia
04.2015 - 08.2017

AAPT Australia is a national network in Australia that offers fiber and internet infrastructure. My roles included:

  • Provided high quality customer support via phone, email, and chat ensuring customer satisfaction and retention from all Austrian states including South/West Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New Southwales and Tasmania.
  • Assisted customers with service inquiries, account management, billing issues and technical support.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively and professionally, ensuring positive outcomes from clients calling in from all states.
  • Achieved individual performance targets such as response time, customer satisfaction and call resolution.
  • Offered product and service information, upselling where appropriate.

Customer Service Representative

Telstra Telecommunication
03.2013 - 12.2014

Telstra is Australia's largest telecommunications company providing a wide range of services across the country.

  • Delivered exceptional customer service through phone, email and live chat assisting customers from all over Australia with inquiries and support needs.
  • Assisted customers with account management, billing, plan changes and service upgrades.
  • Resolved technical and service related issues with clear guidance.
  • Responded to customer requests for Telstra products, services, and company information.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members and other departments to resolve complex customer cases.
  • Maintained a professional, friendly and customer focused approach at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Business

Limkokwing University Of Creative Technology, Malaysia
Malaysia, Cyberjaya
04.2001 -

Skills

Customer relationship management

Sales and marketing

Cross cultural communication

International marketing

International trade and logistics

Negotiation and problem solving

Business development and planning

FLUENT IN ENGLISH

Certification

Human Resource Management

Swimming, book reading and cycling

Swimming, reading, and cycling help me maintain physical fitness, mental focus, and personal discipline. Reading supports continuous learning, while swimming and cycling promote endurance, resilience, and a balanced lifestyle.

Timeline

Business Development Executive

Jay Fortune Limited
03.2019 - Current

General Manager

Mbale Travelers Inn Hotel
01.2018 - 01.2019

Customer Care Representative

AAPT Australia
04.2015 - 08.2017

Customer Service Representative

Telstra Telecommunication
03.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - International Business

Limkokwing University Of Creative Technology, Malaysia
04.2001 -
Paddy MutandaBusiness Development Manager