Joshua Essang

JOSHUA ESSANG-|- Professional Summary Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a robust background in team leadership, sales management, and project execu(on. I possess a demonstrated track record in acquiring and retaining customers while driving substan(al business growth and consistently achieving revenue targets. My exper(se in quality assurance and brand management ensures high-standard project delivery. With excep(onal communica(on skills and a strong ap(tude for data analy(cs, I leverage insights to make strategic decisions and guide impac-ul ini(a(ves. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Poli(cal Science and a recent cer(fica(on in Data Analy(cs, I am well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to organiza(onal success. Objec ve To embrace challenging opportuni(es that allow me to leverage my exper(se to propel the organiza(on forward. Skills • Proven Team Leadership • Strategic Sales Management • Customer Acquisi(on and Reten(on Exper(se • Comprehensive Project Management • Strategic Nego(a(on and Decision-Making • Excep(onal Communica(on Skills • Proficient in Data Analy(cs (Excel and Power BI) Experience Business Development Manager Desac Energy Nigeria Limited | September 2024 – Present • Lead the iden(fica(on and pursuit of new business opportuni(es within the oil and gas industry, including upstream, midstream, and downstream segments. • Develop and implement strategic plans to secure contracts with IOCs, NOCs, and key sector players, aligning offerings with Nigerian Content Development (NCDMB) guidelines. • Build and maintain strong B2B rela(onships with clients, EPC contractors, regulators, and partners to drive business expansion and long-term growth. • Conduct market research, analyze sector trends, and assess compe(tors to iden(fy and capture emerging opportuni(es in the energy value chain. • Coordinate cross-func(onal teams to prepare technical and commercial proposals, prequalifica(on documents, and tender submissions. • Leverage data analy(cs tools (Excel, Power BI) to monitor KPIs, evaluate project viability, and generate performance reports that inform decision-making. • Represent the company in industry events, bid conferences, and stakeholder engagements to boost visibility and build strategic alliances. • Ensure all business development ac(vi(es comply with industry standards, local regula(ons, and client specifica(ons. Branch Project Manager (South-South) Voyance Marke ng Ltd | 2020 – September 2024 • Successfully led diverse teams and stakeholders to guarantee seamless project execu(on and outstanding outcomes. • Strategically directed all sales ac(vi(es, resul(ng in a 60% increase in annual revenue. • Improved opera(onal efficiency by supervising a team of seven customer service agents and reducing handling (me by 20%. • Served as primary liaison between the agency and clients, ensuring (mely achievement of project milestones. Quality Assurance Manager ResQ Marke ng Agency | 2019 – 2020 • Oversaw brand management and below-the-line (BTL) ac(va(ons to ensure project excellence. • Established and maintained high-quality standards across project execu(on stages. • Implemented strategic innova(ons to strengthen project delivery and brand visibility. Business Development Coordinator Nasco Group | 2018 – 2019 • Boosted customer sa(sfac(on by 25% through improved service strategies. • Streamlined daily opera(ons for enhanced efficiency. • Collaborated closely with marke(ng teams to gather insights and support business strategies. • Played a key role in craEing and execu(ng the company’s strategic business plan. Trade Marke ng Execu ve Nasco Group | 2018 – 2019 • Developed and communicated effec(ve trade marke(ng strategies for mul(ple product categories. • Created targeted trade marke(ng plans and led their successful execu(on. Zonal Coordinator (Experien al Marke ng) Airtel Nigeria | 2010 – 2015 • Oversaw sales and distribu(on across Abia, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River States. • Implemented strategic sales and marke(ng campaigns that significantly boosted subscriber acquisi(on and reten(on. • Achieved and surpassed gross revenue targets across assigned zones. Airport Clerk, Team Lead Tranex Courier Service | 2009 – 2010 • Managed (mely dispatch of courier mail bags at the airport. • Led opera(onal teams to op(mize produc(vity and ensure prompt delivery. Postman Nigeria Postal Service | 2008 – 2009 • Handled the dispatch and delivery of leGers to designated loca(ons efficiently. Educa on • Skill Ahead Academy – Data Analy cs (Excel and Power BI) | 2024 • Obafemi Awolowo University – Bachelor of Arts in Poli cal Science | 2009 Projects • Successfully managed and delivered high-impact projects across mul(ple industries— telecom, FMCG, and oil & gas—consistently exceeding expecta(ons and (melines.