Richard Oluwaseun Shittu

Richard Oluwaseun Shittu Business Development Manager | Sales Team Leader | Prop Firm & Investment Specialist ■ Dubai, UAE | ■ - | ✉■-| ■ linkedin.com/in/richydoo PROFILE SUMMARY Dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Manager with a strong background in sales, investment, and prop trading environments. Proven ability to lead sales teams, secure high-value clients, and build long-term business relationships. Skilled in negotiation, forecasting, and client management, with a record of consistently exceeding performance goals. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Increased company sales revenue by over 150% within one year through targeted business strategies. • Built and managed key client relationships across diverse markets, improving retention and client satisfaction rates by 30%. • Successfully led multiple cross-functional teams to achieve quarterly targets and expand market share. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Business Development Manager – SGFX, Dubai, UAE Aug 2025 – Present • Develop and implement strategic growth plans for the forex and prop firm divisions. • Cultivate and maintain high-value client relationships, ensuring consistent portfolio growth. • Analyze trading trends to provide clients with data-driven investment guidance. Sales Team Leader – FX Globe Marketing Management, Dubai Aug 2024 – Aug 2025 • Supervise a sales team of 10+ professionals, setting targets and providing performance coaching. • Coordinate client onboarding processes and manage lead generation campaigns. • Monitor market performance metrics to improve sales forecasting accuracy. Sales & Marketing Specialist – Alpha Star Marketing Management LLC, Dubai Aug 2023 – Jul 2024 • Managed marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels, improving brand awareness by 40%. • Collaborated with senior management to develop pricing and promotional strategies. • Delivered client presentations that resulted in new business partnerships. Sales & Marketing Specialist – Simba Commercial Brokerage, Dubai Feb 2022 – Jul 2023 • Identified and secured new business opportunities through cold calls, referrals, and networking. • Consistently exceeded monthly sales quotas and contributed to company growth initiatives. • Coordinated with internal teams to enhance client onboarding efficiency. Customer Service / Inventory Controller – EFS Facilities Services Group (EFS), Dubai Mar 2020 – Jun 2022 • Oversaw inventory operations ensuring 100% accuracy in stock records and order management. • Supported procurement processes by coordinating with vendors and internal departments. • Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely and professional communication. Stock Controller – Farm360, Lagos, Nigeria Oct 2018 – Mar 2020 • Maintained stock control systems to ensure efficient supply chain operations. • Implemented inventory optimization techniques reducing waste and shortages by 20%. • Coordinated deliveries and supplier schedules for seamless product availability. External Auditor – Akin Akinbote & Co, Ondo, Nigeria Sep 2016 – Dec 2017 • Conducted audits for multiple clients ensuring compliance with financial regulations. • Prepared audit reports and presented findings to senior management for corrective actions. • Supported clients in improving internal control systems and financial reporting accuracy. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS • Diploma in Statistics – Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji, Nigeria (2019) • SSCE – Ansar Ud Deen Comprehensive High School, Nigeria (2015) • Advanced Digital Marketing Certificate – Programming Hub (2022) • Social Media Marketing Certificate – Programming Hub (2022) • Business Communication & Management Certificate – NISAC (2017) SKILLS Sales Strategy, Business Development, CRM Management, Negotiation, Client Relationship, Leadership, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Analytical Thinking REFERENCES Available upon request.