1. Bilal Z. Kayyali
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33412
561-900-5601 mobile
bilalkayyali333@gmail.com
Sr. Sales Manager
Highly qualified Sales Manager with 15 years of Business Development and Sales Leadership
experience. Possess a proven track record to inspire and lead a high performance sales staff to achieve
company goals and increase growth.
Summary of Qualifications and Technical Skills
Special Awards –
Three (3) Time Herman Lays Award Recipient, PepsiCo Frio-Lay Inc., Palm Beach Zone
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Rajeen for Oriental Elegance
Retail and Wholesale for Handmade Middle Eastern Products
January 2013 – Present
Cairo, Egypt, North Africa
Business Owner
Established Raj3een with a new vision to revive and preserve the Middle Eastern culture and heritage
for the benefit of future generations. In the first year, Raj3een participated in more than 15 exhibitions
throughout the Middle East and by year two, Raj3een products were featured on national television talk
shows in Egypt, Jordan, The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - as well as special historical
documentaries. Some of Raj3een products can be found on display in Middle Eastern embassies and a
few European embassies located in Egypt and Jordan.
Jood Clothing Company (a Family Business)
Retail and Wholesale of US and Chinese Imports
March 2012 – January 2013
Amman, Jordan, Middle East
Partner and General Manager
Managed all aspects of the day-to-day business operation, inventory, sales, establish contracts with
suppliers in the US and China to import clothing and related accessories to the Middle East. Forecast
sales, set goals for employees, grew the business to add a second Retail location in one of the newest
Retail malls in Jordan.
Manage Large Operating Budget
Interact w/High Profile & C-suite Executives
Positive Attitude to Motivate, Inspire & Lead a
High Performance Sales Team
Strong Customer Service Skills
Build Successful Customer Relationships
Work Well under Pressure to meet Deadlines
Enjoy Challenging Projects & Breaking Sales
Records
Fluent in Arabic and English languages
Strong Multi-Task ability
Self-Motivated & Results Oriented
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Quick Read and Quickly Adapt to New
Software
Assist, Share Knowledge and Mentor other
Team Leaders
2. PEPSICO Frito-Lay, Inc.
Global Food and Beverage Leader
January 2006 – January 2012
West Palm Beach, FL
Palm Beach Zone
District Sales Manager
Managed a team of 12 sales representatives at the Palm Beach Zone Distribution Center. Developed
Team efficiency and improved individual salesperson performance record to meet company goals.
Increased company sales by building lasting relationships with customers and sales team, established
relationships with multiple District Managers of large Grocery Store chains and Business
Owners/Managers of Market Grocery Stores. Effective time-management skills to complete all
administrative, management and operational duties. Held Sales Team accountable to projections and
set standards to drive optimal team performance. Led and managed large format district (2010-2012)
that ran over $15MM in sales per year. Led and managed small format district (2006-2010) that ran
over $12MM in sales per year. Developed long term working relationships with key customers
(Walmart, Publix Supermarkets, Target, Sam’s Club, 7 eleven, Mobil Oil Stations, and more) to increase
sales volume, market share and overall profits. Determined and re-evaluated goals and objectives for
the district periodically.
PEPSICO Frito-Lay, Inc.
Global Food and Beverage Leader
January 2001 – January 2006
West Palm Beach, FL
Palm Beach Zone
Sales Specialist
Began career at Frito-Lay as a Sales Specialist. Support, Lead and Mentor Sales Personnel to achieve
sales goals in the Palm Beach Zone. Prepared sales and marketing materials for the varied distribution
routes and channels. Offered recommendations and changes to assist Sales Personnel achieve their set
goals. Provided support in resolving customer satisfaction and developed lasting rapport with
customers and key stakeholders.
QUICK STOP – Business Owner
Convenience Store Grocery
1992-2002
West Palm Beach, FL
FANTASTIC HOME SERVICES, Inc. – Business Owner
Construction, Sub-Contractor
1986-1992
Reston, Virginia
NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE CO. – Insurance Salesmen
Nationwide Insurance Company
1985-1986
Washington, DC -2-
3. AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE CO. – Insurance Salesmen
Nationwide Insurance Company
1984-1985
Amman, Jordan, Middle East
JORDANIAN ARMY – Enlisted Soldier
1982-1984
Amman, Jordan, Middle East
FAMILY BUSINESS – Retail and Wholesale Clothing Store
1970-1979
Amman, Jordan, Middle East
EDUCATION
1979-1982 Chamberlain Junior College, Boston, Massachusetts
Business Administration and Management
PHILANTHROPIC ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
SOS Support Our Soldiers, Inc. – Volunteer Member – a 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
The Friends of Fisher House, Inc. – Volunteer Member – a 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
West Palm Beach Fisher House, VA Medical Center of West Palm Beach, FL
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