Abdul Faruqi
About Abdul Faruqi
Abdul Faruqi is an Enterprise Account Manager in the Customer Sales Business Unit at SOTI, where he manages technology sales for public sector accounts in Northern Alberta. He has a background in public administration and has held various roles in technology sales, including positions at Bell Mobility, Oracle, and Intuit.
Work at SOTI
Abdul Faruqi has been serving as an Enterprise Account Manager in the Customer Sales Business Unit at SOTI since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing technology sales for public sector accounts in Northern Alberta. His client portfolio includes significant entities such as the Government of Alberta, City of Edmonton, and Alberta Health Services. Faruqi focuses on core technology sales, ensuring that the needs of public sector clients are met effectively.
Previous Experience in Technology Sales
Prior to his current position at SOTI, Abdul Faruqi worked at Oracle as an Information Technology Account Manager for the Public Sector from 2017 to 2019. He also held the position of Account Manager at Intuit from 2016 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure at Bell Mobility as an Assistant Manager, where he developed foundational skills in technology sales and account management.
Education and Expertise
Abdul Faruqi holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Public Administration from York University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also earned a Human Resource diploma from Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, completing his studies there from 2002 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in managing public sector accounts and technology sales.
Achievements in Sales Performance
In fiscal year 2018, Abdul Faruqi achieved 133% of the budget attainment while focusing on core technology sales for public sector accounts. This accomplishment reflects his ability to effectively engage with clients and drive sales performance in a competitive market.
Geographic Focus in Sales
In his current role at SOTI, Abdul Faruqi handles core technology sales for public sector accounts not only in Northern Alberta but also in the North West Territories, specifically in Yellowknife. This geographic focus allows him to address the unique needs of public sector clients in these regions.