Area Sales & Technical Manager
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I am a dedicated, diligent and enthusiastic individual who thrives on new and challenging situations. My varied work experience has empowered me to embrace any task. As well as often taking the role as a motivational leader within groups I am also a very good team worker who focuses on delivering the desired outcome. I am positive and approachable but also always willing to approach others to understand their perspectives and how we can work together to achieve our respective business goals.
Area Sales & Technical Manager - Nic Ice Ltd - North of England
(2021-01)
Technically trained and responsible for 140+ ice cream parlours, manufacturers and wholesalers across the North of England with a turnover of over £3.5 million.
Matchday Catering Manager and Matchday Steward - Accrington Stanley FC
(2018-09)
Responsible for the health and safety of staff and customers on match days, along with keeping up with food hygiene standards, along with managing 6 kiosks within the ground and assisting the bar staff when needed. With having access to the whole ground and being a steward to the club, when I am requested to assist.
Sales Support Manager - ACDC LED Ltd (Part of the Zumtobelgroup)
(2019-05 - 2021-01)
Responsible for managing a pipeline of over £33 million over 6 regions around the world, generating, maintaining and building relationships within Zumtobel Sales, Business Development Managers and End Users, to strengthen ACDC's brand and project positioning.
Business Development Manager - Soreen Ltd
(2018-02 - 2019-05)
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Account Manager - Fresh Direct
(2017-08 - 2018-02)
Responsible for managing existing accounts and gaining new business, working with accounts such as Bolton Wanderers FC, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Chinese Buffet World
Territory Sales Manager - H N Nuttall Ltd
(2017-01 - 2017-08)
Covering a geographic area working with Executive Chefs, Head Chefs, Bar Mangers and other decision makers in small delis, pubs, restaurants, hotels, sports clubs, health and education sites
Business Development Manager - Pukka Pies
(2013 - 2017)
Responsible for managing existing accounts and gaining new business, working with independent and national fish & chip shops, bakeries, takeaways, wholesalers, caterers, pubs/hotels and Stadia such as V A Whitley, Jack Frost (Isle of Mann), Henry Colbecks.
Sales Development Manager - Pooles of Wigan Ltd
(2012 - 2013)
Managing a Van Sales service to 70 customers, with daily deliveries and concrete deadlines
Sales Support Manager - VA Whitley & Co Ltd
(2010 - 2012)
Managing a database of 400 accounts in my geographic area, mainly fish & chips shops and takeaways, with an annual turnover of £2m
Area Sales Co-Ordinator - Walter Holland & Son
(2005 - 2010)
Managing a team of 8 vans and 400 customers with an annual turnover of £2.5m
National Diploma - Computer Studies - Accrington and Rossendale College (1995 - 1997)
BTEC 1st Diploma - Information Technology Applications - Haslingden High School & 6th Form (1989 - 1995)
