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United Kingdom

London Area, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

Leading a team Customer Development Managers, working with multiple operators and suppliers across multiple channels of the on-trade drinks industry

London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Key Account Management and New business Development in the on-trade, looking after IFT, multiple operators and Key accounts in London and the South East. Maximising margin and turnover through negotiation and implementation of trading terms; pricing and channel marketing activity

South East

Plummers PlainPurchased the tenancy agreement of a public house with a business partner (personally funded), in need of extensive renovation in Horsham, West Sussex. Business plan engineered to establish a licensed premises with exceptional standards in both product and customer service quality. Business plan evaluated and approved by BreweryEstablish a first class team of employees including a reputable chef and deputy Increasing staff from 3 to 10Identified and encouraged personal development and training opportunities for all staff to increase productivityBen White CV, Continued..Excellent relationships developed with local suppliersRegular review and re-evaluation of supplier agreements to achieve significant financial savings and increased profit (Food GP increased by 6% to 61%)(Wet GP increased by 4% to 59%)(60%GP Overall)On-going strategic review of the business and performance Managed sales and promotional strategy, development and implementationIncreased turnover by approx 70% from 175k to 300k by gaining in depth understanding of Customers and target marketAchieved additional sales volume through seasonal marketing campaigns and promotionsUtilised effective time management to ensure all financial deadlines were adhered toProactive in self development and kept up to date with industry and market trendsManagement of all staff: Recruitment, Training, Rostering and Personnel Responsible for day-to-day operations, including stock-taking, billing, ordering and cash managementAchieved and exceeded predefined sales targets set by Brewery for promotionsOrganised social functions and catered for up to 200 peopleEnsured high standards of customer service

London based International Vending machine, Import and Export Company Liaise with Suppliers and DistributorsStock Management, maintaining accurate records (manual and computerised)Management of Annual Stock takeImplementing, reviewing and ensuring compliance with Company proceduresContributing to implementation of new technologyPerformance management, staff communication, training and developmentWarehouse equipment & facilities managementRegular liaison with the management teamContribute to planning of policy and procedure

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