Brenton Ford Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

My new role consists of leading the Cobra Puma Golf Sales and Merchandising functions for Puma Oceania.Sales:Drive profitable and sustainable market share and net sales growth for the Golf Business Unit in Oceania.Lead the golf business unit sales team to deliver against agreed budgets and commercial expectations. Work closely with golf key customer management groups to ensure delivery against expectations at all levels of their experience with the Cobra Puma Golf… Show more My new role consists of leading the Cobra Puma Golf Sales and Merchandising functions for Puma Oceania.Sales:Drive profitable and sustainable market share and net sales growth for the Golf Business Unit in Oceania.Lead the golf business unit sales team to deliver against agreed budgets and commercial expectations. Work closely with golf key customer management groups to ensure delivery against expectations at all levels of their experience with the Cobra Puma Golf brand.Merchandising:Execute the Area Merchandise function for Cobra Puma Golf, in order to achieve the desired results to secure a solid/safe future platform for the longevity and desirability of the brand. Support the delivery of the Area Financial plan and the global brand strategy leading to a maximum sell-through result. Lead all aspects of the Go-To-Market process for Cobra Puma Golf. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In this role I am responsible for executing the Area Merchandise function for Cobra and Puma Golf including hardware, accessories, apparel and footwear in order to achieve the desired results to secure a solid future platform for the Longevity and Desirability of the Brand. Deliver the Area Financial Plan whilst supporting Global Brand strategy, leading to a maximum sell-through result. The position is Go-to-Market focused in terms of execution and planning.

Queensland, Australia

As a Territory Manager, I am responsible for driving profitable and sustainable market share and net sales growth, delivering against the budget and commercial expectations.Key Responsibilities include;* Achieving sales and margin targets with assigned Cobra PUMA Golf customers in the designated territory;* Completing and maintaining an effective sales call cycle on a weekly/monthly basis;* Driving the seasonal Go-To-Market (GTM) process in the specified territory with a… Show more As a Territory Manager, I am responsible for driving profitable and sustainable market share and net sales growth, delivering against the budget and commercial expectations.Key Responsibilities include;* Achieving sales and margin targets with assigned Cobra PUMA Golf customers in the designated territory;* Completing and maintaining an effective sales call cycle on a weekly/monthly basis;* Driving the seasonal Go-To-Market (GTM) process in the specified territory with a focus on securing pre-book orders;* Being focused on Training and Education of staff in store on Cobra PUMA Golf product. Conduct Cobra PUMA Golf customer demo days as required;* Delivering the seasonal sell-in targets for the territory(s), agree with account(s) on expected KPIs / sell-thru targets and monitor the progress;* Executing visual merchandising to best secure prime space in store, effectively display our product, and assist the store in driving sales and sell-thru; * Forecasting, tracking and reporting quantitative and qualitative performance on customers and market/competitor activity within designated territory. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Execute the Area Merchandise function for both Global Team Sports (all divisions) and Cobra Puma Golf (all divisions), in order to achieve the desired results, to secure a solid/safe future platform for the longevity and desirability of the brand. Support the delivery of the area financial plan and the global brand strategy leading to a maximum sell-through result. Position is Go-to-Market focused in terms of execution and planning.Merchandising Process: Drive and execute the Area… Show more Execute the Area Merchandise function for both Global Team Sports (all divisions) and Cobra Puma Golf (all divisions), in order to achieve the desired results, to secure a solid/safe future platform for the longevity and desirability of the brand. Support the delivery of the area financial plan and the global brand strategy leading to a maximum sell-through result. Position is Go-to-Market focused in terms of execution and planning.Merchandising Process: Drive and execute the Area Product Assortment for my relevant categories in order to align to the overall Business Strategy whilst achieving the seasonal KPI’s. Accountable for building and executing an Area (Distribution-Account-Consumer-flow-pricing) relevant category assortments for Wholesale and Retail.Delivering KPIs: execute the Area Merchandising plan to deliver against agreed Area Category Plans/Targets as well as annual personal KPI’s.Cross-Functional / Cross-Category Alignment: collaborate with other Merchandise Team members, Area Sales, Retail and Marketing teams to coordinate activities against agreed and aligned Financial targets or other Area relevant Strategic goals. Guide and support Key Partner Account implementation in the Area in order to achieve maximum sell-through result and the desired Category mix.In-season Opportunities: Manage Global in-season opportunities outside of regular timelines with fast response. Drive immediate Sales opportunities to the Wholesale business via current stock opportunities and effective promotion via MyPUMA.bizMarket Knowledge: Be the expert in my respective categories for the Area and understand the wider Global market. Feedback on sell-through, product/consumer trends, pricing, competitor information and market conditions at regular intervals and utilize this knowledge to make informed decisions on the Range selections. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Key Responsibilities• Driving overall sales, increasing profitability and achieving KPIs• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information of all golf hardware, accessories, apparel, and technology. • Developing extensive product knowledge of all new products and hardware features• Training staff on new products, methods of selling against competitive products and educating customers on advances in the golf… Show more Key Responsibilities• Driving overall sales, increasing profitability and achieving KPIs• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information of all golf hardware, accessories, apparel, and technology. • Developing extensive product knowledge of all new products and hardware features• Training staff on new products, methods of selling against competitive products and educating customers on advances in the golf industry.• Completing product merchandising and floor management to feature key products• Custom fitting golf equipment to all levels of golfersMajor Accomplishments• Being recognised as the top sales person in store through Q3 & Q4 of 2016/17• Achieved #1 in gross profit, and #1 in membership sales during my first year of employment Show less

Geelong

Key Responsibilities• Efficiently and professionally responding to all incoming enquiries via email and telephone • Providing excellent customer service, with up-to-date product and pricing information• Identifying customer needs and tailoring bookings to ensure customer satisfaction• Effectively leading the team of booth attendants, delegating tasks, completing staff rosters, and ensuring jobs are completed in an organised, efficient and professional manner• Actively… Show more Key Responsibilities• Efficiently and professionally responding to all incoming enquiries via email and telephone • Providing excellent customer service, with up-to-date product and pricing information• Identifying customer needs and tailoring bookings to ensure customer satisfaction• Effectively leading the team of booth attendants, delegating tasks, completing staff rosters, and ensuring jobs are completed in an organised, efficient and professional manner• Actively managing all business financials, accounts and payroll• Focusing on business growth, new marketing strategies and increasing market share• Utilising social media to improve and increase brand awareness and revenueMajor Accomplishments• Co-developed the business model, branding and vision • Cultivated relationships with key vendors• Achieved $70,000 revenue in the first 12 months of operation• Received valuation of $100,000 after 12 months of operation Show less

Australia

During my time as a photographer, I had experience in a range of different industries including;Commercial, Events, Weddings, Live Music, and Portraits.Key responsibilities of this role included;• Market and advertise services to attract clients, build rapport and retain clients and an active network• Analyze and decide on exposure, composition, framing and more• Use various photographic techniques and equipment (Canon, Nikon, Fuji, Sigma, Bowen, Elinchrom, Broncolor… Show more During my time as a photographer, I had experience in a range of different industries including;Commercial, Events, Weddings, Live Music, and Portraits.Key responsibilities of this role included;• Market and advertise services to attract clients, build rapport and retain clients and an active network• Analyze and decide on exposure, composition, framing and more• Use various photographic techniques and equipment (Canon, Nikon, Fuji, Sigma, Bowen, Elinchrom, Broncolor, and more)• Capture subjects in commercial-quality photographs for print, and digital use• Use advanced knowledge of natural or artificial light to enhance the subject and quality of the image• Use photo enhancing software (Lightroom, Photoshop, Camera Raw, Capture One)• Maintain a digital portfolio, both physical and digital Show less

Geelong, Australia

Key Responsibilities during my time owning Geelong Camera Hire included;• Efficiently and professionally responding to all incoming enquiries via email, phone and social media• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information Assisting customers with enquiries, and recommending products to satisfy their needs• Managing local collections and drop-offs, interstate deliveries, and emergency/last-minute bookings• Independently… Show more Key Responsibilities during my time owning Geelong Camera Hire included;• Efficiently and professionally responding to all incoming enquiries via email, phone and social media• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information Assisting customers with enquiries, and recommending products to satisfy their needs• Managing local collections and drop-offs, interstate deliveries, and emergency/last-minute bookings• Independently completing all day-to-day tasks and conflicting demands/priorities• Actively managing all business financials, accounts, sales, networking, and marketing• Focusing on business growth, new marketing strategies and increasing market share• Utilising social media to improve and increase brand awareness and revenueMajor Accomplishments• Built lasting relationships with customers in Victoria and interstate• Achieved $200,000 in revenue since launch• Successfully developed and sold my first company at the age of 27 Show less

Geelong, Vic

Key Responsibilities during my time at Telstra included;• Providing superior customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information• Assisting with contract enquiries, and recommending product to satisfy customers’ needs• Working efficiently within the sales team and contributing to sales budgets and KPIs• Participating in sales training and providing mentoring and supervision to colleagues• Successfully managing and following-up with all customer… Show more Key Responsibilities during my time at Telstra included;• Providing superior customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information• Assisting with contract enquiries, and recommending product to satisfy customers’ needs• Working efficiently within the sales team and contributing to sales budgets and KPIs• Participating in sales training and providing mentoring and supervision to colleagues• Successfully managing and following-up with all customer requests, issues and complaints• Developing extensive knowledge and skills in cellular information technology, and effectively troubleshooting with all customer hardware and software issuesMajor Accomplishments• Consistently top 3 sales person for my time with Telstra, including customer satisfaction KPI• Achieved highest “StayConnected” add-on percentage of all sales staff for the first 6 months of employment Show less

Waurn Ponds, Vic

Key Responsibilities during my time at Harvey Norman included;• Participate in sales training conducted by Harvey Norman, third parties and product suppliers to learn and develop sales techniques• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information of all computer hardware, mobile phones, camera equipment, printers, etc. • Driving department sales and achieving KPIs• Developing extensive product knowledge of all software and… Show more Key Responsibilities during my time at Harvey Norman included;• Participate in sales training conducted by Harvey Norman, third parties and product suppliers to learn and develop sales techniques• Providing excellent customer service, with accurate and up-to-date product and pricing information of all computer hardware, mobile phones, camera equipment, printers, etc. • Driving department sales and achieving KPIs• Developing extensive product knowledge of all software and hardware features, and troubleshooting for customers• Completing product merchandising and floor management to feature key productsMajor Accomplishments• Being recognised as key sales person and being selected to participate in exclusive training • Achieved over $1,000,000 in sales within first year of employment Show less

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom), Accounting And Finance

Activities and Societies: Commerce Society Bachelor of Commerce, Major in Accounting and Finance

Victorian Certificate Of Education, Vce

Activities and Societies: Cricket, Football, Hospitality VCE