Bruce Smith

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Sales Manager at Shelf Edge Solutions @ Shelf Edge Solutions
mississauga, ontario, canada
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Canada
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About Bruce Smith

I am a strong business leader, with over 25 years of international experience in business development, account management, agency management, retailing, brand strategy and marketing.During my career I’ve successfully collaborated with engineers, marketers, merchandisers, and creative teams in developing design solutions, opening new accounts and generating growth from existing ones.I’ve also managed the development of strategy, communications, corporate identities, packaging, merchandising and environmental designs for major firms in Canada and the U.S. My clientele has included CPGs, grocers, telecoms, hard goods, fashion, pharmacy, sporting goods and financial service providers. Generating exciting and innovative ideas that help others succeed continues to be a fantastic experience for me.As a member of the Canadian Luge team at the Lake Placid Winter Olympics, I finished 11th of 36 competitors. While I no longer compete, I am hard-wired with the commitment and determination that elite competition demands.Based on my knowledge of the sport, I developed and marketed the LaserLuge Snow Sled. The product won the prestigious 1996 Financial Post / Apple Canada Design Effectiveness Award and was sold worldwide.During my career I have worked with T-Mobile, Bell Canada, AT&T, Victoria's Secrets, Scotiabank, Metro, The Home Depot, Procter & Gamble, Loblaws, The Beer Store, Princess Auto, and Sobeys.My knowledge and skills:
- Business Development
- Account Executive
- Strategy Creation
- Brand Identity (strategy, naming and design)- Brand Execution
- Marketing
- Retailing (packaging and environments)

Bruce Smith's Current Company Details
Shelf Edge Solutions

Shelf Edge Solutions

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Sales Manager at Shelf Edge Solutions
mississauga, ontario, canada
Employees:
4
Bruce Smith Work Experience Details
  • Shelf Edge Solutions
    Sales Manager
    Shelf Edge Solutions Feb 2019 - Present
    Toronto, Canada Area
    Shelf Edge Solutions is a leading electronic shelf label hardware and software system integrator. We are SoluM Electronic Shelf Label's Canadian sales representatives and distributors.Electronic shelf label (ESL) tags replace the traditional retail paper shelf tag and electronically display product information such as price, description, UPC code, discount rate and sale signs. Each ESL tag is part of a secure wireless system that updates individual product information dynamically and in real time. ESL tags also enable direct communication with customers at the shelf edge.
  • Sellingdesign
    Independent Consultant
    Sellingdesign Feb 2018 - Present
    Toronto, On
    More to come!
  • Ffr Merchandising
    National Sales Manager - Canada
    Ffr Merchandising Jan 2014 - Jan 2018
    Toronto, Canada Area
    During my time with FFR I developed a strategy to substantially raise the brand’s profile in Canada while managing existing retail and display company accounts. These included Walmart, Loblaws, The Home Depot, Menasha, Artisan Complete, and Holland and Crosby.Through persistent cold calling and networking I built relationships with national chains that led to fact-finding appointments, introductory presentations, product tests, inclusion in tenders, sale closures and ongoing program management. All my activities were documented on Microsoft Dynamics.Through intense business development initiatives I introduced numerous retailers to FFR including Sobeys, Metro, Shoppers Drug Mart, Calgary Coop, Federated Coop and Giant Tiger. I also opened accounts with CPGs such as Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble.Product testing was an important part of our business development strategy and I installed and assisted with testing FFR products in stores and lab locations. In order to put forward the most suitable solution I audited retail locations by assessing Plan-O-Grams, shelving systems, signage and graphics programs, cooler units and existing security systems.Other responsibilities included managing tender responses, managing custom solutions and following up on overdue accounts. Finally I worked with FFR’s shipping department to:- Establish DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping protocols,- Develop a quoting and billing format that met our client’s requirements,- Optimize cross-border shipping including 3PL services.
  • Mcintyre Group
    Director, Retail Solutions
    Mcintyre Group Aug 2013 - Jan 2014
    Mississauga, On
    For the past several months I had the pleasure of working with McIntyre Group Retail Services. Being a part of a management team that is committed to delivering professional services and innovative products has been a great experience.I worked with retailers, contractors, fabricators and design firms to identify and integrate appropriate applications for McIntyre Group’s warehouse-based, transportation and field installation capabilities.We also added to the product lines available through McIntyre Group, focusing on the value-adding opportunities they offer for new, reconfigured and customized retail environments. Those lines included Swiftspace mobile retail stations, Gondola Skate moving systems, Connectrac wire management systems, NxtWall demountable architectural walls and Aurora high-density storage systems.
  • Dmd Retail Design
    Vice President, Business Strategy
    Dmd Retail Design Jun 2004 - Jan 2013
    Toronto, Canada
    I did many diverse tasks at DMD. Managing client accounts was a key responsibility for me along with marketing the firm, developing new business and contributing to internal management.My experience in business, strategy development, branding, retailing and design meant that I also consulted with customers on developing their ultimate customer experience.Clients include Bell Canada, Loblaw, Nike, Princess Auto, Scotiabank, T-Mobile, Tile Shoppe, Victoria's Secret, Unitron and Winexpert
  • Maclaren Mccann
    Director, Business Development
    Maclaren Mccann Sep 2001 - Sep 2003
    Toronto, Canada
    Brandid was a division of MacLaren McCann and I was the lead on new business initiatives, developed strategy for clients and managed accounts. One of the great projects I was extensively involved in was the logo for the Toronto Blue Jays. As well, a London Design Award was given to us for our work on behalf of The Mibro Group. We created a compelling brand and look for their BitBull drill bit set.Other clients included Crayola Canada, Eureka Vacuum, Rogers and Seneca Foods.
  • Nexient Corporation
    Director, Business Development
    Nexient Corporation Nov 2000 - Sep 2001
    Toronto, On
    Nexient was a brand strategy consultancy, able to offer clients fully integrated solutions including E-Commerce, Corporate Communications, Web, Package and Retail Design, and Direct Marketing. Clients included CIBC Amicus Bank, Nestle and Sam’s Club.
  • Watt International
    Director, Business Development
    Watt International 1998 - 2000
    Toronto, Canada
    During my tenure with the Watt Group, I developed new business opportunities and contributed to developing the firms marketing initiatives. This included speaking on behalf of Watt at many industry conferences as well as writing articles.I also helped manage a variety of accounts and clients' strategy development.Clients included The Beer Store, Canada Bread, Rona, Sheridan Nurseries and Source for Sports
  • Rodel Sports Equipment
    Founder / Owner
    Rodel Sports Equipment 1993 - 1998
    Toronto, Canada
    I turned a patented idea into a feasible product that sold over 60,000 units worldwide. The LaserLuge was sold from retailers as diverse as Hammacher Schlemmer and Costco.
  • Freedom 55 Financial
    Manager
    Freedom 55 Financial 1988 - 1993
    Toronto, Canada
    As a Employee Benefits and Pensions Manager with London Life, now Freedom 55 Financial, I prospected for new accounts, managed existing accounts and trained sales representatives.

Bruce Smith Skills

Retail Marketing Business Development Brand Architecture Retail Design Creative Direction Integrated Marketing Brand Development Business Strategy New Business Development Strategy Competitive Analysis Marketing Strategy Packaging Advertising Digital Marketing Market Research Marketing Communications Brand Management Product Development Operations Management Social Media Marketing Product Marketing Marketing Management Customer Insight Entrepreneurship Management Digital Strategy Direct Marketing Business Planning Sales Corporate Branding Strategic Planning Corporate Communications Leadership Account Management Strategic Partnerships Team Building Market Planning Relationship Marketing Mobile Devices Merchandising P&l Management B2b Inventory Management Customer Experience E Commerce

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Bruce Smith works for Shelf Edge Solutions

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Bruce Smith's current role is Sales Manager at Shelf Edge Solutions.

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What schools did Bruce Smith attend?

Bruce Smith attended Laurentian University/université Laurentienne, Lorne Park Secondary School.

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Bruce Smith has interest in Sailing And Skiing, Luge.

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Bruce Smith has skills like Retail, Marketing, Business Development, Brand Architecture, Retail Design, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Strategy, Competitive Analysis.

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