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Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Simpro Handling Equipment is a New Zealand manufacturer of specialised materials handling equipment.Since the company was founded in 1986, Simpro bin-tipping machines and stackers have established an international reputation for safety, reliability and advanced workflow technology. Currently over 80% of production is destined for export. Achievements and highlights • Build and expand the distribution networks within Australia, Asia and South Africa.• Sales growth year on year by 20%.• Forecasting, competitor analysis and the evaluation of changing market trends. • Fostering stakeholders relations.• Attendance of National and International trade expos.• Key point of contact for for both customer service and technical information.• Training and warranty support

Lismore Nsw

Wrightway Products is an Engineering business that is a leader and innovator in the Facilities Services, Materials Handling and Waste and Recycling Industries in Australia and the South Pacific. Achievements include:• Established, developed and maintained a National and International Customer and Distribution Network.• Account Management of International and National Sales, Tenders, Estimating and Contract negotiations.• Successfully developed new business opportunities, products and innovative customer solutions.• Account Management and Contract Negotiations with “Top 100 Companies” including Coles, Woolworths, BHP, BMA and Rio Tinto.• Financial Management ensuring KPI’s are obtained/surpassed, corporate sustainability and maintaining cash flows.• In conjunction with Senior Management, setting, maintaining and reviewing company budget, COGS and Sales budgets for all regions.• Leading, training and mentoring of sales team, distribution networks.• Project Management, Human Recourses Management and Change Management.• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders including both written and oral presentation of reports, marketing presentations and public relations.

Queensland

East West is one of Queensland's largest insurance brokerage firms situated in Brisbane.Achievements include;Developed strategic and operational business and marketing plan along with marketing material, including web marketing, which has identified our Unique Selling Position (USP) and our Points of Difference (PoD). Built a data bank of potential internal and external stakeholders and implemented a Marketing program, which yielded an increase in win ratio.Strategically increased the company's market share and presences by building and maintaining a referrer database of key external stakeholders, brand awareness and customer service. Developed and negotiated new contracts with new clientsIdentified and developed new products for the firm's strategic expansion plans.Developed and nurtured sales and marketing teams and their channels.

the third largest organisation in their sector, with greater than 3000 staff & an operational budget of 450 million dollars annually. Achievements include;Managed marketing and sales team with a strong strategic customer focus while exceeding KPI's by 9%. Event Coordination including corporate events, regional events/trade shows and PR coordination.Developed the strategic and operational marketing plan for Northern NSW region. Subsequently, segments were adopted by other regions.Change management implementing new processes and procedures.Increased the sales of Bonds and Units thereby amplified ROI by 48% & 60 % respectively for the organisation through targeted marketing campaigns. Reduced empty villas by 80% through constructing and maintaining a network register and contact system of 26 fundamental key external stakeholders. Negotiated and prepared contracts for independent living units, ensuring adherence to legislative requirements.Increased company's market presence to be provider of choice by continually updating Marketing research, branding and customer services.Formulated sales and marketing strategies, managed advertisements and promotions in print mediums, public speaking, internet and emarketing. Developed and nurtured sales and marketing channels.Co-ordinated and lead other sales personnel. Liaised with operation staff in the independent and residential living areas, which facilitated smooth transitions of residents and reduced "empty bed days"

Clarence Valley Council is one of the largest Councils in NSW, situated on the North Coast. Achievements include;Conceived and created promotional brochure resulting in 4% increase in off peak booking for township of Wooli, involving assistance to community stakeholders in content development, photography and finalisation of the project. Development of 'New Residents Kit' including research, content development and brochure and website content and structure. Marketing research, analysis and review of reporting and marketing assessment of Holiday Parks managed by Council. Developed press releases and associated promotional material. Provided support for events coordinator for public events & trade shows with a budget of 1.3 million dollars.

A gourmet honey firm encompassing primary production, product research and development and marketing of unique boutique style products for the Australian market.Achievements include;Developed business sectors and opportunities, direct selling experience in B2B, retail and wholesale, stock control and logistics management.Financial & budgetary management, maintaining business and accounting records to comply with Australian Accounting Standards. Researched and Developed new products i.e. skin care line; which value added 19% to operating income financially. Project Management, engaging contractors ensuring works were satisfactorily completed on time and on budget.

Diploma Of Project Management, Project Management

Successfully completed a Certificate 4 in Project Management and then went on and completed my Diploma in Project Management.

Bachelor Of Business;, Accounting And Marketing

member of the CPA, Membership No. 9320164 Certificate I; and subsequently being invited to participate in an Post Graduate Program.

Bachelor Of Business, Accounting & Marketing