Darren Bird

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Senior Corporate Account and Group Fleet Manager @ Tristram European | VW | ŠKODA | MG MOTOR
Auckland, NZ
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand, New Zealand
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About Darren Bird

Over 15 years, leading and growing businesses. I have leadership experience across NZ and the USA where I have built and grown a range of businesses on a global scale.I am a well-rounded results driven leader that is innovative, ambitious, commercial and someone who thrives on new challenges. I am a self-motivated and articulate communicator with specialties in strategy, management, sales management, business development and hold strong negotiation and people skills.My leadership style is positive, inclusive and decisive. I enjoy solving problems,telling stories and rallying teams to deliver ambitious goals.

Darren Bird's Current Company Details
Tristram European | VW | ŠKODA | MG MOTOR

Tristram European | Vw | Škoda | Mg Motor

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Senior Corporate Account and Group Fleet Manager
Auckland, NZ
Employees:
50
Darren Bird Work Experience Details
  • Tristram European | Vw | Škoda | Mg Motor
    Senior Corporate Account And Group Fleet Manager
    Tristram European | Vw | Škoda | Mg Motor
    Auckland, Nz
  • Tristram European | Vw | Škoda | Mg Motor
    Senior Corporate Account & Group Fleet Manager
    Tristram European | Vw | Škoda | Mg Motor Aug 2018 - Present
    Takapuna, Auckland
  • Aquaman Nz
    Company Director
    Aquaman Nz Aug 2018 - Present
    Auckland, New Zealand
    100% Natural pH9 Premium Artesian Mineral Spring Water sourced in Native New ZealandAlkaline water has smaller molecular content making it easier for the body to absorb. The body can be hydrated more effectively by drinking alkaline water instead of everyday tap water.
  • Santasworkshop.Nz
    Business Owner
    Santasworkshop.Nz Jun 2018 - Present
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Serial Entrepreneurialism at its best. A selection of ideas maturing into tangible products ready for market from a wealth of experience imported in to NZ. Expanding into overseas markets
  • Rapid Dry Towels
    Manager Of Sales
    Rapid Dry Towels Jun 2016 - Present
    Auckland, New Zealand
  • Aqua Synergy Nz Ltd
    General Manager
    Aqua Synergy Nz Ltd Nov 2016 - Sep 2018
    I am responsible for strategy development, business planning, sales leadership and development. For a nationwide water filtration company. I lead cross functional teams of up to 15 staff across, sales, logistics and delivering our goals
  • Aqua Synergy Group
    Business Development Director
    Aqua Synergy Group Jun 2014 - Nov 2016
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Aqua Synergy Group - Water Purification Specialists of Pentair Everpure in Food-service, Industry and Commercial applications across the Pacific.I am working closely with our team of professionals nationwide to bring the Worlds Leading Water Purification Products to every New Zealand home and business.
  • Funpix Event Photo Booth Nz
    Managing Director
    Funpix Event Photo Booth Nz Oct 2009 - Sep 2018
    Auckland
    Established an Events Photo Booth (Fun Pix) NZ during the Rugby World Cup. Responsible for all aspects of the running of this business from marketing, social media, web design, advertising to developing new business opportunities; Key target customers are weddings, birthdays, and corporate functions.
  • Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company
    Owner And Principal Consultant
    Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company Sep 2009 - Jun 2014
    Auckland
    Founded small consultancy for startups and corporate ventureSelected client engagements:• Plexure: Developed sales channel, increase brand awareness• Curekids: Business Development Planning and execution • Clean Corp: Strategic business planning, Set up nationwide franchise business• Green Acres: Consult and grow laundry franchise business• Wine Trading Co: Created a video production business for wine trading with China and NZ • NZIM: Facilitated sales fundamentals and negotiation skills programmes• 10 ticks Cleaning Products: Consult on Brand Strategy and Business Development• Tech Co: go to market travel and technology products
  • Mwa Going Somewhere
    Managing Director
    Mwa Going Somewhere Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
    Auckland New Zealand
    Importer Distributor of Travel Products. Trace Me Tracker, Travel Adapters, Truphone Local Anywhere SIM, Aether Mobile SIM & Powerstick Rechargeable Eco friendly personal devices
  • Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company
    Inventor/Director/Licensing Agreement
    Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company Jan 2000 - Jan 2012
    Auckland
    Creative inventor PetBlinker Brand for PetsTrademark & Patent owner of PetBlinkers Brands WorldwideManufacturer of Pet Products distributed in UK, NZ, USA, JP, ZA, DE, EUDesigned and patented a Pet Safety light called the ‘Pet Blinker’ that you attach to a dog’s collar to illuminate the pet at night. I sold the licensing agreement to Flipo Group Ltd in the USA in 2001 for global distribution. Sales in first 3 years totaled 1.5 million and today we have hit 3 million +• Marketed, designed and sold product globally• Exhibited 2004 InterZoo Nuremburg Germany – Pet Show• Developed key relationships with customers and established distribution in Germany,UK, USA, Australia, South Africa, and Japan & NZ.• Product was one of the top selling pet products for Masterpet NZ 4 years running• Sold 30,000 units on QVC TV in 8 minutes
  • Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company
    Entrepreneur Business Owner
    Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company Jan 2003 - Dec 2008
    Pet Manufacturer of Bucchi Pet Products which included a range of pet beds and a dog walk bag; I was responsible for all aspects of the brand from creation or sourcing of products to supply chain mgn, global distribution, production design, business development, brand and product, Management and planning through to quality, operations, and customer delivery.. Launched Bucchi Brands in 2003 . Secured Global Patents & Trademark for Bucchi walking bag and leash/lead. Developed reliable, quality alliances with China manufacturing. Created, developed and marketed web based solutions to selling products online. Exhibited and attended Global Pet Industry and Gift Trade Fairs around the world since 2001. Developed key relationships with customers and established distribution in Germany, UK, USA, Australia, South Africa, and Japan & NZ.. Trademark & Patent owner of Bucchi, Mybucchi, PetBlinkers Brands Worldwide. Manufacturer of Pet Products distributed in UK, NZ, USA, JP, ZA, DE, EU
  • Western Mailing Ltd
    Business Development Manager
    Western Mailing Ltd Sep 2012 - Sep 2013
    Auckland New Zealand
    Responsible for growing corporate print and digital sales to deliver integrated communications across multiple channels. Achievements:• Key Account Management: Managed key relationships with large corporate clients to grow accounts ie IAG, Telstra, Westpac• Business Development: Led $1m sales growth and retained in previously stagnant portfolio. While dealing with a declining print market to a digital platform
  • Fortis Travel Limited
    National Sales Manager
    Fortis Travel Limited Oct 2011 - Sep 2012
    Auckland
    Established a new boutique travel agency specialising in the corporate and leisure travel market. Was heavily involved in the set up phase of this business, taking it from just an idea to its conception. Full responsibility for bringing on all new clients and business, focusing on corporate and business market to get the business off the ground.
  • New Zealand Institute Of Management Inc.
    Nzim Facilitator
    New Zealand Institute Of Management Inc. Apr 2008 - Jan 2012
    Auckland
    Facilitator, Trainer, Business Development and Training DevelopmentDelivering Entrepreneurial Experience with Achievable SMART OutcomesSkilled Trainer: Negotiation Skills, Effect Use of Time, Key Accounts Management, Account Management, Essential Sales Fundamentals
  • Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company
    Owner Importer Agent/ Contractor
    Midwest Agencies Ltd, International Trading Company Jan 1989 - Dec 2000
    Importer Agent Flipo Group Ltd : Self employed sales agent for Kenwood Appliances, Uniden, Samsung Electronics, Breville Appliances, Vixxen, Bolle, Persol, Mosschino, Calvin Klien Eyewear, Importer Agent Indonesian Teak, Vietnamese Pine Furniture. Sole Importer of Mobbys Wetsuit BrandUniden to key accounts and retail stores throughout New Zealand as a self employed sales agent.

Darren Bird Skills

Business Development New Business Development Business Planning Marketing Marketing Strategy Account Management Strategic Planning Sales Management Business Strategy B2b Entrepreneurship Sales Management Start Ups Integrated Marketing Product Management E Commerce Negotiation Customer Service Leadership Advertising Key Account Management Marketing Communications Online Advertising Selling Social Media Marketing Marketing Management Solution Selling Direct Marketing Mobile Devices International Business Project Planning Social Media Crm Supply Chain Management Manufacturing Trade Shows Social Networking Retail Training Email Marketing Sourcing Sales Rep Training Distribution Strategies International Operations Customer Acquisition Customer Retention Fmcg Mergers And Acquisitions Mergers

Darren Bird Education Details

  • Naenae College Lower Hutt
    Naenae College Lower Hutt
  • Naenae
    Naenae
    Interpersonal Relationships Skills

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Darren Bird attended Naenae College Lower Hutt, Naenae.

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