I am a tenacious, self-motivated and trusted sales professional who has gained extensive experience within the highly competitive food ingredients sector. I have achieved an excellent level of success throughout my career through focus on delivery of excellent customer service, the building of long-term relationships with both customers and colleagues to deliver strategic business objectives.I am effective at retaining existing and developing new business in multiple sectors within the food industry.I have outstanding communication and networking skills which has enabled me to develop and build relationships at all levels of business.Key SkillsAccount ManagementDevelopment of strategic joint business plans to deliver optimal growth through aligned business objectives with key accountsNew Business DevelopmentExperience in project managementProficient with Microsoft Word/Outlook/Powerpoint/Excel/Power BI and Internet. Also have knowledge of CRMExperience with the creation of annual budgets and on-going forecastingTargets key opportunities and maximises commercial potential, working with key account partnersCategory ManagementPlanning and management of new product launches, promotions and incentives, negotiation and activation with key accountsCommunication/NetworkingExcellent personal and influencing skills, able to negotiate at all levels of business, building relationships and a strong team playerOver 30 years of experience within the Bakery and Food Manufacturing channels, with many high level contacts across these sectors. Well respected and trustedSelf MotivatedAble to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, delivering results and achieving targets. Problem solving skills & solutions focused