Gregory Ambeault Email & Phone Number

Canada

Managed sales and new business development for Canadian region, including directing a team of 13 sales associates through effective coaching, support and guidance.Accountable for goal development and attainment, driving dales and business development, staff development and training, performance assessments, creating key marketing initiatives and market/trend analysis. • Developed and continuously monitored key performance metrics. • Worked closely with product development team to introduce new collection for both retail and wholesale divisions. • Played an integral role in product flow of ~500k pairs of shoes annually. • Introduced marketing strategies, including sales programs/contests. • Instrumental in brand development and growth within the Canadian region; led ECCO Canada into one of the top 10 subsidiaries for ECCO global. • Developed pricing strategy linked to Canadian budgets and targets; developed wholesale/retail strategy for Canada. • Recipient of North American Territory Manager of the year 2000, 2003, 2005; Top Sales Achievement in Canada.

Managed the shoe department at the flagship location, overseeing daily sales operations and merchandising for footwear and accessories. • Initiated sales contests and incentive programs to increase sales and profitability. • Consistently recognized as one of the top 5 producing managers. • Established network of relationships with footwear vendors leading to employment opportunity at Ecco Shoes.

Toronto, On

Oversaw territory with various locations; responsible for sales target attainment, budget management, staff development and training, visual merchandising and replenishment. • Recognized for achieving annual top 5 sales status company-wide. • Selected to open high-end lease departments within Harry Rosen Menswear, leading to future employment.