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Greater Coventry Area, United Kingdom
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About Jonathan Aldridge
I am a challenging and professional senior executive with wide ranging management and commercial skills.I drive businesses and sectors with tenacity and acumen. I’m a team player who builds successful teams and allows team members to use their initiative to develop themselves and our business.I have extensive experience of working with private sector consultancies in stimulating and developing business from a strategic level and of being involved with staff development through personal mentoring.My wide ranging skills are used to best advantage where businesses require enhanced growth and profitability together with high levels of strategy and organisation; I thrive where it is essential to develop and implement strategies for exploiting opportunities. I have successfully and consistently proved capable of achieving sales, efficiency and growth gains with consequent double digit increases in profit. I have wide experience of product development and of thinking out of the box to identify new opportunities and I have an employment history that has developed me into an organised, highly commercial, sales focussed and financially astute individual.Specialties: • Management and leadership• Business planning and development, turnarounds• Strategic and tactical business implementation• P&L particularly cost and margin management • Tenders, complex sales negotiation, statutory compliance• Project management – job scheduling/new product• Sales – international development, key customer, local and national government
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Jonathan Aldridge Work Experience Details
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ConsultantNetteworks Dec 2022 - PresentAfter working in finance and accountancy for nearly 15 years and then in Industry for the past 30, developing and running businesses, developing award winning products, developing robust IT platforms, (hmm - that’s a lot of developing!) creating sales strategies and managing a staff of over 150 people (and doing all of those successfully), I hope that I have something to offer. So now that I’m formally retired, but still have functioning brain cells - I’d love to help your business too. If you think I can help, do get in touch - have a cup of real or virtual coffee on me and maybe something will click and we’ll find a way of working together!
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Group Managing DirectorHydrogarden Dec 2020 - Nov 2022Coventry, England, United KingdomWith a business started in South Africa and another acquired in Germany over the past 18 months we are now officially a group! Thanks to the amazing team that made the start-up and the buyout possible - external advisors always, but the internal team who saw the vision and committed to it, worked night and day (and still do) to make the vision a reality and allowed us to grow and develop despite BREXIT. It’s a great business to be a part of...! -
Managing DirectorHydrogarden Apr 2016 - Dec 2020Coventry, United KingdomWell, here we are! As always I have benefited from a stellar team, and over the past 24 months we've worked really hard to improve standards across the business, so having got things lined up, now we have to deliver, and the shareholders have given me the chance to head it up.Here's to the next 12, 24, 36.........months!
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Sales And Marketing DirectorHydrogarden Nov 2013 - Apr 2016Coventry, United KingdomSo how did we do in 2014?1. Profitability - Up and on target2. Margin - Up and above target3. Pricing - Maintained4. Customer Discounts - rationalised and removed where appropriate5. Bespoke Discounts - implemented where appropriate6. Product range - rationalised7. Major supplier contracts - Renegotiated to the benefit of both parties8. Export - Sales target and margin achieved9. New corporate branding - Successfully launched10. New products (various) - Successfully launchedSo it has been a bit of a stormer really - I have enjoyed the benefits of a really supportive team and we have pushed hard. Really delighted with the results, just got to do it all again now!2014 Objectives:- New sales strategy developed to prioritise UK and International Markets.- Significant sales and profitability increases - Major long term supplier contracts to be negotiated- Business profile raised in Overseas markets with an export sales target increase- New corporate brandingFor 2015- Continued growth in margin and profitability- Brand Managers for key Brands- and a whole raft of sales and marketing ideas and concepts to implement- US developmentSupported by a good team of people actually making these things happen
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Head Of Sales And MarketingHydrogarden Apr 2013 - Nov 2013Coventry, United KingdomI really enjoyed developing our offer over the past 8 months as Head of Sales, building the sales team and contributing to a new strategic focus for the business. My new role adds Marketing to my responsibilities and brings an whole new raft of challenges and opportunities - as well as a whole bunch of talented people to manage.Good times!
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Head Of SalesHydrogarden Aug 2012 - Apr 2013Coventry, United KingdomHydroGarden has been supplying specialist Hydroponic equipment to the trade since 1996. A world leader in the market, it supplies products and services to retailers in the UK and overseas.Looking to bring my business development and sales skills to a sector that is completely new to me - and really excited by the challenge.With responsibility for internal and external sales teams and the challenge to continue the growth already enjoyed by this innovative business, I'm really looking forward to getting involved and making a difference!
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Head Of Supervisory BoardGrow In Ag Mar 2020 - Nov 2022Berlin, GermanyWell, it’s only been 9 months since we made this acquisition - and now I’m getting round to updating the profile! BREXIT, Covid, a business that is on its knees and a huge opportunity - what a year! It’s taken some time and lots of effort, but this business is again on an upward trajectory, the basis for continuing sales to our European customers post Brexit and a huge beneficial addition to the HydroGarden operation. Thanks to all involved.
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PartnerThe Company Doctor Sep 2011 - Jul 2012London, United KingdomThe Company Doctor is a great way to support SME's and independent autonomous business units through tough times.Using specialist skills from a number of key individuals, we can offer a unique, bespoke service that meets business needs, without breaking the bank.I am really excited to be involved with this initiative and use in particular my business turnaround and business development skills to help business through these recessive times.Loved doing the work here, but really missed the interaction you get working with people on a regular basis, so happy to move on to my new role with HydroGarden
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Director (Business Development)Austin-Smith:Lord Llp Jun 2011 - Dec 2011Liverpool And London, UkWas thrilled to join a dynamic and vibrant practice which was in the process of some really exciting changes in the way it did business. With a long heritage, and studios in the UK and Overseas, I reorganised and restructured both Marketing and Business Development within the practice I developed a team ethos across UK and International studios. I implemented policies giving rise to significant improvements to collateral, bid strategy, bid completion, the proper implementation and adoption of CRM and other in-house software systems, mentoring sales and development staff and developing a new approach to networking and new business development. I developed proper review authorisation and monitoring procedures for marketing spend, bids, OJEU’s and a detailed and weighted sales and pipeline forecast for the practice. Making a significant contribution, alongside key personnel, to create a method of working that reflects the skills the practice has to offer and the geographical spread of expertise.However this is the tragedy of a business over-reliant on one contract - when that customer doesn't pay......The resultant CVA happened too quickly for my role to have had enough positive impact to cover the shortfall. Pity, a once great practice. -
Self EmployedRed Uk Oct 2009 - May 2011Nuneaton, UkRed UK is the vehicle that I have used over the past 12 months to hire out my services in a number of interim and portfolio roles for contacts and clients around the UK, but mainly in the West Midlands, working in both short term full time roles, and ongoing regular supervisory roles• Analytical review of positioning of internet retail business, consideration of risks of creating a High Street footprint, creating a development strategy for the next 3 years• Strategic review of commercial kitchen equipment business, with particular regard to sales strategy and turning the business round, finances and marketing• Building the sales strategy for a B2B service company, re-focussing and re-prioritising existing staff resources• Interim Commercial Director role for SME seeking to obtain bank warranties and securities to enable them to tender for multi-million pound worldwide contracts in the construction sector. Submitting tenders, negotiating contracts, payment schedules and restrictive covenants. -
Uk Country And International Sales Manager - Forum SeatingNowy Styl Group Jul 2007 - Oct 2009Tuxford, Uk And Krosno, Poland07/07 – 10/09 International Sales Manager – Nowy Styl Sp Zoo (Furniture Manufacturer, Krosno Poland, 7,000 plus employees worldwide, €350m turnover – UK job based in Tuxford)As the representative outside Poland, I was responsible for the UK and various International territories in a new division (Forum Seating) created within the business focused on installed seating.• Drove the development of the new division for this major manufacturer• Created successful distributor network in South Africa, US, Middle East, Scandinavia and Ireland • Completed tenders that generated international sales of over 100,000 units (£2m) in year one• Prime mover in the finance, design and development of new product (budget £300,000) over 24 months – on plan (Winner FX Design Awards 2009, Public Leisure or Workspace Furniture – Abacus)• Generated UK sales in excess of £500,000 in 18 months • Identified potential for improved gp on sales from typical 22% to 31% by minimising discount, reducing installation costs and proper project management of installations• Introduced new product and was entirely responsible for framework agreement with major US manufacturer for US distribution -
Regional DirectorPropro Co Ltd Jul 2005 - Jul 2007Newark, Uk07/05 – 07/07 Regional Director – ProPro Co Ltd (International Cost Reduction Consultancy, European base Dublin Ireland, 200+ consultants, undisclosed turnover – UK job based in Newark)Created the framework of the consultancy in the UK and built the business from scratch, including all lead generation, client meetings, reporting and implementation of savings.• Successfully developed the business from zero base in the Midlands to fee income around £100,000 per annum• Made numerous presentations at Board level and won major corporate and retail clients• Achieved savings of up to 75% of indirect costs having reviewed purchasing strategy and implemented savings • Liaised and pushed to overcome client inertia to ensure effective transition and implementation -
Operations DirectorPeakstore Ltd Aug 2004 - Jan 2007Nottingham, United Kingdom08/04 – 01/07 Operations Director – Peakstore Limited (Chain of Outdoor Stores based in the Midlands, 75 employees, turnover circa £6m, Bakewell) - Interim contract, initially 12 monthsWide ranging and autonomous role with the full backing of the MD saw me implement management systems to improve efficiency and drive profitability.• Sourced and installed new IT systems linking all stores, development of an on-line shop and improved accounting and stock systems generating directly a 10% improvement in gross profit and 33% reduction in stock holding• Created a new concept “Brand” store operating on concession basis and negotiated with major UK retail manufacturers about implementation • Wrote a new staff and HR handbook to meet new legislation, developed in conjunction with staff and where possible incorporated their suggestions
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DirectorPel Limited May 2000 - Aug 2004Oldbury, West Midlands04/00 – 08/04 Divisional Director - Pel Limited (later SSG plc) (Shopfitters and Project Managers, 250 professional staff plus manufacturing, turnover circa £80m, Oldbury/Solihull)Developed two divisions of this highly successful business that had been side lined. Raised their profile within the business and with customers and made them profitable. Attended Board meetings, made monthly financial presentations and forecasts, obtained finance for product development and new tooling• Refocused and generated profit within 18 months• Implemented much needed strategic and financial reviews, reviewed results and identified key elements of future strategy. Restructured overheads and obtained approval of Group FD• Autonomously implemented 50:50 joint venture (JV) (Pel Hostess) with major competitor becoming joint MD of largest UK educational furniture manufacturer (turnover £8m) • Drove down JV costs to achieve profitable trading within three months of merger• Jointly managed manufacturing site, implemented new manufacturing procedures which improved efficiency by 15%, reduced JV distribution costs from 15% of turnover to 7.5% • Won prestige sub-contracts (value from £50k to £2.2m) with contractors and established a worldwide sales network with overseas dealers and distributors, primarily in the US, that forecast a sales increase of 500%
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Director/General ManagerAnthony Hill Designs Limited May 1992 - Sep 1999Loughborough, Uk(Manufacturers of School and College Equipment, 30 staff, turnover £2.5m, Loughborough)
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Senior Manager (Tax)Price Waterhouse Sep 1988 - May 1992London, United KingdomComplex Corporation Tax specialist - Oil Taxation -
Inspector Of TaxesInland Revenue Apr 1977 - Oct 1988Various Including London, UkVARIOUS GRADES TO HM INSPECTOR OF TAXESIncluding three years spent within tax training function, training new and experienced staff on tax law and procedures.
Jonathan Aldridge Skills
Procurement
Negotiation
Turn Around Management
Forecasting
Construction
Business Planning
Business Strategy
Business Development
Public Sector
Management Consulting
Contract Negotiation
Strategy
New Business Development
Due Diligence
Budgets
Sales Management
Marketing
Business Process Improvement
Project Management
Purchasing
Strategic Planning
Project Planning
Key Account Management
B2b
Management
Team Building
Sales
Retail
Product Development
Restructuring
Account Management
Training
Sustainability
Human Resources
Team Management
Accounting
E Commerce
Supply Chain Management
Market Research
Marketing Management
Entrepreneurship
International Sales
Strategic Partnerships
Managerial Finance
Crm
Mergers And Acquisitions
Finance
Marketing Strategy
Start Ups
Leadership
Jonathan Aldridge Education Details
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Professional QualificationsHmit -
Abbey Gates
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