Managing the Design and Engineering Department within a busy manufacturing environment. My main responsibilities are to bring new products to market effectively, across a broad spectrum of product types and manufacturing processes. Day-to-day responsibilities centre around the management of special products through the manufacturing plant and the upkeep of standard products within the company portfolio. Work Overview;• Develop creative programs and design concepts that meet the business… Show more Managing the Design and Engineering Department within a busy manufacturing environment. My main responsibilities are to bring new products to market effectively, across a broad spectrum of product types and manufacturing processes. Day-to-day responsibilities centre around the management of special products through the manufacturing plant and the upkeep of standard products within the company portfolio. Work Overview;• Develop creative programs and design concepts that meet the business objectives of theorganisation and that advance our brand and proposition strategy• Creating innovative designs, drafts and presentations• Hands on designing and developing prototypes of new products• Influencing design led thinking across the business• Providing design assistance for tenders and bids• Expertise in Solid Edge, 3D CAD, knowledge of BIM• Working with internal and external clients, pitching designs, and understanding client needs• Develop and manage productivity and to continuously improve the design team’sproduction capabilities• Involvement in Global manufacturing and sourcing – and all aspects of Marketing• Attending Worldwide exhibitions to ensure products are on trend within the Industry Show less

A division of Triumph Furniture. Outdoor secure storage (SHEDS) Strategically helped managed the entire business creation; Research; Design; Production; Marketing and Sales. Leading teams of employees towards the most efficient and profitable business solutions. Work overview;• Designing and developing the entire product portfolio• Maintaining strong networks with key customers and internal stakeholders to influence theoverall direction• Assist with the creation and… Show more A division of Triumph Furniture. Outdoor secure storage (SHEDS) Strategically helped managed the entire business creation; Research; Design; Production; Marketing and Sales. Leading teams of employees towards the most efficient and profitable business solutions. Work overview;• Designing and developing the entire product portfolio• Maintaining strong networks with key customers and internal stakeholders to influence theoverall direction• Assist with the creation and implementation of the marketing strategy, trade and consumer-facing marketing, traditional promotions, exhibitions, websites and creative activities aswell as driving the digital agenda• Strong leadership, coaching and development plans for the entire OUTBOX team OUTBOX has grown over 250% over the last 12 months Show less

Employed as a Furniture Designer within this medium sized company - my keyresponsibilities were within the Design, Manufacture and Marketing of new products / furniture for the A & D market.

Worked within a busy London design studio - main role was concerned with the concept design and build of shops and shopping centres, worked on a number of key accounts including ASDA, Woolworths and Mary Quant.