In this role, I pursue new accounts while maintaining and expanding the spending of existing ones. Demonstrating professionalism and effective self-management, working individually yet indirectly as part of a cohesive team. Consistently hitting KPIs and showing growth in these targets being a key aspect of my performance.Focusing also on supplier relations, whilst seeking new suppliers in key areas while maintaining the core strategic approach aligned with the company’s vision.Pushing the company brand and upholding the high standards set.

When Parker's (IBMG) acquired Stamco (my previous employer) and several other companies in quick succession, adaptability became crucial during the initial months and the first year. Transitioning from a standalone independent firm to a rapidly growing and evolving organization required keen self-management and a clear understanding of management's strategic directions. I leveraged my existing skills, honed over previous years, and elevated them to new levels while navigating the new processes and procedures that the merger necessitated.The acquisition introduced more challenging tasks and an expanded set of KPIs, with significantly higher targets. I not only met but exceeded these expectations. As a result, I earned a more senior role among my peers. Gaining this trust also allowed me to support others in their learning, growth, and development, becoming a go-to figure for both personal and professional advice.Additionally, conveying the new brand ethos and messaging was essential, along with integrating new departments to better serve customer needs.

At this Independent Builders Merchant, I began my career as an Internal Sales Executive. In this role, I handled telesales (both inbound and outbound), followed up on quotations, focused on profit margins, and worked on add-on sales. I thrived in a team environment while consistently achieving individual targets and milestones.After a few months, I was promoted to an External/Field Sales Executive position. In this capacity, I took on the challenge of meeting higher sales targets, conducting weekly customer visit reports, and managing my daily and weekly appointments. My responsibilities also included seeking out new business leads and reporting directly to the Commercial Director.

During my time at this independent Estate Agency, I was responsible for achieving sales targets and negotiating offers to close sales. I handled customer care, analyzed market data and trends, and formulated and adapted sales plans. Additionally, I maintained company standards, marketed and advertised properties, and held regular meetings with directors.I regularly updated property reports and gathered customer and client feedback. I was proactive in creating opportunities, organizing colleagues’ diaries, and working both independently and as part of a team. I also performed database cleansing to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.

National Telecommunications CompanyUpon starting here as a part-time sales assistant, I instantly progressed this into a full-time role. Upon developing my skills, I quickly stepped in to the role of Senior Sales. Whilst enjoying this role, I also became an integral member of the company. Where by, other managers would send colleagues to 'shadow' and learn from myself, due to the sales figures I produced along with the extremely high customer service given.After a short period of time, I became the Assistant Manager. Once here, I helped to steer the Branch in the right direction with the potential we knew was there. Within six months of taking this new role and next step in my career. I was able and trusted with taking the helm and running the entire branch as the acting Manager. Under my guidance as the sole managing figure within the team . I was able to take this branch to a top three performing store in our region along with increasing the turnover to near double.A feat, that was achieved by a strong team ethic with limited resources.