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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Wakefield

Automotive Consultancy

Sultanate Of Oman

Appointed to the task of leading and directing the only Harley-Davidson dealership in the Sultanate of Oman and part of the MENA region.Operational control of the motorcycle division including viability research, in depth business planning in alignment with the Board of Director’s mission to restructure and revitalise the business model.Realignment to the manufacturer’s contractual compliances. Development and implementation of new systems, processes and staff recruitment & training programmes.First year new motorcycle sales growth of over 150%First year used motorcycle sales growth of over 200%First year Parts, Accessories and Motor Clothes sales increase over 200%Huge increases in all index scores for Mystery shop & CSI index.Huge market share increase.The group’s further investment and commitment to the new Corporate Store Design programme will enhance future opportunities in this young and developing market place.Shanfari Automotive LLCPart of the Shanfari Group of CompaniesFormed by His Excellency Sheikh Said Bin Ahmed Al Shanfari in 1960, the Shanfari Group has practically mirrored the development of modern Oman, standing tall as one of the country’s most dynamic business groups today. Ably guided along by the visionary leadership of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos, the Group has emerged as one of Oman’s largest industrial and services conglomerate and a valuable contributor to the development of Oman’s infrastructure.

New business start up with group funding investment to entail full accounting responsibility including P & L, balance sheet, ROI, ROCE and Asset Utilisation.High level of leadership, developed a positive & disciplined culture and created an environment where realistic sales and after sales targets were achieved yet complimented with the highest level of customer satisfaction. 97% CSI index score for 2010 and highest score in the UK 4 years consecutivelyIncreased brand market share from 6.2% to 12.9% in the first 12 monthsIn territory new and used motorcycle sales growth £1.9M to £4.7M in 4 years Represented the company with the highest professionalism and integrity and maintained a positive relationship with the manufacturer to maximise mutual benefits and opportunitiesBest Operating Dealer Awards (Bar & Shield) for 2 consecutive yearsNurtured a passion for profit and respect for the company policies, processes and missions Inspired optimism, creativity, passion and fun in the workplace whilst creating an exhilarating yet welcoming showroom environment

Leeds

Daily operating control and full accountability for the highest volume H-D store in the UKDesigned and implemented sales/marketing plan to achieve £1.1M in territory sales objectiveCreated, changed, delivered & improved strategies in all departments to constantly enhance the performance of the business Maximised returns on investment by virtue of new and used motorcycle, service hour, parts, accessories, general merchandise, finance and insurance sales whilst identifying and reducing unnecessary costs and implementing optimum inventory control measures.Measured and managed using industry KPI to ensure optimum performance by departmentDeveloped and maintained a detailed awareness of the market area of responsibility to maximise sales opportunity and ensure beneficial returns on marketing expense.

Overall control for a very diverse family owned business with Daihatsu, Proton, Triumph, Ducati and Aprilia franchises and specialist sports car and used motorcycle operation.Annual growth of new sales to become the largest Daihatsu and Proton dealer in the UK2nd largest volume Triumph motorcycle dealer in the UKMulti site responsibility for personnel training of staff within the company's 17 franchises.IT Manager for all sites in group

Importer and Distributor of Classic American Cars.

Education record

Education record

Multiple Motorcycle Industry awards and accreditations

National Diploma, Business Studies

National Certificate, Business Studies