Phil Read Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Responsibilities:• Provided WH&S advice, support and training to building and construction businesses on a fee-for-service basis• Carried out building site inspections and ensured compliance with safety policies and procedures• Presented safety management systems to builders for implementation into operational practices• Identified opportunities to improve sales to secure the delivery of WHS advice and assistanceAchievements:• Completed a Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (BSB41415)• Successfully stepped into the Safety Manager’s role for 3 months whilst maintaining all KPI’s• Built strong professional relationships with trades and builders to enhance safe work on building sites• Worked effectively whilst maintaining a part-time role within the Apprentice Department

South Australia, Australia

Responsibilities:• Oversaw sales operations for a wholesaler of fine art and craft supplies across SA, WA, TAS and VIC• Displayed a strong understanding and commitment to the business’s strategic vision and values• Handled customer accounts (100+) and sales pipelines with strong relationship management skills• Identified future sales opportunities and engaged in business development to maximise revenue • Implemented marketing initiatives and workshop programs, coordinated events and product launchesAchievements:• Consistently met monthly KPI’s, increased territory sales by 33% and grew customer accounts by 53%• Identified and secured 17 artists to become brand ambassadors to promote Canson brand• Developed an Artist Workshop Program that was implemented by head office Australia wide• Placed 120 stands into territory over 3-year period and managed Spotlight planogram refresh for 36 stores over four different territories