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Berkhamsted

I support some of the worlds leading FMCG companies and brands in building, testing and executing robust negotiation strategies. Working across your business to create synergies, alignment and strategies in a fast paced and ever changing environment. Of all the skills required in business, there’s one that transcends all the rest – negotiation. It is the basis of all business success. And at a time when business is more challenging than ever before, it is the skill that… Show more I support some of the worlds leading FMCG companies and brands in building, testing and executing robust negotiation strategies. Working across your business to create synergies, alignment and strategies in a fast paced and ever changing environment. Of all the skills required in business, there’s one that transcends all the rest – negotiation. It is the basis of all business success. And at a time when business is more challenging than ever before, it is the skill that distinguishes the winners from the also-rans. Every time a contract is signed, a sale secured or a deal agreed, the effectiveness of those who negotiated it has a major influence on profitability.People are at the heart of all business and I am passionate about understanding (and helping others to understand) why people make the decisions they make and how to influence them in the process. Whether that's sales, negotiation or leadership these skill are universally transferable into any situation. Show less

Berkhamsted

The Gap Partnership is a global management consultancy, my role here was to manage our biggest global FMCG clients. I was tasked with identifying and closing new revenue streams within my portfolio of global FMCG companies and brands. The role involved creating a network of senior contacts, understanding their business and creating solutions for their most pressing negotiation and business challenges.

London, United Kingdom

R2FS is a growing consultancy specialising in supporting the growth of its international client base. Building long term sustainable relationships in Retail and FMCG. By understanding the commercial challenges of our clients R2FS are well positioned to support them in Strategy, Recruitment and Negotiation. As Commercial Director my role was to drive commercial growth for R2FS, identifying new opportunities and forging long term strategic partnerships in the Retail and FMCG space… Show more R2FS is a growing consultancy specialising in supporting the growth of its international client base. Building long term sustainable relationships in Retail and FMCG. By understanding the commercial challenges of our clients R2FS are well positioned to support them in Strategy, Recruitment and Negotiation. As Commercial Director my role was to drive commercial growth for R2FS, identifying new opportunities and forging long term strategic partnerships in the Retail and FMCG space. Providing clients with robust commercial and negotiation strategies and recruiting high level industry specialists. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Resourcing Associates is a niche market recruitment consultancy specialising in recruiting into Retail and FMCG. As a senior consultant I built an unrivalled network of Retail and FMCG professionals. Placing KAM's NAM's, Commercial Leaders and Procurement Professionals in both permanent and temporary roles at some of the worlds most recognisable companies, negotiating fees and salaries on a daily basis.

London, United Kingdom

Regional Manager for this multi site airport based retailer. As Regional Manager I recruited, managed and trained a team of 12 sales staff. Set sales targets and commission structures, advised on product mix and unit locations.

Education record

Activities and Societies: First XV Rugby First XV Rugby, County level athletics, Public Speaking and further Business Studies

Ba:Hons, Strategic Entrepreneurship

Strategic Entrepreneurship