Experienced Retail Sales Manager in FMCG. Skilled in Negotiation, Budgeting, Sales, Retail, and Sales Management.I help companies grow by implementing best practice within business systems and introducing innovative sales strategies. I have worked with leading NZ businesses to adapt their sales strategy to match the modern customer journey and to deliver growth beyond budgets. I make it my business to know what our customers and consumers want and excel in product placement and brand promotion.I’m very passionate about sales, especially the changes in the industry that have come in over the past few years and how companies can embrace those changes to get to the next level. Consumer buying patterns continue to change and evolve, and we must adapt to the culture and be aware of how current issues are affecting consumer behaviour. Rank No.1 in Frozen and Perishables 2022 Advantage GroupLeadership and management are my passions, and I’m highly adept in putting together functional and productive sales teams – I really shine when it comes to leading business, financial and people activities. 2022 Team Engagement score 98%Results delivered include returning a major retailer to growth after years of decline – developed promotions that enhanced growth across the board and went across the wider business for a world renowned product – secured an extra 8,000 facings in primary locations and 12,000 in secondary locations in 142 stores – achieved $159M in revenue and exceeded budget by 189% through innovative sales and marketing strategies.
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Nz Retail ManagerMccain Foods NzAuckland, Nz
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Country Manager New Zealand - The Advantage GroupAdvantage Group International Oct 2024 - PresentAuckland, New Zealand -
Nz Retail ManagerMccain Foods Nz Sep 2014 - Oct 2024Auckland, New Zealand
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National Sales Manager Woolworths NzCoca Cola Amatil Aug 2012 - Aug 2014Auckland, New ZealandNational Sales Manager - Progressive for Coca Cola Amatil, was accountable for the strategic management of key client relationships including Progressive Enterprises and The Warehouse.A highly competent Sales Manager who works effectively to set business priorities whilst also making a real difference to both her team and clients through strong partnering and effective communication. -
Senior Business ManagerWrigley Australia And New Zealand Jul 2007 - Mar 2012Reporting to the Country Manager is accountable for 50% of all business with in New Zealand through sales of Wrigley’s iconic brands. Key clients include Progressive Enterprises, The Warehouse, Route and Shell NZ. Responsibilities included the development of New Business opportunities, Strategic Planning and implementation of retail strategies to drive increased growth in value and share, while also delivering increased presences both in store and in the total market. Other business responsibilities include management of 1 Key Account Managers, forecasting, management of trade spend, new product execution, shelf and space management and pricing strategies- Won New Product launch of the year with Progressive in 2009 - Won Supplier of the Year with Progressive in 2009 and 2011- Recognised internally for delivering to the business by being awarded runner up Senior business Australasia in both 2008 and 2009, and then in 2010 being awarded Senior Business Manager of the year
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Senior Dealer ManagerVodafone New Zealand 2004 - 2007Reporting to the General Manager, Sales, and participating in the Sales Leadership Team, the role had accountability for the development of sales strategies that contributed to the overall acquisition and retention strategy for the Dealer Channel. Managed a budget of $NZ159M revenue, $1.5M in Opex and $1M in Capex. Held responsibility for ensuring that business goals were achieved and that relationships within Vodafone and externally with existing and new business partners were productive to optimise revenue. Other business responsibilities include management of one Key Account Manager (direct report).- Won Supplier of The Year with Appliance Connection
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Sarah Brown Education Details
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The University Of AucklandBusiness Studies -
Waitakere College, Auckland
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarah Brown
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Sarah Brown works for Mccain Foods Nz
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Sarah Brown's current role is NZ Retail Manager.
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Sarah Brown attended The University Of Auckland, Waitakere College, Auckland.
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Sarah Brown has interest in Animal Welfare, Travel, Cooking, Reading.
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Sarah Brown has skills like Customer Service, Research, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Fmcf, Fmcg, Shopper Marketing, Sales, Forecasting, Account Management.
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Sarah Brown's colleagues are David Mcloughlin, Ruth Cooper, Sarah Pain, Bhakti Morajkar, Kiri Glover, Adv Intl, Cindy Rincon Lopez.
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