Will Halford Email & Phone Number

Durham, Gb

United Kingdom

Import Specialist providing solutions for large distributors and wholesalers of PVC Decorative Cladding and associated accessories.Managing the full supply chain from sourcing, design development, transportation, to Point of Sale marketing and distribution.High standards of customer service, competitive pricing and quality products enabling growth of market share and loyalty.

United Kingdom

Textile Import Agent supplying mattress and upholstery fabrics, customer support and design inspiration to the bedding and furnishing trade. Currently working with principles from Europe, Turkey and Far East expanding market growth in the UK with some major manufacturers and supply chains.

Bolton

Providing sales and customer service support for a massive range of fabrics suitable for Soft Furnishings, Upholstery and Bedding.

Kearsley

Head of Sales for a rapidly expanding UKAS Approved textiles testing laboratory. Experts in FR Testing with facility to test full size mattresses.Full range of physical testing services available using state of the art equipment.Customer service is of our highest priority providing added value to standard reporting processes.

Licensed Educator delivering World Rugby certified courses for Coaching & Refereeing across the Globe.Delivered in Romania and Russia previously

North East, Yorkshire & Cumbria (Area 6)

• Effectively managed a large delivery workforce, providing opportunities, training and feedback to improve performance and achieve a high quality standard.• Strategically programmed a variety of Award and non-award courses across the region to meet the needs of the game and clubs.• Produced succinct, relevant and agreed reports to analyse progress against objectives and to promote the activities in the area.• Planned, organised and delivered regional training days for both coaches… Show more • Effectively managed a large delivery workforce, providing opportunities, training and feedback to improve performance and achieve a high quality standard.• Strategically programmed a variety of Award and non-award courses across the region to meet the needs of the game and clubs.• Produced succinct, relevant and agreed reports to analyse progress against objectives and to promote the activities in the area.• Planned, organised and delivered regional training days for both coaches and match officials working with a diverse group of people and supporting individual needs Show less

(North East & Yorkshire)

• Secured substantial funding and managed budgets to deliver programmes, support staff and promote activities.• Designed, planned and implemented programmes to achieve objectives for Officiating as outlined in the RFU Strategic Plan • Led delivery and coordination for the provision of support, training and development opportunities for volunteer organisations• Integral to the organisation and delivery of a variety of Touch and Beach rugby schemes in the area.• Created innovative… Show more • Secured substantial funding and managed budgets to deliver programmes, support staff and promote activities.• Designed, planned and implemented programmes to achieve objectives for Officiating as outlined in the RFU Strategic Plan • Led delivery and coordination for the provision of support, training and development opportunities for volunteer organisations• Integral to the organisation and delivery of a variety of Touch and Beach rugby schemes in the area.• Created innovative solutions to promote and grow the game in association with Premiership Rugby Clubs (e.g Newcastle Falcons Touch Programme).• Positively influenced the structures, working practices and effectiveness of volunteer organisations.• Managed a team of educators, trainers, match observers and their delivery of a variety of CPD and Certified courses across the region including high quality and appropriate development support programmes and robust appraisal systems.• Innovative communication via social media and other methods to promote activities for coaches, match officials, volunteers and other relevant organisations.• Demonstrated strong leadership ability and team working within the Regional Delivery Team• Developed new programmes, events and support structures to meet the needs of the area and to raise the profile of officiating within the sport• Identified training needs within clubs, creation of effective delivery programmes and support of Accredited Club status.• Built effective and strong relationships with external Partners, Stakeholders and other staff within the RFU• IRB Educator status, delivering training and support to referees, coaches and match observers in other countries.• Created innovative solutions to promote and grow the game in association with Premiership Rugby Clubs. Show less

• Built, grew and managed an effective textile import and distribution business to a turnover of over £2million per annum.• Recruited and managed a large team of dedicated employees encompassing a variety of roles, skills and attributes• Developed the infrastructure of the company and selection of sales, finance, distribution and production teams. • Financial Acumen- Liaised with Financial institutions to provide working capital and investment to aid the growth and sustainability of… Show more • Built, grew and managed an effective textile import and distribution business to a turnover of over £2million per annum.• Recruited and managed a large team of dedicated employees encompassing a variety of roles, skills and attributes• Developed the infrastructure of the company and selection of sales, finance, distribution and production teams. • Financial Acumen- Liaised with Financial institutions to provide working capital and investment to aid the growth and sustainability of the business• Managed supply chains from original raw material sourcing through to end product specifications, delivery, pricing and stock levels. • Commercially-minded- Planned, organised and delivered a highly successful business growth programme which exceeded expectations and achieved forecasted targets ahead of schedule. Show less

Nationwide

• Established and managed a new business arm specialising in the provision of design-led furnishing fabrics requiring the development of an independent customer base and associated production capacity. • Managed a team of designers, production assistants and sales force to grow department, increase turnover by more than 10% year on year and met specified targets.• Managed strategic targets to deliver against agreed outcomes and provide financial and qualitative reporting data for… Show more • Established and managed a new business arm specialising in the provision of design-led furnishing fabrics requiring the development of an independent customer base and associated production capacity. • Managed a team of designers, production assistants and sales force to grow department, increase turnover by more than 10% year on year and met specified targets.• Managed strategic targets to deliver against agreed outcomes and provide financial and qualitative reporting data for quarterly reviews.• National Sales Manager, liaising with large and medium sized companies growing sales figures year on year and providing excellent customer service to end user clients.• Orchestrated Point of Sale promotional material, resources and distribution to networks of retail outlets across the country. • Delivered innovative staff events to increase motivation, raise productivity and ensure low staff turnover within the company. Show less

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Management & Marketing

Bsc (Hons) In Management & Marketing Of Textiles, Management

Activities and Societies: University Rugby Union Club Captain

Education record

Education record