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Ben Simpson

Mount Maunganui

Summary

I am a highly self-motivated, enthusiastic individual who has real dedication to succeed both personally and professionally. I work extremely well within a team environment to achieve a common goal, and my peers would say I am highly adaptable, reliable and an excellent communicator. I work well under pressure and have a real passion for achieving challenging performance targets to a high standard, a key attribute to be a successful leader and team player. My approach to work is very flexible and I am always striving to take on new challenges, improve my experiences and further my development.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Mount Brewing Company
Mount Maunganui
04.2021 - Current
  • Handled customer relations, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow ups.
  • Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
  • Elevated brand visibility in the industry by coordinating with marketing to launch successful promotional campaigns.

Marquee Technician

Twelve Tables
Mount Maunganui, BOP
11.2019 - 11.2020

• Guiding and instructing different crews on the installation and dismantling of various sized marquees.

• Manufacturing and maintenance of custom built furniture for weddings/special events.

• Creating and implementing furniture/lighting floor plans for weddings/special events.

• Organising logistics and staff scheduling for upcoming events.

• Aiding with the recruitment process of new staff members.

Sales Manager

David Lloyd Health Clubs
Peterborough And Cambridge UK
09.2018 - 09.2019

• Leading a team to exceed monthly targets and provide exceptional customer service in line with

company values.

• Extensive knowledge of target groups and the local market

• Provide thorough coaching to ensure both individual and team targets are met.

• Build and maintain a strong working relationship with internal departments particularly the fitness team.

• Create weekly and monthly reports by analysing KPI's against individual and team performance.

Sales Consultant

David Lloyd Health Clubs Formerly Virgin Active
Peterborough UK
11.2016 - 09.2018

• Efficiently dealing with all new membership enquiries and being the first point of contact.

• Achieving daily and monthly KPI's to contribute to company targets

• Lead generation through both in reach and out reach projects working from own initiative

  • Nurtured leads through consistent follow-ups, ultimately converting prospects into satisfied customers.

Australia

Australia
09.2014 - 11.2016

Travelled Australia from 2014 to 2016

Jobs:

- Farm Maintenance

- Marquee Technician

- Landscaping

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Development

University of Northampton
Northampton UK
09-2013

Diploma - BTEC National Diploma in Sports Development

New College Stamford
Stamford UK
09-2009

Ken Simpson Community School
Peterborough UK
07-2007

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Time management
  • Sales team training
  • Staff management
  • Product and service sales
  • Objection handling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer service

Timeline

Sales Manager

Mount Brewing Company
04.2021 - Current

Marquee Technician

Twelve Tables
11.2019 - 11.2020

Sales Manager

David Lloyd Health Clubs
09.2018 - 09.2019

Sales Consultant

David Lloyd Health Clubs Formerly Virgin Active
11.2016 - 09.2018

Australia

Australia
09.2014 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Development

University of Northampton

Diploma - BTEC National Diploma in Sports Development

New College Stamford

Ken Simpson Community School
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