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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
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
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
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
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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