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Stas Nifontov

Auckland

Summary

Motivated young professional with over 5 years of experience in sales and management, coupled with a strong background in supply chain management for a niche engineering company.

Growing up with a rally racer father, I developed a deep knowledge and love for cars, encompassing a diverse range of makes and models.

As a skilled negotiator, I excel at transforming leads into customers and consistently contributing to team sales goals. Known for my excellent stock management and customer service skills, I strive to make the car buying and selling process seamless and enjoyable for customers. An adaptable team player, I am always ready to support my colleagues in achieving business objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales and Business Development Manager

Kitchen Story
01.2024 - Current

Responsibilities:
- Drive growth and increase revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Explore new markets and customer segments.
- Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients.
- Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts.
- Establish a CRM System.
- Establish and achieve sales and conversion targets.
- Maintain and report on sales forecasts.
- Develop and implement sales action plans and processes.
- Conduct market research to identify potential clients and markets.
- Work with marketing teams on lead generation.
- Collaborate with the design department to ensure up-to-date pricing and product options.
- Analyze sales data and forecast future sales trends.
- Report on sales performance and provide accurate sales forecasts.

Skills:
- Expertise in negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts to secure favorable outcomes.
- Proven track record in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
- Strong ability to conduct thorough market research and analyze industry trends.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with clients and stakeholders.
- Proficient in managing client expectations and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Adept at developing and implementing effective sales strategies and action plans.
- Experience in generating and converting leads through various channels.
- Skilled in collaborating with marketing teams to enhance lead generation efforts.
- Proficient in using CRM for accurate sales reporting and analysis.
- Strong analytical skills for forecasting sales trends and preparing performance reports.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams to meet client requirements.
- Collaborative approach to working with design and production teams to ensure product alignment with market needs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong presentation skills for pitching to potential clients and stakeholders.

Stock Controller

Amcor Moda Packaging Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2024

Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the procurement and inventory manager to define and manage procurement strategy, policy, and processes
- Manage stock levels within agreed targets, expedite orders, and work with suppliers to minimize stockouts and excess inventory
- Work directly with Australian and New Zealand customers
- Oversee and assist Moda USA with servicing and parts requirements
- Manage the Moda NZ website and assist the Amcor Digital Marketing Manager with Moda-related footage, including photos and videos
- Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and processed promptly
- Oversee the receipt of all local and international shipments, liaising with the Warehouse Storeperson supervisor and managers
- Work with warehouse and purchasing teams to manage shipment discrepancies
- Participate in and complete shipping project work as required
- Perform any other stock controller functions as needed

Skills:
- Expertise in procurement and inventory management
- Strong ability to manage stock levels, expedite orders, and work with suppliers
- Excellent customer service skills, especially with Australian and New Zealand clients
- Proficient in servicing and parts management for Moda USA
- Skilled in website management and multimedia, including photography and videography
- Strong documentation and compliance skills
- Proficient in logistics coordination and shipment receipt management
- Competent in project management
- Versatile in stock controller functions

Achievements:
- Developed and implemented effective procurement strategies
- Maintained stock levels within targets, reducing stockouts and excess inventory
- Enhanced customer satisfaction in Australia and New Zealand
- Provided reliable servicing and parts support to Moda USA
- Successfully managed Moda NZ website and contributed to digital marketing efforts
- Ensured 100% accuracy in shipping documentation, minimizing delays and errors
- Efficiently managed the receipt and coordination of shipments

Supply Chain and Service Manager

Moda Systems NZ
11.2021 - 06.2023

Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on procurement strategy and policy.
- Manage stock levels, expedite orders, and minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Ensure accurate and prompt processing of shipping documentation.
- Oversee receipt of shipments and coordinate with warehouse teams.
- Handle shipment discrepancies.
- Participate in shipping projects.
- Serve Australian, New Zealand, and US customers' servicing needs.
- Perform various supply chain functions as needed.
- Develop and manage the Moda NZ website, including photography and videography.

Skills:
- Expertise in procurement and inventory management.
- Strong documentation and compliance capabilities.
- Proficient in logistics coordination.
- Excellent customer service and communication.
- Effective project management.
- Website development and multimedia skills.
- Versatile in supply chain functions.

Achievements:
- Implemented effective procurement strategies.
- Optimized stock levels and minimized inventory issues.
- Maintained accurate shipping documentation.
- Efficiently managed local and international shipments.
- Resolved shipment discrepancies successfully.
- Improved customer satisfaction in Australia and New Zealand.
- Provided reliable support to Moda USA Office.
- Enhanced Moda NZ’s online presence through website management and multimedia.

Sales and Operations Manager

Nova Motors
07.2020 - 11.2021

Responsibilities:
- Achieve growth and sales targets.
- Build strong customer relationships by understanding their needs.
- Present sales, revenue, and expense reports, and provide realistic forecasts to management.
- Direct and oversee sales policies, objectives, and initiatives; set and evaluate sales strategies.
- Recommend product or service enhancements to improve customer satisfaction and sales potential.
- Utilize industry experience to plan and accomplish goals; lead and direct the sales team.
- Assist with human resource management.
- Manage the CRM platform and train the sales team.
- Develop and manage the Facebook group.
- Price and sell cars to the public and wholesale; create advertising descriptions.
- Handle photography, videography, and final quality control of all vehicles.
- Ensure proper market pricing to maximize profit per unit and maintain turnover.
- Arrange and maintain sales, payment, and delivery processes.
- Maintain sales volume and stock turnover by attending to customers and inquiries, closing deals, and processing payments.
- Handle after-sales inquiries and complaints.
- Maintain customer confidence by protecting financial information.
- Purchase vehicles from Japanese and NZ auctions.

Skills:
- Strong sales and negotiation abilities.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of automotive products, market trends, and industry practices.
- Proficiency in CRM and sales management platforms.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Creativity and innovation in sales strategies.

Achievements:
- Consistently achieved or exceeded sales targets and revenue goals.
- Established long-lasting customer relationships, leading to high satisfaction and loyalty.
- Enhanced customer service reputation.
- Streamlined sales processes, improving efficiency and turnover rates.
- Effectively managed and developed the sales team, increasing productivity.

Automotive Sales Consultant

Nova Motors
11.2018 - 07.2020

Responsibilities:
- Assist in resolving customer complaints and concerns to ensure satisfaction.
- Demonstrate vehicle features and benefits to customers.
- Represent the company in the sale of vehicles, ORC, warranties, parts, and accessories.
- Maintain up-to-date product knowledge of all saleable vehicles.
- Stay informed about competitor activities and products.
- Monitor industry trends to anticipate customer preferences.
- Accurately complete all sales-related documents.
- Evaluate used vehicle values to assist management with trade-ins.
- Negotiate deals to maximize gross profit.

Skills:
- Strong sales and negotiation abilities.
- Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of automotive products and industry trends.
- Proficiency in completing sales documentation.
- Ability to assess used vehicle values accurately.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Achievements:
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets.
- Successfully resolved customer issues, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Recognized for exceptional product demonstrations and sales techniques.
- Contributed to increased profits through effective deal negotiation.
- Played a key role in improving trade-in evaluations and processes.

Automotive Sales Consultant

NZC Cars
01.2018 - 10.2018

Responsibilities:
- Represent the company in the sale of vehicles, ORC, warranties, parts, and accessories.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product features and benefits of all saleable vehicles.
- Stay informed about competitive activities and products.
- Monitor industry trends to anticipate customer preferences.
- Accurately complete all sales-related documents.
- Assess used vehicle values to assist management with trade-ins.

Skills:
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of automotive products and industry trends.
- Proficiency in completing sales documentation.
- Ability to evaluate used vehicle values accurately.

Achievements:
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets.
- Successfully represented the company in high-value sales.
- Recognized for exceptional customer satisfaction and service.
- Contributed to increased sales through thorough industry and product knowledge.

Sales and Marketing Executive

Ceramic Pro New Zealand
05.2017 - 12.2017

Responsibilities:
- Drive sales of ceramic coating and paint protection film products.
- Develop and maintain client relationships.
- Conduct product presentations and close sales deals.
- Provide after-sales support and address customer inquiries.
- Collaborate with marketing for promotional strategies.
- Monitor market trends and prepare sales reports.

Skills:
- Strong sales and negotiation abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of ceramic coatings and paint protection films.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.

Achievements:
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets.
- Recognized for exceptional customer service.

Videographer, Photographer, and Content Creator

Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality video and photo content showcasing products.
- Develop content strategies and manage content calendars.
- Plan and execute video shoots and photo sessions.
- Analyze content performance and adjust strategies.

Skills:
- Expertise in videography and photography techniques.
- Proficiency in video editing software.
- Creative storytelling and visual communication skills.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.

Achievements:
- Executed successful video campaigns boosting sales.
- Built a strong portfolio of high-quality visual content.
- Contributed to increased social media engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Leadership

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland City
2021

Law

Suffolk University Law School
Boston, USA
2016

High School Diploma -

CATS Academy Boston
Boston, USA
2015

Skills

  • Policy Implementation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Marketing
  • Workforce Management
  • Operations Management
  • Sales management
  • Negotiation
  • Team Leadership
  • Revenue Forecasting

Languages

English
Russian

Hobby

Photography and Videography:

From a young age, I have been passionate about capturing moments through photography. My enthusiasm began when my sister received a Nikon camera as a Christmas gift when I was 12, and since then, this hobby has blossomed into a true passion that I cherish in my free time.


Although I consider photography and videography a hobby, I have honed my skills to a professional level. I have mastered software such as Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro, allowing me to produce high-quality content. My work includes projects for companies such as Ceramic Pro Auckland, Moda Systems New Zealand, Nova Motors, as well as various private clients seeking automotive photography.

Timeline

Sales and Business Development Manager

Kitchen Story
01.2024 - Current

Stock Controller

Amcor Moda Packaging Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2024

Supply Chain and Service Manager

Moda Systems NZ
11.2021 - 06.2023

Sales and Operations Manager

Nova Motors
07.2020 - 11.2021

Automotive Sales Consultant

Nova Motors
11.2018 - 07.2020

Automotive Sales Consultant

NZC Cars
01.2018 - 10.2018

Sales and Marketing Executive

Ceramic Pro New Zealand
05.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Leadership

Auckland University of Technology

Law

Suffolk University Law School

High School Diploma -

CATS Academy Boston
Stas Nifontov