Aaron Parr
Sheffield
Summary
Goal-oriented International Account Manager bringing 5 years of accomplishment in sales and customer relationship management. Capable of establishing competitive structures, managing large complex customer accounts and proactively seeking out new leads with an independent and hardworking approach. Seeking a new professional challenge with an ambitious team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2032
2032
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Account Manager
Kitlocker
Sheffield
2020.09 - 2026.02
- Manage a diverse portfolio of Kitlockers highest spending accounts across numerous sectors, overseeing teamwear supply, retail clothing, and merchandising across both online platforms and physical club shops exceeding yearly targets for the last 5 years.
- Utilise Power BI and Excel to analyse sales data to upsell and support informed decision making.
- Lead the sales cycle from proactively prospecting for new accounts all the way to onboarding and being the day to day point of contact.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Marketing, Operations and Sourcing, to deliver effective sales campaigns and ensure high quality service is delivered.
- Maintain and develop long lasting strong relationships with commercial directors and key stakeholders through live chat, phone, and email communication, providing efficient issue resolution when required.
- Achieved over £1M in sales revenue in the first year, ranking among the highest performers within a large team.
Customer Assistant
Tesco
2016.01 - 2020.09
- Worked part-time alongside sixth form and university studies, supporting daily store operations including stock replenishment, delivery processing, and till service.
- Developed strong customer service and communication skills through regular interaction with a wide range of customers, resolving queries and ensuring a positive in store experience.
- Demonstrated reliability and responsibility by maintaining a safe and well organised environment for both customers and colleagues.
- Gained early experience in managing priorities, working efficiently under pressure, and contributing to team targets. These skills were directly transferable to account management roles.
Education
Undergraduate 2:1 - Business Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
2018.01 - 2022.01
Applied Professional Diploma - Placement
Sheffield Hallam University
A Levels - Business Studies, Economics, Statistics, History
Alcester Grammar School
2016.01 - 2018.01
GCSEs -
Alcester Academy
2011.01 - 2016.01
Skills
- Meeting sales targets
- Advanced data analysis
- Strategic prospecting
- Account management
- CRM software mastery
- Presenting and reporting
Interests:
Bodybuilding: Competed and won my category in 2025, I am committed to structured training and continuous self improvement, demonstrating discipline, resilience, and a strong focus on long-term goals. These qualities transfer into my professional workplace.
Football: (Playing & Supporting): Actively involved in football as a supporter and have played in top divisions across Birmingham and Sheffield up to the age of 24. This reflects teamwork, communication, and the ability to perform well in collaborative environments, all essential traits to be effective within a team.
Timeline
Account Manager
Kitlocker
2020.09 - 2026.02
Undergraduate 2:1 - Business Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
2018.01 - 2022.01
Customer Assistant
Tesco
2016.01 - 2020.09
A Levels - Business Studies, Economics, Statistics, History
Alcester Grammar School
2016.01 - 2018.01
GCSEs -
Alcester Academy
2011.01 - 2016.01
Applied Professional Diploma - Placement
Sheffield Hallam University