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Adam Nicholson

Adam Nicholson

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced and results-driven sales professional with a proven track record of exceeding sales targets and growing revenue through the strategic use of the MEDDIC sales methodology. Skilled in creating strong client relationships and closing complex, high-value deals, including a notable £110,000 ARR contract. With a hunter mindset and over 10 years of sales expertise — over 4 of those in SaaS — I bring a consultative approach and relentless drive to deliver impactful results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Enterprise Sales Manager

POWERFLEET
Remote
02.2025 - Current
  • Delivered immediate ROI, closing an £82,000 ARR deal within 6 months of starting.
  • Created over £1M in qualified pipeline within 6 months of starting, laying the groundwork for sustained revenue growth and exceeding initial KPIs.
  • Led training for an outsourced SDR team, delivering product and sales training to ensure effective appointment setting and high-quality lead generation.

Business Development Manager

MICHELIN Connected Fleet
Remote
07.2021 - 02.2025
  • Negotiated and closed complex deals with major national accounts, resulting in long-term customer relationships.
  • Evaluate and win technical tenders, ensuring compliance with tender criteria, resulting in high win rates and successful on boarding of key accounts.
  • Generated new leads and opportunities through networking, cold-calling, and other sales & marketing channels
  • Established strategic partnerships with key industry players.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive sales revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer issues and complaints in a timely and professional manner, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Represented MICHELIN Connected Fleet at industry events, public speaking to an audience to educate on industry policy changes.
  • Utilised customer feedback to improve customer experience, resulting in increased NPS score.

Key Account Manager

TELU Group
Leeds
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Developed and implemented effective training programs for sales representatives, resulting in improved sales skills.
  • Maintained effective client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Participated in client meetings and prepared client-facing materials.

Inside Sales Executive

FLEETCOR
Leeds
11.2018 - 02.2021
  • Built a portfolio of high-value accounts through effective cold calling and prospecting
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, email campaigns, and social media outreach
  • Maximised customer satisfaction through regular follow-up and proactive problem resolution

Account Manager

AMVOC
Harrogate
07.2017 - 09.2018

Sales Consultant

DREAMS
Leeds
12.2014 - 06.2017

Education

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Studies - Business Studies

Harrogate College
Harrogate
09.2010 - 07.2012

Skills

  • BANT, SPICED, MEDDPIC
  • Pipeline Generation & Prospecting
  • Solution Selling
  • GTM Strategy
  • Sales Automation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Enterprise Sales Manager

POWERFLEET
02.2025 - Current

Business Development Manager

MICHELIN Connected Fleet
07.2021 - 02.2025

Key Account Manager

TELU Group
01.2021 - 07.2021

Inside Sales Executive

FLEETCOR
11.2018 - 02.2021

Account Manager

AMVOC
07.2017 - 09.2018

Sales Consultant

DREAMS
12.2014 - 06.2017

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Studies - Business Studies

Harrogate College
09.2010 - 07.2012
Adam Nicholson