Andrew Edwards
Coventry,West midlands
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in stock management, financial transaction processing, and sales forecasting. Demonstrates strong skills in inventory management, strategic thinking, and creative problem solving. Proficient in graphic design and technical drawing, with a specialisation in kitchen design. Adept at lead generation techniques and sales strategising, driven by a sales-motivated mindset. Excellent communication abilities and resourcefulness ensure effective listening and comprehension. Holds First Aid certification, underscoring a commitment to safety and preparedness.
Talented sales professional with extensive experience in kbb industry. Generated leads and exceeded new business targets through outstanding networking and relationship building. Negotiated persuasively to achieve profitable, high-volume sales. Organsalesised and adaptable person with strong communication, persuasion and multitasking abilities. Delivers high levels of product and service sales through knowledgeable and consistent customer advice. Proactive in prospecting for new customers and addressing customer requirements. Offering strong communication and problem-solving skills. Knowledgeable about customer service and teamwork from diverse roles. Ready to use and develop creativity, sales techniques, and client relationship management in sales role.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales designer
self employed at city bathrooms and kitchens
Coventry
02.2012 - Current
- Processed customer payments and set up direct debits for long-term service contracts.
- Delivered high sales performance within budget to strict deadlines and targets.
- Communicated with potential and existing customers in-person, over telephone and via webchat.
- Devised pitches and presentations targeted to client needs for improved deal closing.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilising CAD software for innovative designs.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of materials ensuring project timelines were met.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
- Maintained excellent knowledge of industry trends to remain ahead of competitors.
makro night shift manager
makro cash and carry
coventry, west midlands
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Conducted night audits to balance reports and reconcile cash drawers.
- Liaised with security personnel to ensure safety of staff and premises during night hours.
- Maximised business performance, providing timely and proactive response to operational issues.
- Forged professional relationships with diverse customers and staff and provided fun and safe ambience.
- Monitored cash handling procedures ensuring accuracy in financial transactions.
- Implemented inventory checks to avoid stock shortages.
- Developed contingency plans to handle unexpected situations effectively.
Branch manager
magnet
oxford and loughborough
02.2001 - 09.2009
- Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.
- Led team meetings to foster communication and collaboration.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, maintaining ethical standards.
- Ensured branch met all regulatory requirements for safe operation.
- Reviewed and analysed sales data to identify growth opportunities.
- Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the branch.
- Provided excellent customer service, securing client loyalty.
- Directed day-to-day work of 14 employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
- Implemented new training programmes for improved staff performance.
sales manager
lowes diy
Coventry
10.1986 - 01.2001
- Defined business strategies and roadmaps to drive performance across sales, promotions and marketing departments.
- Guided team members on best practices in upselling and cross-selling techniques, leading to enhanced customer value proposition.
- Oversaw planning and execution of targeted sales and marketing strategies.
- Coordinated promotional campaigns to boost brand visibility.
- Organised special sales at specific times to drive customer engagement and move high volumes of products.
- Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
Education
A-Levels - english, mathematics, geography, and geology
Woodlands school
Coventry 09.1979 - 06.1986
GCSEs - 8
Woodlands School
Coventry 09.1979 - 06.1986
Skills
- Stock management
- Financial transaction processing
- Sales forecasting
- Inventory management
- Listening and comprehension
- Strategic thinking
- Graphic design
- Sales strategising
- Resourcefulness
- Creative problem solving
- Lead generation techniques
- Kitchen design expertise
- Technical drawing
- First Aid certification
- Sales motivated
- Communication
Affiliations
- playing golf and watching rugby
Timeline
Sales designer
self employed at city bathrooms and kitchens
02.2012 - Current
makro night shift manager
makro cash and carry
10.2009 - 01.2012
Branch manager
magnet
02.2001 - 09.2009
sales manager
lowes diy
10.1986 - 01.2001
A-Levels - english, mathematics, geography, and geology
Woodlands school
09.1979 - 06.1986
GCSEs - 8
Woodlands School
09.1979 - 06.1986
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