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Andy Gilbert

Richmond,N. Yorks

Summary

Determined technical professional supporting our sales teams and products in the field for nearly 18 years. Extensive in-depth knowledge of the current Siemens DI FA portfolio, combined with a strong range of demonstrable power skills. As a past customer, and through daily interactions with current customers, I understand the importance of providing a positive experience and building long-term relationships. I consider this role in technical sales as an exciting career move where I can contribute and add value from day one.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Solutions Architect

Siemens Digital Industries
Field based
04.2008 - Current
  • Trusted advisor leveraging product sales through excellent customer service, while contributing to strong departmental NPS.

Control Systems Manager

United Biscuits
UK/Europe
02.1997 - 04.2008
  • Successfully implemented £2m intralogistics system, and £500K critical system upgrade on time and within budget.

Commissioning Engineer

Datalogic UK Ltd
St. Albans
02.1996 - 02.1997
  • Sole accountability for troubleshooting and optimizing £1.75m mechanical handling system.

Education

BSc Hons - Software Engineering

University of Central Lancashire
09.1987 - 09.1991

Skills

  • Experienced in working cross functionally with internal stakeholders, external affiliates and customers in combination
  • Deep knowledge of F&B(CPG) customers key drivers and challenges through regular exposure and application discussions
  • Growth mindset, being pre-requisite for success in my current role The catalyst for staying relevant and embracing new technologies
  • Proven capability as a self-starter
  • Composing material, presenting it online or in person is just one core competency, and something I enjoy doing
  • Ability to use emotional intelligence to broker resolutions
  • High degree of demonstrable competency with older software/hardware product portfolio elements Still prevalent in many UK manufacturing sites
  • Well developed, substantiated critical thinking expertise

Timeline

Solutions Architect

Siemens Digital Industries
04.2008 - Current

Control Systems Manager

United Biscuits
02.1997 - 04.2008

Commissioning Engineer

Datalogic UK Ltd
02.1996 - 02.1997

BSc Hons - Software Engineering

University of Central Lancashire
09.1987 - 09.1991
Andy Gilbert