BENEDICT DESMAND KEENAN

Cultivated robust business relationships with importers and distribution companies across the UK and Ireland.

• Maintained market and competitor awareness through regular research into activities, trends and progress.
• Adapted selling style based on customer profile and requirements.
• Contacted customers after sales to assess satisfaction and offer additional products and services.
• Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to produce ideas for sales aids, promotions and leaflets.

• Executed purchasing strategies aligned with current trends to enhance product offerings.
• Supervise staff and showroom operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Oversaw management of sales representatives to enhance team performance and drive revenue growth.
• Developed strategies to position business to shape and capitalise on emerging customer and market needs.
• Facilitated regular sales meetings to review targets, strategies, and team performance, driving continuous improvement.
• Negotiated contracts and agreements with clients, optimising terms for both parties while maximising sales profitability.
• Established strong supplier partnerships, negotiating favourable terms and securing exclusive product offerings.

• Oversaw daily operations of warehouse, including inventory management and order fulfilment to meet customer demands.
• Managed a team of warehouse operatives, overseeing daily tasks to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Updated warehouse management system data to ensure accurate tracking of stock levels and movements.
• Supervised loading and unloading of goods, ensuring compliance with safety standards to prevent accidents.
• Coordinated with suppliers and transport companies to streamline inbound and outbound logistics operations.