Benjamin Turner
Preston,UK
Summary
Expert in account management and client relations with strong background in commercial analysis, pricing, and partnership development. Adept at supplier and stakeholder coordination, project management, negotiation, and market opportunity identification. Focused on applying expertise to enhance business performance and foster strategic alliances.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work history
Partnership Development Manager
Recycling Lives Services
Preston, Lancashire
06.2022 - 03.2026
- Assisted in managing a portfolio of commercial clients within waste electronics and battery recycling.
- Supported pricing and commercial structuring for specialist and hazardous waste projects.
- Collaborated with suppliers, hauliers, and internal teams to ensure end-to-end solutions.
- Helped monitor financial performance across accounts, including margin tracking and profitability analysis.
- Aided in identifying and developing new business opportunities through outreach and relationship building.
- Served as the primary point of contact for key clients to ensure service delivery and retention.
- GENERATED ~£315K REVENUE IN 2025, DELIVERING ~£168K GROSS MARGIN
Warehouse Operative
- Supported logistics and operations within a fast-paced warehouse environment
- Developed strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Part-time alongside university
Bar Manager
- Primary take away was greatly improved social skills and personal confidence!
- Managed day-to-day operations of a busy bar
- Led staff, handled scheduling, and maintained service standards
- Developed strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Production
Futureworks
SalfordA-Level - Computer Science
Blackpool Sixth Form College
BlackpoolBTEC - IT (Double Award)
Blackpool Sixth Form College
BlackpoolGCSEs -
Milfield Science And Performing Arts College
Skills
- Account Management & Client Relationships
- Commercial Analysis & Pricing
- Partnership Development
- Supplier & Stakeholder Coordination
- Project & Operational Management
- Negotiation & Deal Structuring
- Market Awareness & Opportunity Identification
Websites
Interests & Activities
Strong interest in trail running footwear, gear innovation, and performance technology.
Highly engaged in endurance sport and trail running:, Ultra Trail Snowdonia 50km, Ultra X 50km Trail Series, Bowland Ultra, Multiple road marathons and half marathons, Training ~50 miles per week, Preparing for Ultra X 110km event!
Timeline
Partnership Development Manager
Recycling Lives Services
06.2022 - 03.2026
Warehouse Operative
Bar Manager
Bachelor of Arts - Music Production
Futureworks
A-Level - Computer Science
Blackpool Sixth Form College
BTEC - IT (Double Award)
Blackpool Sixth Form College
GCSEs -
Milfield Science And Performing Arts College