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CHRIS TEMPLEMAN

CRANLEIGH,SURREY

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in client relationship management, budget management, and procurement management. Proven track record in team coaching, process optimisation, and stakeholder engagement. Adept at quality control, employee mentoring, and enhancing brand awareness. Demonstrates strong competency in Excel spreadsheets and proactive client communication to maximise revenue. Expertise in customer relations, product knowledge, relationship management, business development, and account management. Skilled in employee management, KPI monitoring, account planning, new business development, vendor management, and identifying business growth opportunities. Proficient in service coordination, forecast preparation, and budget control and monitoring.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Account Director (UK&I)

Williams Lea
London, Greater London
04.2024 - Current
  • Procurement, Brand Management, Creative Services, Print Management
  • Implemented cost-effective measures, improved operational efficiency.
  • Secured new business through strategic presentations and client meetings.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, boosted employee morale.
  • Expanded client base with proactive networking and relationship building.
  • Facilitated high-level negotiations, secured profitable contracts.
  • Piloted innovative solutions for complex business challenges.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration for project success.
  • Oversaw budget management to ensure financial efficiency.
  • Streamlined internal processes to improve organisational effectiveness.
  • Managed key accounts to maintain strong customer relationships.
  • Drove sales initiatives resulting in market share growth.
  • Cultivated strong partnerships with external stakeholders to achieve mutual objectives.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service for increased client satisfaction.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, minimising potential damage.
  • Directed successful product launches enhancing company reputation.
  • Conducted quality control and evaluations to promote continuous improvements.
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to maintain relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Served as single point of contact for service delivery, guaranteeing adherence to contractual obligations.
  • Opened up new markets and revenue streams with strategic research and analysis.
  • Achieved and surpassed financial targets for account, including revenue, expenses and debtors targets.
  • Established and maintained standard operating procedures and processes for the account.
  • Led teams to consistently achieve service-level agreement standards.
  • Coached staff to reach sales targets and maximise revenue.
  • Liaised between clients and sales executives to resolve account management issues.
  • Planned resources to deliver projects while hitting financial targets.
  • Oversaw high-volume production lines and logistics.
  • Managed, mentored and assigned tasks to interns.
  • Collaborated with creative teams to design impactful campaigns.
  • Secured sales growth by leveraging leads and existing customer base.
  • Brought strategic concepts to life in tangible, effective programs.
  • Improved team performance through regular coaching and feedback, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with cross-company departments, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends.
  • Enforced service standards to maintain establishment reputation for excellence.
  • Followed industry trends and set pricing strategies to maximise business returns.
  • Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances.
  • Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
  • Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
  • Evaluated products to select mix meeting current customer demand.
  • Oversaw business staffing and training, building successful, customer-focused team.
  • Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
  • Leveraged strong working knowledge of products and systems within business services industry.
  • Championed process improvements, elevated overall business performance.
  • Analysed market trends to inform business development strategies.

Senior Account Manager

Williams Lea
London
02.2016 - 04.2024
  • Took initiatives in organising regular meetings with clients to discuss their requirements and concerns.
  • Leveraged CRM tools for improved client management and follow-ups, enhancing retention rate.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment within the team leading to increased productivity levels.
  • Facilitated the development of creative proposals for potential clients; enhanced brand visibility.
  • Managed account budgets meticulously to control costs and maximise profitability.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of complex issues.
  • Negotiated favourable contract terms with key clients, ensuring long-term business growth.
  • Handled escalated client concerns efficiently, mitigating potential damage to company-client relationship.
  • Oversaw strategic client relationships, strengthening company reputation.
  • Developed comprehensive reports on account activity, influencing strategic decisions positively.
  • Nurtured existing client relationships; boosted customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Strategically planned account activities to ensure timely delivery of services and products according to client needs,.
  • Streamlined communication channels with internal team members, improving overall efficiency.
  • Forged strong relationships with clients to increase trust and loyalty.
  • Reviewed accounts regularly to assess performance and identify improvement areas.
  • Handled customer concerns and complaints to resolve issues and build loyalty.
  • Established strong relationships with new clients through effective influencing, strategic prospecting and weaving exceptional customer service into sales process.
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Developed account growth strategies to expand revenue opportunities.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships with clients to accurately quote pricing and terms to achieve customer objectives.
  • Prepared and presented yearly forecasts and plans to key stakeholders.
  • Cultivated strong rapport with clients and stakeholders to support long-lasting partnerships.
  • Represented company at industry events, networking to increase client engagement and identify new opportunities.
  • Trained and mentored new account representatives to deliver outstanding service.
  • Increased client satisfaction, implementing strategic account plans to foster growth.
  • Met and exceeded established quotas for client satisfaction and account growth.
  • Documented account activity and worked within data security guidelines to safeguard confidentiality.
  • Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
  • Grew annual revenue by 30% with targeted sales and marketing strategy.
  • Represented organisation to public at trade exhibitions and conventions, driving awareness of Procurement & Business Services.

Senior account executive

Williams Lea (RSA)
Horsham, West Sussex
02.2013 - 02.2016
  • Facilitated productive team meetings to align on objectives and improve performance metrics.
  • Optimised operations efficiency by streamlining processes and systems within the department.
  • Handled high-profile accounts, gaining invaluable experience in stakeholder management.
  • Ensured seamless service delivery through efficient project coordination.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to ensure high client satisfaction levels.
  • Established strong relationships with new clients through effective influencing, strategic prospecting and weaving exceptional customer service into sales process.
  • Supported finance team by preparing timely and accurate invoices to streamline processing.
  • Maintained relationships with key clients to maximise account revenue and loyalty.

Producer

Nirvana Creative Production House (Burberry)
London
11.2010 - 03.2013
  • Streamlined workflow with effective resource allocation.
  • Conducted regular progress meetings, keeping stakeholders informed.
  • Managed budgets, ensuring cost-effective production execution.
  • Organised production schedules for timely project completion.
  • Allocated resources effectively, optimising budget utilisation.
  • Create & deliver bespoke products on behalf of Burberry

Studio manager

Business Print Australia
Sydney, NSW
07.2009 - 05.2010

Guaranteed timely delivery of projects by efficient resource allocation.

  • Established performance standards within the team, promoting excellence at work.
  • Implemented innovative techniques for improved output results.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments fostering teamwork.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new hires, promoting skill development.
  • Coordinated with external agencies, ensuring excellent communication.
  • Managed studio operations for smooth workflow.
  • Developed studio schedules and timelines to meet project deadlines.
  • Supervised daily operations of the studio, ensuring productivity and quality control.

Studio manager

Williams Lea (Telstra)
Sydney, NSW
03.2004 - 07.2009
  • Oversaw budget planning to control costs effectively.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new hires, promoting skill development.
  • Developed studio schedules and timelines to meet project deadlines.
  • Managed studio operations for smooth workflow.
  • Enhanced client relations by offering top-quality customer service.
  • Implemented innovative techniques for improved output results.
  • Liaised with clients for project specifications, delivering tailored services.
  • Guaranteed timely delivery of projects by efficient resource allocation.

Mac Operator & Quality Assurance

Showads
Sydney, NSW
11.1999 - 03.2004

Worked on brands including - McGrath Real Estate, Woolworths, Big W, Franklins, Coles and with agencies including Saatchi's, Clemenger and George Patts

Education

GCSEs -

Glebelands High School
Cranleigh, Surrey
09.1982 - 05.1987

City and Guilds - Printing

Guildford Technical College
Guildford, Surrey
09.1987 - 05.1990

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Budget management
  • Procurement management
  • Team coaching
  • Process optimisation
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Quality control
  • Employee mentoring
  • Brand awareness enhancement
  • Excel spreadsheet competency
  • Proactive client communication
  • Revenue maximisation
  • Customer relations
  • Product knowledge
  • Relationship Management
  • Business development
  • Account management
  • Employee management
  • Key Performance Indicator monitoring
  • Account planning
  • New business development
  • Vendor management
  • Business growth opportunities
  • Service coordination
  • Forecast preparation
  • Budget control and monitoring

Affiliations

  • Golf
  • Football
  • Travel
  • Quality time with family

Timeline

Account Director (UK&I)

Williams Lea
04.2024 - Current

Senior Account Manager

Williams Lea
02.2016 - 04.2024

Senior account executive

Williams Lea (RSA)
02.2013 - 02.2016

Producer

Nirvana Creative Production House (Burberry)
11.2010 - 03.2013

Studio manager

Business Print Australia
07.2009 - 05.2010

Studio manager

Williams Lea (Telstra)
03.2004 - 07.2009

Mac Operator & Quality Assurance

Showads
11.1999 - 03.2004

City and Guilds - Printing

Guildford Technical College
09.1987 - 05.1990

GCSEs -

Glebelands High School
09.1982 - 05.1987
CHRIS TEMPLEMAN