Colin Hart
South Queensferry,West Lothian
Summary
I am an experienced professional, offering a strong foundation in sales and customer relationship management, combined with strong communication and negotiation skills. Knowledgeable about market analysis and strategic planning, with a keen ability to adapt and learn quickly. Ready to use and develop leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills in this role.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Sales Manager - Scotland
Southern Implants UK & Ireland
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Achieved consistent growth in the private practice and NHS hospital markets, exceeding £1.2m in turnover per annum.
- Targeted new accounts & KOL’s. Forging mutually productive, and profitable relationships.
- Boosted Southern Implants visibility at international events, running educational courses and supporting surgeries & their planning.
- Driving new technologies and products, managing their introduction to the market place, and keeping up to date with competitors activity to help formulate sales strategies.
- Training & supporting team members, & ensuring that agreed targets are exceeded. Hosting regular weekly team meetings.
- Liaising with suppliers both in the UK & abroad
Product Specialist & Sales - East of Scotland
Southern Implants UK & Ireland
11.2016 - 06.2019
E-Commerce /Assistant Buyer
M8 Group
02.2014 - 10.2016
Self Employed
Forth Gear
South Queensferry
05.2003 - 02.2014
- Retail: High street store and web shop, with social media accounts.
Manager
Scottish Midland Co-Operative Society (Scotmid)
01.1995 - 05.2003
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality (Hotel & Catering) Management
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh 09.1991 - 06.1994
Skills
- Competitor awareness
- Target achievement drive
- Social media marketing
- Competitor analysis
- Sales goal forecasting
- Product presentations and demonstrations
- Territory management
Affiliations
- Scuba Diving - PADI Master Scuba Diver
- Motorcycles: Riding & sports
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager - Scotland
Southern Implants UK & Ireland
06.2019 - 11.2024
Product Specialist & Sales - East of Scotland
Southern Implants UK & Ireland
11.2016 - 06.2019
E-Commerce /Assistant Buyer
M8 Group
02.2014 - 10.2016
Self Employed
Forth Gear
05.2003 - 02.2014
Manager
Scottish Midland Co-Operative Society (Scotmid)
01.1995 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality (Hotel & Catering) Management
Edinburgh Napier University
09.1991 - 06.1994
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