Dean Marshall
Swanmore,Hampshire
Summary
Dynamic sales professional with over 15 years experience , also experienced in banking, cash handling. Have Great customer service skills. Demonstrates proficiency in direct sales techniques and cold calling, contributing to increased profit and loss management. Skilled in estimating and managing operations, with a proven track record, aiming to leverage comprehensive skills set towards achieving organisational goals.
I am a Highly-motivated Sales Representative with reputation for meeting and exceeding sales goals. Offering years of building industry experience and an aptitude for training and mentorship.
Always have a can do attitude.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Sales representative
Equestrian Fencing & Timber
Southampton, Hampshire
2025.04 - Current
- Facilitated connections with current and prospective customers.
- Supported sales initiatives with merchants.
- Conducted site visits to strengthen relationships and secure orders.
- Generated reports on sales providing relevant information to track sales progress and inform future strategies.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new products and services.
- Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.
- Presented latest merchandise to prospective buyers.
- Negotiated best-possible prices for maximised profit levels.
Assistant manager
David Cover & Sons
Alresford, Hampshire
2020.01 - 2025.04
- Delegated tasks to team members to assist in improving overall productivity.
- Managed daily operations to support smooth functioning of the depot.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to facilitate timely delivery of products.
- Maintained high standards of store cleanliness, enhancing shopping experience for customers.
- Created a positive work environment, resulting in higher employee morale.
- Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce.
- Provided support to manager during audits, ensuring accurate reports.
- Monitored sales performance regularly adjusting strategies as required.
- Meetings with Sales director about profit & loss
Sales Manager
David Cover and Son
2016.06 - 2020.01
- Oversaw sales management in collaboration with office teams to protect profit margins.
Developed accurate quotations and estimates based on customer plans.
Managed order processing via phone, ensuring timely fulfilment.
Cultivated strong customer relationships and maintained a diverse portfolio.
Executed stock checks and adjustments to optimise inventory levels.
Served as a qualified first aider on-site, enhancing safety protocols.
Conducted site visits to assess customer requirements for accurate quotations.
Managed cash handling processes, including end-of-day till reconciliation for G4S banking.
Organised transport schedules to ensure efficient loading and delivery of lorries.
Sales Person
AVS Fencing Supplies
2013.11 - 2016.06
- Main role here was Serving at the trade counter quoting customers, Answering and taking orders over the phone, Building customer relationships / portfolio, had to cold call customers to find out what they were doing and if there was anything we can help with Stock checking/counting First Aid After a few years here I ended up getting a Promotion as deputy branch manager which made me gain more experience in a more senior role Top achiever in sales had the highest margin and highest profit which is most important for any company to grow Cash Handling.
Counter Assistant
David Cover and Son
Bognor Regis
2010.09 - 2013.11
- Serving Customers on the counter Mill Cutting Picking Customers orders in yard Driving Forklift Telesales SATELLITE AND HOMECARE - Bognor Regis.
2010.01 - 2010.09
- Town or city - Bognor Regis Job Description - This was one my toughest jobs Selling satelite insurance to customers over the phone, I was very good at hitting my targets but was such a daunting job solid 8 hours cold calling and trying to get card details over the phone with insurance, key to this was to listen to the customer and build a conversation not just about selling them something Skills and achievments - Customer Service Skills Selling over the phone Confidence.
Education
Diploma - software and design
Chichester College
2011
Skills
- Banking and cash handling
- Cold calling and direct sales
- Customer service expertise
- Estimating and managing
- First aid certification
- Profit and loss analysis
- Sales strategies and techniques
- Key holding responsibilities
- Price structuring
- Key account handling
- Target achievement
- Business development
- Order processing
- Shipping and receiving
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate within reason
Hobbies
Im into football and have been since i was a little boy, I went for Trials for Leyton Orient football club and Fulham football club when i was 16, i also enjoy my family time with my children
Timeline
Sales representative
Equestrian Fencing & Timber
2025.04 - Current
Assistant manager
David Cover & Sons
2020.01 - 2025.04
Sales Manager
David Cover and Son
2016.06 - 2020.01
Sales Person
AVS Fencing Supplies
2013.11 - 2016.06
Counter Assistant
David Cover and Son
2010.09 - 2013.11
2010.01 - 2010.09
Diploma - software and design
Chichester College