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Edmund George Farquharson

Edmund George Farquharson

Cullen,Moray

Summary

Dynamic and versatile professional with extensive experience in team leadership, voice over, narration, acting, and stunt doubling. Proven expertise as a presenter and extra, complemented by strong driving skills. Adept in e commerce specialisation with a focus on sales reporting, market analysis, and inventory control. Demonstrates cultural awareness and effective change management abilities. Skilled in effective delegation and B2B sales expertise. Committed to leveraging diverse talents to drive success in multifaceted roles.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work history

National Sales Manager

Monarch Specialties Inc.
Laval, Canada
01.2020 - 05.2023
  • Drove the expansion into new geographies, enabling access to untapped markets.
  • Grew annual revenue by 28% with targeted sales and marketing strategy.
  • Maintained ownership of Furniture Manufacturing sales pipeline, sourcing and developing new business opportunities to drive sales.
  • Allocated teams, materials and calendar space for individual projects.
  • Maintained ownership of Leather Upholstery sales pipeline, sourcing and developing new business opportunities to drive sales.

VP Sales Marketing

Eztia (Globe Imports)
Toronto
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Directed resources to maximise productivity levels.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion that resulted in an enhanced company culture.
  • Mitigated risks, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Maintained high staff morale through effective leadership techniques.

Executive Vice President, Sales

REV Sleep Corporation (Spring Air Sommex Crop)
Toronto
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Introduced data-driven decision-making methodologies; improved business intelligence capabilities.
  • Pioneered the adoption of sustainable practices in business operations for environmental responsibility.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes; reduced operational costs significantly.
  • Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.

VP Sales

Distinctive Designs
Toronto, Ontario
01.2006 - 07.2018
  • Established partnerships for expansion opportunities.
  • Set strategic plans to govern functioning of Leather furniture manufacturing operations.
  • Fostered a positive work environment with open communication channels.
  • Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.

Sales Manager

Sears Canada
Toronto, Ontario
01.1990 - 01.2007
  • Managed team of 143 staff, driving performance with motivational strategies to exceed sales targets.
  • Customized promotional strategies to meet needs of different clients, products and services.
  • Coordinated promotional campaigns to boost brand visibility.
  • Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Degree BCom - Honours advanced degree in Business, Economics, Accounting and Philiosophy

University of Toronto
Toronto, Canada

Skills

  • Team Leader
  • Voice Over
  • Narration
  • Actor
  • Stunt Double
  • Presenter
  • Extra
  • Driver
  • Ecommerce Specialist
  • Sales reporting
  • Market analysis
  • Inventory control
  • Cultural awareness
  • Change management
  • Effective delegation
  • B2B sales expertise

Timeline

Executive Vice President, Sales

REV Sleep Corporation (Spring Air Sommex Crop)
01.2021 - 10.2022

National Sales Manager

Monarch Specialties Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2023

VP Sales Marketing

Eztia (Globe Imports)
01.2018 - 12.2022

VP Sales

Distinctive Designs
01.2006 - 07.2018

Sales Manager

Sears Canada
01.1990 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Commerce Degree BCom - Honours advanced degree in Business, Economics, Accounting and Philiosophy

University of Toronto

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