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Francesco Sereni

LONDON

Summary

Energetic, goal focused Specification Sales manager with over 4 years of progressive experience in the design industry. A proactive, dynamic and dedicated leader with proven ability in high performing team management, business development and key account management. Proven track-record of generating new business through profit-generating strategies, sales forecasting leading to sales targets achievement year after year. Proactive, with excellent work ethic and integrity, and a solid track record for delivering results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Specification Sales Manager

Atlas Concorde Spa
City of London, Italy
02.2020 - Current
  • Proposed cost-effective solutions to keep client projects on budget.
  • Focused meetings to aid early design and planning phases.
  • Monitored evolving design trends to offer innovative interiors solutions.
  • Briefed Interior Design & Architectural teams on project requirements.
  • Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, large slab application and optimizing cuts to minimize wastage.
  • Designed custom furniture, working closely with multiple furniture vendors (tables/Table tops, Sinks/Vanity units, Shelves).
  • Maintained excellent project progress through strategic International coordination. Currently 40 open projects, most of which international.
  • Generated KPI reporting to drive better performance.
  • Business development divided by sector: Hospitality, Residential, Retail, Commercial, Public Projects (train stations/airports), Developers and Contractors, Hotel Chains, Major retail companies in food and beverage.

Science teacher

Istituto Europeo
Modena, Emilia Romagna
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Managed 5 classes of 24 students each. 15yo to 19yo.
  • Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
  • Encouraged and supported students in conducting research for solo science projects.
  • Achieved target exam results for department attainment.
  • Made classrooms safe environments for students to comfortably ask questions and voice concerns.
  • Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
  • Differentiated lessons when necessary to give all students access to curriculum regardless of disability, Italian proficiency or instructional level.
  • Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.
  • Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.

Education

Master of Science - Molecular Biology

Università Degli Studi Di Pisa
Italy
09.2017 - 04.2019

Skills

    Leadership

    Strategic planning

    Business development

    Key account management

    Project management

    Team building and training

    Sales planning

    Supply chain management

    Salesforce / CRM

    Microsoft Office Suite

Languages

English
Native
Italian
Native
French
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Specification Sales Manager

Atlas Concorde Spa
02.2020 - Current

Science teacher

Istituto Europeo
10.2019 - 02.2020

Master of Science - Molecular Biology

Università Degli Studi Di Pisa
09.2017 - 04.2019
Francesco Sereni