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Gareth Harris

Plymouth,Devon

Summary

Industrious and enthusiastic National House-builder Manager proven to consistently meet productivity, business and customer service objectives. Skilfully works with staff to enhance performance and improve processes. Diplomatic in resolving internal and customer issues to maximise results. Accurate, Assertive and adaptable individual who is organised and can work effectively in a fast-paced environment meeting tight deadlines.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

National House Build Manager

PRB Systems
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
10.2022 - Current


  • PRB are relatively new to the world of External Facades my role was created to bring in new cliental which includes National and Regional House-builders.
  • Personally opened up new opportunities for PRB by successfully acquiring new House-builder Sites which establish larger multiple site agreement's with House-builder's.
  • During the first year alone the revenue of profit made was over £550,000 in new projects agreements. Which is a great achievement for an upcoming company/new role.
  • As this role hadn't existed like i said previously there was free rain given and i was able to build and shape it from my previous expertise. Managing projects from tender stage with the House-builder which incorporated a route to market from pricing structure, distribution and sourcing a qualified contractor to secure the projects while providing face to face site support on all live projects from start to finish.
  • Efficient in addressing customer issues if they arose with compassion and professionalism, ensuring a swift, successful resolution.
  • Identify project blockers within the company and act as driving force to overcome any obstacles and achieve deadlines.
  • Acted as point of contact for high-level queries and represented team with high standards at meetings.

National House-builder Manager

Sika ( Parex )
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
10.2017 - 11.2022
  • During my time at Sika i was the driving force behind all National Agreements with Countryside Partnership, Keepmoat Limited, Persimmon Homes Taylor Wimpy and Vistry Group.
  • I was successful with longstanding partnerships for completion of Regional agreements with St Modwins and Wain Homes along with Persimmon Homes with agreed Frameworks.
  • I worked tirelessly on the framework and rebate agreements which were then rolled down to the commercial team who then serviced each regional office with the direct guidance and support from myself.
  • At all times i upheld Customer relations, along with Account Management, along with always striving for new business to increase our sales turnover which has proven difficult in the current market.
  • Extensive EWI Knowledge which helped during on site visits with applicators and House-builders.
  • Promoting brand awareness through NHBC Roadshows and National House-builder Events.
  • Extensive Sales force knowledge.
  • Product Forecasting.

Business Development Manager

British Ceramic Tiles
Newton Abbot, Devon
04.2014 - 10.2017
  • A Business Development Manager covering and overseeing all aspects of the business. Improving sales & profit margin. Promoting the business to different client bases as well as expanding products and brands with different customer followings.
  • Building strong working relations with customers and suppliers to get the best prices for both situations.
  • Identified opportunities to drive business growth, diversification and expansion.
  • Maintained client records using bespoke CRM System ensuring streamlined date processes for maximum efficiency.
  • A strong product knowledge.
  • Managing logistics to ensure timely delivery of products.

Skills

  • Very Knowledgeable with Regional and National House-builders
  • Framework and National Agreements
  • Strong understanding of external facades Industry
  • Teamwork skills
  • Daily usage of Microsoft software
  • Confident communicator
  • Extensive sales force knowledge
  • Decision-making skills
  • Negotiation
  • Accurate & detailed
  • Quick problem solver
  • Organised
  • Friendly
  • Adaptable
  • Energy with clear ambition to progress and passion for learning
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • I am a husband and father of three children, so most of my spare time is family orientated, but away from family and work i manage an adult local Football team.

Timeline

National House Build Manager

PRB Systems
10.2022 - Current

National House-builder Manager

Sika ( Parex )
10.2017 - 11.2022

Business Development Manager

British Ceramic Tiles
04.2014 - 10.2017

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