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Gavin Bancroft

Dartford

Summary

Highly accomplished sales professional with over 11 years of experience in driving revenue growth, managing high-performing teams, and developing strategic sales initiatives. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, closing significant deals, and enhancing client relationships. Adept at leading sales operations and implementing innovative solutions to expand market presence. Seeking a leadership role with a competitive salary of £70,000-£100,000 per annum and a 10-15% commission structure.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Account Manager – Account Director & General Manager

The Work Perk
6 2013 - Current
  • Spearheaded sales strategies resulting in £2M to £6M company revenue growth
  • Conducted over 100 cold calls daily to identify and engage prospective clients
  • Closed large deals with major clients such as Unilever, Red Bull, and General Mills
  • Developed alternative contact methods through email and LinkedIn
  • Managed and expanded a sales team, enhancing their skills and closing support
  • Collaborated with marketing to craft and present compelling sales presentations
  • Contributed to IPM Awards entries, achieving 1 Gold and 2 Silver Awards
  • Identified new market opportunities and executed cross/up-selling strategies.

Sponsorship Account Manager

Econique
02.2011 - 06.2013
  • Cold-called and pitched to senior executives for sponsorship at various events
  • Consistently exceeded a monthly revenue target of £30,000
  • Maintained client engagement and ensured event success, securing repeat business.

Corporate Sales Executive

THG
04.2010 - 02.2011
  • Focused on C-level executive outreach to sell sports hospitality packages
  • Achieved sales of £70,000+ in the first year, including one-call closes.

Sales Negotiator and Lister

Frank Innes (Countrywide PLC)
06.2007 - 04.2010
  • Consistently ranked in the top 5 for sales performance in the East Midlands
  • Conducted property listings and sales, achieving high client satisfaction.

Education

BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences (2:1) -

University of Birmingham
09.2004 - 05.2007

A-Levels: Biology (A), PE (A), Chemistry (B) - undefined

King Edward Community College, Coalville, Leics
08.2002 - 05.2004

11 GCSEs: 7 Grade A, 4 Grade B - undefined

King Edward Community College, Coalville, Leics
08.2000 - 05.2002

Accomplishments

  • Record-Breaking Deal: Secured the largest deal in The Work Perk’s history, closing $762,300 with a top global FoodBev company.
  • Revenue Generation: Maintained a personal annual turnover of £300,000 to £800,000 and managed a team generating £1M to £6M in revenue.
  • Client Growth: Managing major FMCG accounts, achieving up to 600% increase in client spend by the third year.
  • Product Launch: Led the launch of a new platform at The Work Perk, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a successful market entry.
  • Top Sales Performer: Recognized as the top sales person at Econique, surpassing revenue targets by 50%.

Timeline

Sponsorship Account Manager

Econique
02.2011 - 06.2013

Corporate Sales Executive

THG
04.2010 - 02.2011

Sales Negotiator and Lister

Frank Innes (Countrywide PLC)
06.2007 - 04.2010

BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences (2:1) -

University of Birmingham
09.2004 - 05.2007

A-Levels: Biology (A), PE (A), Chemistry (B) - undefined

King Edward Community College, Coalville, Leics
08.2002 - 05.2004

11 GCSEs: 7 Grade A, 4 Grade B - undefined

King Edward Community College, Coalville, Leics
08.2000 - 05.2002

Account Manager – Account Director & General Manager

The Work Perk
6 2013 - Current

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