Ian Naughton
Potterton,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Diligent individual motivated to enhance skills in cost analysis and budget management. Demonstrates desire to expand knowledge of risk assessment and value engineering. Multi tasker and thrives in fast-paced environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Estimator
D M F Engineering Fabrication Limited
Methlick, Aberdeenshire
2024.03 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments for comprehensive project costings.
- Managed multiple estimations simultaneously whilst maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.
- Streamlined estimation processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Provided support during contract negotiations, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Engaged proactively with clients throughout the estimation process, fostering strong relationships.
- Liaised with suppliers to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when reviewing tender documents for inconsistencies or errors.
- Maintained meticulous records of all estimations for future reference and analysis.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Gathered quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to compare and choose best offers.
Sales manager
Clearwater Kitchens and Bathroons
Coatbridge
2019.03 - 2024.03
- Negotiated lucrative contracts to secure long-term client commitment.
- Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
- Managed key accounts, resulting in consistent revenue generation.
Sales manager
D M Design
Cumberland
2006.04 - 2019.03
- Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
- Achieved increased customer satisfaction by implementing innovative sales strategies.
- Devised successful sales pitches for significant conversion rates.
- Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers and other industry players to ensure smooth operations.
- Sculpted a high-performing sales culture through regular motivation sessions and reward schemes.
- Guided team members on best practices in upselling and cross-selling techniques, leading to enhanced customer value proposition.
- Led high-performance sales teams, ensuring achievement of targets.
- Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
- Supported front-line sales teams with well-coordinated administrative operations.
- Allocated teams, materials and calendar space for individual projects.
Education
O levels -
Blairgowrie High School
Blairgowrie 08.1976
Skills
- Knowledge of procurement processes
- Contractual understanding
- Client relationships maintenance
- Data assessment
- Time-Efficient multitasking
- Numerical accuracy
- Strong communication
- Team negotiation
- Time efficiency
- Customer Service
Hobbies
I enjoy listening to music and going to see various artists. I enjoy watching football. I enjoy spending time with my family.
Timeline
Estimator
D M F Engineering Fabrication Limited
2024.03 - Current
Sales manager
Clearwater Kitchens and Bathroons
2019.03 - 2024.03
Sales manager
D M Design
2006.04 - 2019.03
O levels -
Blairgowrie High School