Hi, I’m
Lauren Bowes
Backford,Cheshire
Summary
I am a goal-driven and accomplished leader passionate about achieving excellence in Sales Management & Leadership development. I have consistently committed to meeting and exceeding sales targets & KPIs. My expertise extends beyond personal achievement, as I have successfully led & coached sales teams & leadership teams to deliver exceptional results and surpass business objectives.
I thrive in dynamic environments and possess a proven ability to navigate and lead teams through periods of business change. My approach to leadership is grounded in fostering a high-performance culture, emphasising goal setting, continuous improvement and developing individual and team potential.
In addition to my strategic mindset and dynamic leadership style, I bring a strong foundation in sales strategy development, business development and data-driven decision-making. I am committed to driving teams and individuals to realise their full potential, creating a collaborative, engaging & results-driven environment.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Leap76Chester, Cheshire
Leadership Coach/Head of Sales
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Spearheading leadership programmes within a start-up company designed to empower and develop future leaders.
- Developing and delivering 8-day modules as part of the ILM Accreditation for Leadership.
- Coaching and creating individual development plans to ensure a 100% pass rate.
- Conducting 1:1 coaching sessions to ensure participants' goals are met.
- Bringing creativity to the organisation by developing engaging ideas for an exceptional learning experience.
- Coaching individuals on implementing tools in their workplace for streamlining processes and standardisation
- Visiting organisations to implement 5's tool, contributing to an environment for success.
- Focused on the development of individuals to lead effectively.
Barbour ABIEllesmere Port, Cheshire
National Sales Manager
06.2021 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Actioned sales strategies to maximise product sell-through rate, leading to increased sales.
- I instilled a culture of consistent development within my sales team.
- Maximised individual performance to ensure achievement of monthly/quarterly sales and KPI targets.
- Initiated change and drove performance during a company buyout and internal restructuring.
- Successfully transformed team performance from consistent under achievement to month-on-month target attainment.
- Providing enhanced coaching, both classroom and side-by-side call listening sessions
- Monitored and adapted to internal changes through the restructure.
Power Solutions UKChester, Cheshire
Corporate Division Channel Manager
10.2018 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Oversaw planning and execution of targeted sales and marketing strategies.
- I Conducted regular market assessments to stay current on trends and maintain readiness for changes.
- Used multi-source data to determine sales and delivery terms for products and services.
- Established budgets for programme activities and controlled expenditures to meet targets.
- Led a struggling team to achieve 150% in the first 6 months and consistently hit targets of 120% thereafter.
- Developed strategies to achieve budget goals and implemented processes for efficiency.
- Management corporate renewal portfolio worth £5,000,000.
- Coached teams and individuals through active call listening sessions and bespoke sales training sessions.
- Presented goals and achievements at monthly board meetings.
Power Solutions UKChester, Cheshire
SME Division Channel Manager
01.2018 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Allocated teams, materials and calendar space for individual projects.
- I Customise promotional strategies to meet the needs of different clients, products, and services.
- Used multi-source data to determine sales and delivery terms for products and services.
- Created professional sales presentations to communicate product quality and market comparisons creatively.
- Set up and managed a new SME sales team, increasing business performance by 50%
- Established targets, performance plans, and objective standards for sales brokers.
- Motivated and engaged brokers through incentive targets
- Ensure CRM and in-house systems are optimised for daily sales data analysis.
Power Solutions UKChester, Cheshire
Assistance to Sales Manager
03.2017 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Provide administrative assistance to the sales Manager, including setting up meetings, contacting clients, and providing data for sales performance.
- Act as a liaison between the sales manager & team members
- Maintain and update records and databases & analyse sales data.
- Handling customer enquiries and providing assistance where needed.
Power Solutions UKChester, Cheshire
Head of Renewals & BDM’s
12.2016 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created and maintained displays and signs.
- Designed digital and print materials to engage audiences.
- Analysed reporting to reconcile transactions, accounts and ledgers.
- Managed business renewal pipeline worth £3,000,000.
- Achieved high customer retention (88%) through effective contact processes and strategies.
- Led and coached renewals brokers, setting targets and performance plans.
- Analysed renewal data for comprehensive customer capture within a 9-month window.
Education
The Chester Catholic High SchoolChester
GCSEs
09/2002 - 07/2007
West Cheshire CollegeEllesmere Port
A-Levels
09/2007 - 06/2009
NV Training
NVQ Level 3 from Management and Leadership
10/2018 - 09/2019
Skills
- Training and development
- Sales and marketing strategy
- Business consulting
- Business management
- Performance management
- Data analysis
- Business development
- Sales data analysis
- Confident communicator
- Training programme design
- Appraisal schemes
- Coaching and mentoring
- Skills gap analysis
- Goal setting and achievement
- Sales Strategy Development
- Team Leadership & Motivation
- Change Management
- Coaching & Mentorship
- Data Analysis & KPI Management
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Leadership Coach/Head of Sales
Leap76
02.2023 - Current
National Sales Manager
Barbour ABI
06.2021 - 02.2023
Corporate Division Channel Manager
Power Solutions UK
10.2018 - 10.2020
SME Division Channel Manager
Power Solutions UK
01.2018 - 10.2018
Assistance to Sales Manager
Power Solutions UK
03.2017 - 10.2018
Head of Renewals & BDM’s
Power Solutions UK
12.2016 - 10.2018
The Chester Catholic High School
GCSEs
09/2002 - 07/2007
West Cheshire College
A-Levels
09/2007 - 06/2009
NV Training
NVQ Level 3 from Management and Leadership
10/2018 - 09/2019
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