Liam Costello
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Results-driven Account Manager experienced in business development and market penetration within food sector. Achieved strategic growth through competitor analysis, negotiation, and key account management. Focused on maximising repeat business and fostering strong client relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
National account manager
Glenmar Seafoods UK
Wolverhampton, Midlands
2025.07 - Current
- Managed sales negotiations leading to increased annual revenue.
- Tailored pricing models for competitive market positioning.
- Facilitated productive meetings with key stakeholders, driving collaborative decision-making.
- Developed unique sales proposals to secure major contracts.
- Delivered outstanding customer service, improving brand reputation.
- Identified new business opportunities with comprehensive market analysis.
- Identified and qualified new sales leads, conducting market research to reach new sectors.
National account manager
A1 Seafoods
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2024.01 - 2025.07
- Built portfolio of over 40 new accounts, expanding customer base.
- achieved £960,000 new turnover
- Managed sales negotiations that resulted in increased annual revenue.
- Delivered outstanding customer service, enhancing brand reputation.
National account manager
Shield foods
London
2020.05 - 2024.01
- Identified and qualified new sales leads, conducting market research to reach new sectors.
- achieved turnover of £2.5 million in the second year
- over 50 new accounts opened
- introduced new products, Soft shell crab and Black Cod
- Pursued new business opportunities by forging strong networks and contacting potential buyers.
National account manager
Xpress Fish
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
2015.03 - 2020.01
- achieved over £1.8 million in new business
- Established over 40 client accounts, significantly expanding business reach
- Led strategic planning to enhance market presence across key demographics
- Penetrated the ethnic sector and diversified the client portfolio
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Education
Phisical education Degree -
Cleveland state university Ohio, USA
U.S.A 1980.07 - 1984.06
Skills
- Key account management
- National account sales
- Business development
- Strategic partnerships
- Deal negotiation
- Market intelligence
- Competitor analysis
- Market entry strategies
- Food sector expertise
- Market adaptability
- Strong leadership qualities
Timeline
National account manager
Glenmar Seafoods UK
2025.07 - Current
National account manager
A1 Seafoods
2024.01 - 2025.07
National account manager
Shield foods
2020.05 - 2024.01
National account manager
Xpress Fish
2015.03 - 2020.01
Phisical education Degree -
Cleveland state university Ohio, USA
1980.07 - 1984.06