Martyn Keenan
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Commercially driven Plumbing & Heating Sales Manager with 20+ years’ experience leading high-performing branches within the merchant sector. Proven track record of increasing turnover (+15%) and profitability (+30%) through team development, customer strategy, and operational control. Experienced in managing £multi-million P&L, building relationships with national contractors including Bellway Homes and British Gas, and consistently delivering market-leading results
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
P & H Sales Manager
MKM Building Supplies
Birkenhead, Merseyside
2022.08 - Current
Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing customers, driving consistent revenue growth across trade and retail channels.
Branch Manager
City Plumbing Supplies
Warrington, Cheshire
2019.07 - 2022.08
Branch Manager — Warrington (2019–2022)
- Increased branch turnover by 15% and profit by 30% through team restructuring and improved sales strategy
- Led and developed a team of 8 to consistently exceed sales targets by 10% annually
- Managed full P&L responsibility, driving sustained commercial performance
- Strengthened trade and retail customer relationships to grow revenue streams
- Delivered high audit performance across operations and health & safety
Branch Manager
City Plumbing Supplies
Liverpool, Merseyside
2006.08 - 2019.06
Branch Manager — Liverpool (2006–2019)
- Progressed from Assistant Branch Manager to Branch Manager following consistent high performance
- Built a high-performing team delivering market-leading results in a competitive region
- Managed key national accounts including British Gas and Bellway Homes, ensuring full contract delivery
- Maintained strong operational control across stock, compliance, and customer service
- Consistently delivered top-tier results in internal audits and performance reviews
Management Apprenticeship
Travis Perkins
Liverpool, Merseyside
2004.08 - 2006.07
- Completed a two year programme with a view to working for City Plumbing Supplies in a management role upon completion.
Education
Higher National Certificate - Business & Finance
St Helens College
St. Helens 2004.08 - 2006.05
A-Levels - Economics & Business Studies
Rainhill Sixth Form College
Liverpool 2002.09 - 2004.05
GCSEs -
Rainhill High School
Prescot, Knowsley 1997.09 - 2002.05
Skills
Commercial & Leadership
- P&L Management
- Sales Growth Strategy
- Team Leadership & Development
- Customer Relationship Management
- Branch Operations
Operational
- Stock Control & Supply Chain
- Health & Safety Compliance
- KPI & Performance Tracking
Accomplishments
- Increased branch turnover by 15% and profit by 30%
- Consistently exceeded annual sales targets by 10%
- Managed £multi-million P&L within plumbing & heating division
- Built and led high-performing team of 10 staff
- Delivered contracts for national clients including Bellway Homes & British Gas
Achievements
Branch Manager — Liverpool (2006–2019)
Timeline
P & H Sales Manager
MKM Building Supplies
2022.08 - Current
Branch Manager
City Plumbing Supplies
2019.07 - 2022.08
Branch Manager
City Plumbing Supplies
2006.08 - 2019.06
Management Apprenticeship
Travis Perkins
2004.08 - 2006.07
Higher National Certificate - Business & Finance
St Helens College
2004.08 - 2006.05
A-Levels - Economics & Business Studies
Rainhill Sixth Form College
2002.09 - 2004.05
GCSEs -
Rainhill High School
1997.09 - 2002.05