Matthew Picken
Oldham
Summary
A results-driven professional with exceptional communication skills, adept at engaging both individuals and large groups effectively. Demonstrates superior organisational abilities, ensuring timely task completion while minimising unexpected challenges. Recognised for a proven track record of consistently achieving targets and delivering success through resourceful problem-solving and innovative solutions. Skilled in fostering team growth through a unique management style that empowers staff to realise their full potential. Committed to driving progress and excellence in every endeavour.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales Manager
Stoneacre Motor Group
Hyde/Rochdale
03.2023 - Current
- Dad-to-day running of the Sales department, with exceptional organisational skills
- Responsible for attaining the budget of the branch which is linked to my pay
- Achieving and maintaining weekly targets through determination and resolution
- Ensuring the franchise brand's KPI measures are met with a deep passion
- Coaching a diverse set of team members and motivating them to get the best results from each of them
- Problem solving and where there is no solution, having the resourcefulness to create one
Business Manager
Stoneacre Motor Group
Hyde/Cleckheaton/Stafford
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Responsible for all the transactions at branch, ensuring all sales are completed and all documentation is perfectly accurate
- Branch head for compliance, ensuring business is conducted within the parameters of regulations
- Optimising profit on each transaction
Sales Executive
Stoneacre Motor Group
Rochdale/Rotherham/Worksop/Hyde/Cleckheaton
01.2015 - 10.2018
- Consistently proven to surpass individual targets on a monthly basis
- Acted as a sole enterprise to maximise my potential and earnings, whilst concurrently adept at working as part of a team
- Achieved and maintained top level status of this position within the organisation
Business Owner
Changing Faces
Oldham
09.2005 - 01.2015
- Set-up family business from the ground with no previous experience
- Dedicated for almost 10 years to achieve success
- Honed skills in marketing and sales
- Created opportunities for custom via direct means
Education
A-Levels - Maths/Psychology/Chemistry/Government & Politics
Oldham Sixth Form College
Oldham 09.2003 - 07.2005
Skills
- Exceptional communication skills both in one-on-one situations and also within large group settings
- Extremely driven and motivated to achieve progress plus success
- Superior organisational skills which ensures all tasks are completed in good time whilst simultaneously reducing unexpected issues to a minimum
- Deeply resourceful when it comes to problem solving, if there is no known solution I will find/create one
- Proven record for attaining targets on a consistent basis
- Unique personal management style which enables my staff to realise their potential
Affiliations
- In my spare time I have an active, healthy social life. I enjoy the cinema and read on a daily basis.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Stoneacre Motor Group
03.2023 - Current
Business Manager
Stoneacre Motor Group
10.2018 - 02.2023
Sales Executive
Stoneacre Motor Group
01.2015 - 10.2018
Business Owner
Changing Faces
09.2005 - 01.2015
A-Levels - Maths/Psychology/Chemistry/Government & Politics
Oldham Sixth Form College
09.2003 - 07.2005
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