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Mike Winter

Maidstone,Kent

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in strategic sales planning, market analysis, and contract negotiation. Demonstrates proficiency in financial forecasting, competitor analysis, and key account management. Adept at relationship building, team leadership, and client engagement. Proven track record in developing high performing teams and understanding supply chain dynamics. Skilled in leveraging e-commerce platforms and managing pre-qualification and tender documents. Committed to driving business growth through innovative strategies and exceptional presentation skills.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Business development director

Smurfit Westrock
01.2016 - 08.2025
  • Generated £2m of invoiced sales during the first 12 months and established my key account as the largest in its sector.
  • Acquired substantial industry experience by collaborating with business principals.
  • Enhanced individual skills through active engagement in role responsibilities.
  • Devised financial forecasts, aiding in effective budget management.
  • Responded effectively to client inquiries, fostering strong relationships.
  • Explored new markets with comprehensive research and analysis.
  • Led team meetings, resulting in enhanced communication and productivity.
  • Identified potential partners for successful collaborations.
  • Conducted competitor analysis to stay ahead in the market.
  • Delivered presentations at industry events to promote company products and services.
  • Negotiated contracts, securing favourable terms for the company.

Sales director

Box Wise Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2016
  • Elevated to sales Director within 2 years and enhanced business performance rapidly.
    Partnered with commercial director to manage all sales activities and general running of the business.
    Successfully transformed turnover from £3.5m to £10m, demonstrating strong leadership.
    Supervised a 10-member team, promoting motivation and excellence.
  • Identified new business opportunities, driving company expansion.
  • Developed strategic sales plans to enhance market presence.
  • Championed staff training programmes, enhancing overall team competency.

Sales Representative

Box Wise Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2002
  • My first experience with corrugated packaging.
  • Responsible for generating sales in Kent and Sussex. Began with no experience in sales or the industry opening 23 accounts in my first year .
  • Fostered strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
  • Navigated challenging negotiations to secure lucrative contracts.

Shift leader for the computer data output department

Sema Group
01.1988 - 01.1996
  • Duties included leading a team of 8 people and ensuring deadlines and targets were achieved.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service for improved satisfaction ratings.
  • Facilitated positive work culture through open communication and feedback sessions.

Model department manager

Garnell’s toys and models
01.1985 - 01.1988

Began as a Saturday boy and progressed to assistant manager .

Education

GCSEs - English, History, Geography, Maths and Art

Heathcote Comprehensive School
Stevenage
08.1980 - 08.1985

Skills

  • Strategic sales planning
  • Market analysis
  • Contract negotiation
  • Financial forecasting
  • Competitor analysis
  • Key account management
  • Relationship building
  • Team leadership
  • Presentation skills
  • Client engagement
  • Developing high performing teams
  • Supply chain understanding
  • E-Commerce platforms
  • Contract and agreement negotiation
  • Pre-qualification and tender documents

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Cricket
  • Horse racing
  • Musical production

Timeline

Business development director

Smurfit Westrock
01.2016 - 08.2025

Sales director

Box Wise Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2016

Sales Representative

Box Wise Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2002

Shift leader for the computer data output department

Sema Group
01.1988 - 01.1996

Model department manager

Garnell’s toys and models
01.1985 - 01.1988

GCSEs - English, History, Geography, Maths and Art

Heathcote Comprehensive School
08.1980 - 08.1985
Mike Winter