Nicola Hallam
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
I am a driven and motivated individual with a wide range of transferable skills and business experience, gained over more than 20 years of management within an SME. Understanding the importance of communication and collaboration to deliver the very best results no matter what the project or how tight the deadline. A loyal employee with a thirst for personal development and a passion for a challenge, a dedicated team player, pro-active and hands-on in task completion. With exception problem solving and organisational skills, I am a fast learner, striving for continual improvement and making a positive impact.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Product UK
GB eye Ltd/Abysse Corp
Sheffield, UK
04.2021 - 11.2024
- A key link between GB eye and Abysse working with a global team of product and licensing professionals and cross-functional teams to achieve excellence in field.
- Developed and launched consumer product ranges for globally recognised brands, including Nintendo, Pokémon, Warner Bros Discovery, Sony PlayStation, Minecraft, BBC, and Hasbro.
- Nurtured partnerships and delivered exceptional customer service based in integrity and trust.
- Successfully Increased group turnover and maintained margins across ranges to ensure profitability.
- Lead a team of five designers and admins to bring products to life, exceeding licensor's expectations of creativity, quality, and commercial viability, while hitting key deadlines in fast-paced environments.
- Liaising with internal departments, including Product Development, Sourcing, Finance, Sales, and Operations, to enhance overall performance.
- Undertook analysis to determine success of product launches, product lifecycles, and refine future development.
- Managing product databases for UK Sales, Operational Teams, and B2B websites.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Head of Product
GB eye Ltd
Sheffield, UK
09.2016 - 04.2021
- Overall responsibility for innovation, product development, product design, sourcing, and marketing for licensed consumer products.
- Oversaw pricing, quotes, sample and order invoices/credits, ethical audits and all associated processes.
- Liaised with other members of Senior Management and Directors to drive, and evolve overall company strategy.
- Managed 7 designers and admins to create product ranges, company branding, and marketing collateral.
- Delivered product launches in a timely manner while managing financial aspects, lead times and order quantities.
- Reviewed processes and procedures to increase efficiency, and continually improve workflow.
- Demonstrated the importance of collaboration across commercial departments to achieve best results.
- Introduced sustainable policies and product ranges, managed FSC process and worked toward eliminating plastics from products and packaging.
- Responsible for trade exhibition stands, catalogues, advertising, B2B website, and social media channels.
- Co-ordinated charitable donations and worked closely with The Children's Hospital Trust to support local fundraising.
Business Development Manager
GB eye Ltd
Sheffield
10.2007 - 09.2016
- Drove growth through new opportunities, including new product formats, revenue streams, and market sectors.
- Established key projects and bespoke solutions for wall art sector, expanding company offering and increasing overall turnover by over £1million.
- Sourced and negotiated with suppliers to increase margins of up to 12%
- Managed key accounts and building customer relationships to continually increase turnover and profitability.
Sales Office Manager
GB Posters
Sheffield
01.2004 - 10.2007
- Managed day-to-day running of the sales office, including responsibility for a team of field sales agents.
- Expanded independent sale channels, turnover and placement of permanent display unitary.
- Established high level customer care procedures for independent customers and key accounts
- Increased overall efficiency through constant review and improvement of processes.
- Building relationships with other internal departments, and improving communication throughout the company.
Education
BA Hons - Business Administration & Marketing
Sunderland University
09.1995 - 06.1996
B-TEC & Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
Chesterfield College
Chesterfield, Derbyshire 09.1991 - 06.1995
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Leadership and motivation
- Team building and collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Analysis and Review
- Presenting information and document creation
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office/365 (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Asana, ZOHO, Qlikview, Sage, and Navision
Certification
Integral Leadership - Advanced Business Communication Training
A professional leadership course run by Professor Richard Field OBE and delivered by leading figures in their fields including self modelling, personal mastery, putting yourself at cause, communicating excellently and working ecologically.
Accomplishments
Winner of the 2020 Licensing Award for Best Licensed Giftware
Affiliations
- I love the countryside and enjoy walking with my family and 2 dogs. I also have a real passion for motorsports including F1, MotoGP and British Superbike.
Timeline
Head of Product UK
GB eye Ltd/Abysse Corp
04.2021 - 11.2024
Head of Product
GB eye Ltd
09.2016 - 04.2021
Business Development Manager
GB eye Ltd
10.2007 - 09.2016
Sales Office Manager
GB Posters
01.2004 - 10.2007
BA Hons - Business Administration & Marketing
Sunderland University
09.1995 - 06.1996
B-TEC & Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
Chesterfield College
09.1991 - 06.1995
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