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Paul Martin

Walton-on-Thames,Surrey

Summary

With over 25 years of experience in the drive products and services industry, I am a passionate and results-oriented sales leader who thrives on developing and executing strategic sales initiatives, finding and building long-term relationships with key accounts. As the UK Sales Manager of NORD GEAR LTD, the second-largest provider of drive technology solutions in the UK and Ireland, I am responsible for managing the external sales team, developing high performers high-performers and ensuring customer satisfaction and profitability.

In my current role, I have successfully increased the market share and revenue of NORD GEAR LTD. by identifying and closing major sales opportunities, launching innovative products and services, and providing a professional and credible company image in the market place.


I have also leveraged my extensive knowledge and network in the industry to seek out new business development opportunities, formulate and implement effective strategies and business plans.


Some of my key achievements include securing a six figure order from the UK's foremost airport, securing service contracts with a global e-commerce supplier and enhancing the skills and performance of my team by providing coaching, mentoring, and training.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

UK Sales Manager - Resellers & End Customers

NORD GEAR LTD
Abingdon, Oxon
03.2018 - Current
  • Year on Year double digit sales growth with margin returns of over 50%
  • Introduced an industry focused sales strategy to develop sales growth and to target new business
  • Sculpted a high-performing sales culture through regular individual discussions, motivation sessions and reward schemes.
  • Implemented training programmes, improving the teams understanding of technical applications and sales performance levels.
  • Led high-performance sales teams, ensuring achievement of targets.
  • Enhanced market penetration with effective territory management.

Regional Sales Manager - UK South

NORD GEAR LTD
Abingdon, Oxon
01.2012 - 02.2018
  • Forged productive relationships with key clients to enhance customer loyalty.
  • Led team training sessions to increase product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Negotiated contracts with prospective clients to secure profitable deals.
  • To strengthen customer relations, provided post-sale support as needed.
  • Oversaw planning and execution of targeted sales and marketing strategies.

Area Sales Manger - South East

NORD GEAR LTD
Abingdon, Oxon
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Delivered annual sales growth, year on year
  • Obtained the companies highest ever value order of £750,000
  • Built a strong sales area, focusing on customer needs and wants
  • Managed the companies highest spending customer
  • Supported team members in overcoming challenges with customers

Education

GCSEs - Various

Lindsey School
Cleethorpes
05.1992 - 05.1992

Skills

  • Developing strategic sales strategies
  • Assertive leadership
  • Direct sales techniques
  • Brand promotion strategies
  • Business development
  • Sales reporting
  • New business acquisition
  • Technical sales support
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Sales techniques
  • Team Leadership
  • Product knowledge

Affiliations

  • In enjoy reading a good book
  • Enjoy watching rugby, especially watching my son play

Timeline

UK Sales Manager - Resellers & End Customers

NORD GEAR LTD
03.2018 - Current

Regional Sales Manager - UK South

NORD GEAR LTD
01.2012 - 02.2018

Area Sales Manger - South East

NORD GEAR LTD
01.2004 - 01.2012

GCSEs - Various

Lindsey School
05.1992 - 05.1992
Paul Martin