Peter Keenan
Bishopbriggs Glasgow,East Dumbartonshire
Summary
Resourceful and adaptable Director with 25 years of experience in Fire and Security Industry with previous Electrical industry experience , financial oversight, scheduling, bidding, protocol development and process improvements. Team-oriented leader with expertise in employee engagement, customer relationship management, time management, conflict resolution and cost reduction. Customer-focused in managing accounts and maintaining strong business relationships. Seeking to leverage background in operational leadership to fulfil role with exceptional organisation.
Driven professional with strategic leadership and organisational management skills, complemented by strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates proficiency in team collaboration and project execution. Poised to deliver impactful results and drive success in Management role.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Director
KFS Solutions
Glasgow , East Dumbartonshire
01.2017 - Current
- Directed team to deliver high-quality customer service.
- Optimised resource allocation to maximise productivity.
- Managed negotiations with clients to secure profitable contracts.
- Managed business operations, financial performance and investments of company.
Director of projects
Life Safety Services Limited
Glasgow
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Spearheaded complex projects to deliver solutions that meet business needs.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives in timely manner.
- Facilitated regular status update meetings, promoting transparency within team.
- Deployed resource allocation strategies to optimise productivity during projects.
Director of sales and marketing
Advanced Fire and Security Systems Ltd
Glasgow
01.2003 - 12.2016
- Negotiated high-value contracts to secure profitable deals.
- Spearheaded new product launches, resulting in heightened brand awareness.
- Enabled expansion into new markets by devising successful sales strategies.
- Managed high-profile projects to successful completion within deadlines.
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency and productivity.
- Led team to achieve organisational goals and objectives.
Commercial manager
Bell Security Scotland
Glasgow
02.2000 - 02.2003
- Fostered collaborative work environment to encourage team productivity.
- Conducted comprehensive market research for informed decision-making.
- Initiated new business opportunities, expanding company's client base.
Sales engineer
Scotshield Ltd
Coatbridge
02.1998 - 02.2000
- Developed comprehensive technical proposals for client approval.
- Collaborated closely with manufacturers for accurate understanding of product specifications.
- Coordinated successful trade shows and exhibitions to promote product range.
- Negotiated favourable contract terms, achieving mutually beneficial deals for clients and company alike.
Education
Electrical installation
Kitson College of Technology
Leeds04.1988
City and Guilds 236 Part 1 and 2 Electrical - Electrical Engineering
Kitson College of Technology
Leeds07.1985
Skills
- In-Depth industry knowledge
- Leadership acumen
- Decision-Making competency
- Employee management
- Contract management
- Financial management
- Clientbase development
- Technology integration
- Operations management
Timeline
Director
KFS Solutions
01.2017 - Current
Director of projects
Life Safety Services Limited
12.2016 - 09.2017
Director of sales and marketing
Advanced Fire and Security Systems Ltd
01.2003 - 12.2016
Commercial manager
Bell Security Scotland
02.2000 - 02.2003
Sales engineer
Scotshield Ltd
02.1998 - 02.2000
Electrical installation
Kitson College of Technology
City and Guilds 236 Part 1 and 2 Electrical - Electrical Engineering
Kitson College of Technology