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Sharon Gillin

Chicksands,Central Bedfordshire

Summary

A high-achieving sales and marketing professional with expertise in account management, lead generation, and consultative sales techniques. Demonstrates a proven ability to drive business growth through meticulous planning, competitor analysis, and prioritisation of customer service. Skilled in Salesforce and cross-functional teamwork, consistently exceeding team targets while fostering client relations and mentoring others. Focused on delivering innovative solutions and continuous business improvement to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work history

Professional Petcare Provider

Playful Paws Petcare.
Chicksands, Central Bedfordshire
03.2025 - Current

Fully Insured.
Pet First aid & Canine CPR.
Based at Chicksands Military Base, I proudly offer professional pet care services tailored to both Service Living Accommodation (SLA) and Service Family Accommodation (SFA) clients. Services include dog walking, pet sitting, which also includes felines & small animals, “pop ins” & bespoke packages, ensuring that your loved pets, receive the love and exercise they need while you are away.

  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Carried out daily walks for dogs in various weather conditions to ensure routine exercise.
  • Created a stimulating environment for pets through play and interaction activities.
  • Established trustful relationships with clients, leading to repeat business opportunities.
  • Incorporated positive reinforcement methods into training programmes, resulting in improved behaviour.

Career Break

House of Gillin
Chicksands, Central Bedfordshire
07.2022 - Current
  • Implemented time management strategies to organise daily tasks effectively.
  • Adapted quickly while acquiring new skills to support family dynamics.
  • Utilised negotiation abilities to harmonise family interactions during career break.

Internal Sales Executive

Peli Biothermal
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Optimised use of company resources for maximised profitability.
  • Partnered with multiple departments, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Streamlined internal processes for enhanced team efficiency.
  • Increased client satisfaction by proactively addressing and resolving customer queries.
  • Developed bespoke designs in collaboration with clients using packaging engineering expertise.


Business Development Executive

BSI
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
07.2011 - 06.2019
  • Conducted extensive market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
  • Analysed competitor activities to derive insights into market dynamics and positioning strategies.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve key business initiatives.
  • Facilitated negotiation meetings that fostered long-term client relationships.
  • Identified business improvement solutions, including training and software, for BSI customers.
  • Contacted clients to assess needs and deliver tailored business improvement solutions.

Business development manager

Inenco
Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
01.2010 - 03.2011
  • Managed key accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Assessed competitor activities for strategic positioning.
  • Optimised operational procedures for improved productivity.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best possible terms.

Education

GCSEs - English, maths, biology, chemistry, french, history.

The Leys High School
Redditch, Worcestershire

Skills

A high-achieving sales and marketing professional with a proven record of finding, exploring and developing ongoing quality business Focused, energetic, stylish and highly effective in approach Derives continuous business improvement through incisive analysis, meticulous planning and giving absolute priority to customer service Imaginative, innovative and thorough, mentors others to achieve high team targets and then exceed them

  • Account management
  • Lead generation
  • Salesforce
  • Competitor analysis
  • Client relations
  • Cross functional teamwork
  • Consultative sales techniques
  • Competitive analysis

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Professional Petcare Provider

Playful Paws Petcare.
03.2025 - Current

Career Break

House of Gillin
07.2022 - Current

Internal Sales Executive

Peli Biothermal
06.2019 - 07.2022

Business Development Executive

BSI
07.2011 - 06.2019

Business development manager

Inenco
01.2010 - 03.2011

GCSEs - English, maths, biology, chemistry, french, history.

The Leys High School
Sharon Gillin