Shaun Vallance
Kirby Muxloe,Leicester
Summary
A highly experienced sales professional with a strong background in Commercial Vehicle Sales, spanning over 25 years in the industry. Proven track record of delivering against ambitious sales targets, maximising profitability, and leading high performing teams. Skilled in relationship building, negotiation, and developing long term customer partnerships. Currently pursuing new opportunities within TrustFord.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
CV Sales Manager
Trust Ford
Barnsley
07.2015 - 04.2026
- Lead and manage a sales team to achieve key KPIs and objectives
- Deliver annual registration targets of over 2,000 vehicles
- Drive departmental profitability and performance
- Plan and execute quarterly sales campaigns
- Manage vehicle stock levels and sales pipeline
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
SME Manager
Trust Ford
07.2011 - 07.2015
- Managed a national team focused on aftersales growth
- Generated new business through proactive cold canvassing
- Increased revenue through new and existing customer accounts
- Produced tailored service level agreements
- Maintained strong client relationships and retention
- Ensured customer satisfaction across all accounts
Sales Executive
Danwood
Leeds
12.2010 - 07.2011
- Managed print sales and solutions across the Yorkshire region
- Generated new business opportunities
- Developed existing customer accounts to increase revenue
- Delivered product demonstrations and tailored proposals
- Maintained high customer satisfaction levels
Career Break
World Travel
09.2009 - 09.2010
District Sales Manager
Iveco Ltd
11.2007 - 09.2009
- Managed dealership performance across the Midlands
- Delivered quarterly targets of 250 vehicles
- Developed and structured sales teams
- Led marketing initiatives, campaigns, and exhibitions
- Managed pipeline and stock levels
- Conducted high level negotiations and prospecting
Iveco Sales Specialist
Chatfields Truck & Van
Leicester
03.2005 - 10.2007
- Managed van sales across Leicestershire
- Generated new business and expanded existing fleets
- Delivered proposals, demonstrations, and vehicle handovers
- Maintained strong customer relationships
Sales Trainee
Chatfields Truck & Van, Leicester
Leicester
03.2004 - 03.2005
- Supported Municipal Fleet Specialist
- Gained experience in sales processes, objection handling, and product knowledge
Rental Receptionist
Chatfields Truck & Van
Leicester
10.2000 - 03.2004
- Managed vehicle rental transactions and bookings
- Handled customer enquiries and vehicle handovers
- Conducted vehicle checks and logistics coordination
Education
GCSEs - Mathematics, English, Science, Humanities, Design
Groby Community College
Leicester 01.1998 - 01.2000
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Performance driven focus
- Communication and negotiation
- Relationship building and retention
- Ability to work under pressure
- Adaptability and quick learning
- Self-motivation and reliability
- Market trend awareness
- KPI monitoring and analysis
- Commercial vehicle knowledge
- Sales reporting
- Strategic planning
- Target achievement
- Territory management
- Vehicle Pipeline management
Affiliations
- My fiancé and I have a 2 year old girl and a dog called Barney, We love spending time as a family being outdoors, going out for meals and taking family holidays. I enjoy playing golf and support Leicester City Football Club. I also enjoy spending time with close family and friends.
Accomplishments
· 2025 – Driving 4 Leadership
· 2024 – £2 Million Club
· 2022, 2023, 2025 – £1Million Club
· 2017, 2019, 2022 – CV Sales Manager of the Year
· 2013 – Team of the Year (Sales Development)
· 2012 – Best Use of Data
· 2006 – Best Regional Newcomer in Iveco Van Sales
Timeline
CV Sales Manager
Trust Ford
07.2015 - 04.2026
SME Manager
Trust Ford
07.2011 - 07.2015
Sales Executive
Danwood
12.2010 - 07.2011
Career Break
World Travel
09.2009 - 09.2010
District Sales Manager
Iveco Ltd
11.2007 - 09.2009
Iveco Sales Specialist
Chatfields Truck & Van
03.2005 - 10.2007
Sales Trainee
Chatfields Truck & Van, Leicester
03.2004 - 03.2005
Rental Receptionist
Chatfields Truck & Van
10.2000 - 03.2004
GCSEs - Mathematics, English, Science, Humanities, Design
Groby Community College
01.1998 - 01.2000