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Simon Butler

Hook,Hants

Summary

Shrewd Sales Executive with extensive expertise in developing partnerships, generating new business, and growing sales teams. Demonstrates proficiency in Salesforce software, CRM systems, and tactical selling techniques to effectively manage territories and drive revenue growth. Adept at building brand awareness, expanding networks, and delivering innovative staff training programmes. Skilled in customer relationship management, upselling strategies, and sales trend analysis to maximise market share and client retention. Committed to increasing revenue through strategic product demonstrations and deal negotiations while fostering long-term customer relations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sales executive

Foster & Heanes Ltd
Dogmersfield, Hampshire
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed customer loyalty with excellent customer service, leading to repeat business.
  • Managed key client accounts meticulously, ensuring consistent delivery of service excellence leading to nurturing long-term partnerships.
  • Championed cross-selling initiatives to maximise sales volume and profit margins.
  • Established strong relationships with key industry players to expand business reach.
  • Facilitated staff training programs enhancing their skills thereby positively impacting overall team performance.
  • Boosted sales revenue through aggressive and targeted marketing strategies.
  • Identified new business opportunities that enhanced growth potential of the company.
  • Increased customer engagement by delivering high-quality product demonstrations.
  • Responded promptly to customer queries, ensuring resolution whilst upholding satisfaction levels.
  • Streamlined sales process to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
  • Prioritised important tasks effectively under pressure situations ensuring seamless operations during peak times.
  • Fostered a positive team environment, resulting in increased morale and performance amongst staff members.
  • Delivered engaging sales presentations at industry events to attract potential customers and partners.
  • Navigated challenging negotiations, achieving successful deal closure without compromising on profitability.
  • Maintained an extensive knowledge of all products offered, assisting in informative customer interaction.
  • Built long-term relationships with customers and generated referrals from existing clients.
  • Achieved and exceeded sales targets in line with client growth across all products and services.
  • Maintained contact with customers throughout sales and pre-delivery process.
  • Delivered professional sales presentations, creatively communicating product quality and market comparisons to prospective clients.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
  • Communicated with potential and existing customers in-person, over telephone and via webchat.
  • Kept up-to-date with market trends to identify opportunities to improve product and service offerings.
  • Built rapport with new and existing customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities.

Sales consultant

Select Car Leasing
Reading, Berkshire
06.2019 - 07.2023
  • Built strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business.
  • Managed key accounts resulting in increased profitability for the company.
  • Increased brand awareness by conducting engaging product demonstrations.
  • Conducted market research for better understanding of industry trends.
  • Negotiated contracts leading to mutually beneficial agreements.
  • Dealt with customer queries effectively, maintaining high quality service standards.
  • Utilised CRM software efficiently, improving lead tracking and follow-ups.
  • Negotiated and closed sales to secure profitable deals and contracts.
  • Used active listening and relationship-building skills to assess customer needs, build rapport and deliver viable solutions.
  • Applied exceptional customer service skills across all sales channels to engage prospects.
  • Remained knowledgeable in current stock to provide helpful, informative customer advice.
  • Highlighted product features and benefits in line with customer needs, securing high-value sales.
  • Retained customers by building rapport and delivering tailored product recommendations.
  • Took inbound calls from prospective clients, offering detailed quotations and breakdown of benefits.
  • Placed customer orders, providing guidance on product delivery timeframes.
  • Communicated with potential and existing customers in-person, over telephone and via webchat.
  • Built rapport with new and existing customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities.

Sales manager

Jacksons Jersey
Jersey, Jersey
12.2016 - 04.2018
  • Conducted detailed market analysis to identify new opportunities.
  • Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
  • Managed key accounts, resulting in consistent revenue generation.
  • Coordinated promotional campaigns to boost brand visibility.
  • Achieved increased customer satisfaction by implementing innovative sales strategies.
  • Sculpted a high-performing sales culture through regular motivation sessions and reward schemes.
  • Guided team members on best practices in upselling and cross-selling techniques, leading to enhanced customer value proposition.
  • Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.
  • Coordinated and managed paid marketing campaigns on different platforms, carefully overseeing results to deliver maximum ROI.

General Sales Manager

Ridgeway
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Fostered a positive work environment, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Coordinated with other departments for smooth functioning of operations.
  • Negotiated contracts with key industry players for beneficial partnerships.
  • Managed inventory effectively to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Led team meetings, resulting in better coordination and communication.
  • Monitored sales performance regularly to identify areas of improvement.
  • Conducted regular product training sessions, leading to improved product knowledge within the team.
  • Reviewed sales reports diligently, enabling data-driven decision making.
  • Boosted team morale by implementing regular feedback sessions.
  • Developed strategic sales plans for increased market penetration.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining company reputation.
  • Established achievable sales targets, motivating the team towards success.
  • Trained junior staff members, improving their skills and knowledge base.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service, ensuring client retention.
  • Developed marketing plans to support department strategies.
  • Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.
  • Defined business strategies and roadmaps to drive performance across sales, promotions and marketing departments.
  • Developed pricing structures based on historical and current trends, competitor activities and supply chain data.
  • Generated ideas and concepts for paid ad content, monitoring spend against performance for continued profit improvements.
  • Maintained ownership of sales pipeline, sourcing and developing new business opportunities to drive sales.

Education

GCSEs -

Bohunt
Liphook
05.1990 - 08.1992

Skills

  • Salesforce software proficiency
  • Brand awareness building
  • Tactical selling techniques
  • Customer relationship management systems
  • Retail software utilisation
  • Event selling
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Customer Service
  • Customer relations
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Upselling expertise
  • Account management
  • Salesforce
  • Territory management
  • Expense reporting
  • Product demonstration
  • Deal negotiation
  • Sales trend analysis
  • New customer prospecting
  • Direct Marketing
  • Customer relationship management (CRM) database building
  • Financial acumen
  • Shrewd Sales Executive with experience in developing partnerships, generating new business and growing sales teams Adept at reaching potential customers and expanding networks Self-motivated leader offering innovative, effective staff training programmes and development opportunities
  • Pipeline Management
  • Closing strategies
  • Sales reporting
  • Sales training
  • Target-driven Sales Executive adept at increasing revenue, increasing client base and maximising company market share Talented at identifying sales opportunities and presenting key features of products to clients Successful at delivering team sales and customer service KPI indicators
  • Customer retention
  • Sales and market development
  • Team Leadership
  • Product knowledge
  • Public speaking
  • Stock management
  • Financial reporting

Affiliations

  • Walking
  • Golf
  • Football
  • Visiting New Places

Timeline

Sales executive

Foster & Heanes Ltd
07.2024 - Current

Sales consultant

Select Car Leasing
06.2019 - 07.2023

Sales manager

Jacksons Jersey
12.2016 - 04.2018

General Sales Manager

Ridgeway
01.2015 - 12.2016

GCSEs -

Bohunt
05.1990 - 08.1992

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