Teshen Bennett
Corby,Northamptonshire
Summary
Specialist in inventory management and supply chain optimisation, dedicated to improving operational efficiency. Skilled in data analysis and forecasting, with a proven track record in inventory control. Strong communicator with experience in cross-functional collaboration to support business goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
DEMAND PLANNER
RS Group
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored market trends for early detection of shifts in consumer behaviour affecting product demand.
- Ensured consistency in supply-demand matching through diligent monitoring and quick response to discrepancies.
- Enhanced forecast accuracy with meticulous analysis of sales trends and market changes.
- Conducted regular reviews on forecast accuracy, identified areas for improvement.
- Analysed seasonal trends in product demand, adjusted forecasts accordingly to avoid stockouts or overstocks.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
RS Group
Corby, Northamptonshire
10.2019 - 04.2023
- Managed declining RS accounts in a regional portfolio to drive growth and enhance margins.
- Generated and qualified sales leads, directing them to relevant stakeholders.
- Prioritised largest growth opportunities to maximise account potential.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers to promote client retention and brand exposure.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to support business objectives.
- Contacted potential customers through telephone, email, and interpersonal inquiries.
- Increased product and service purchases from existing customers through strategic engagement.
INTERNAL KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
RS Group
Corby, Northamptonshire
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Generated and qualified sales leads to drive profitable growth.
- Identified and prioritised significant sales opportunities within portfolios.
- Applied discounts to orders on SAP to enhance margin growth.
- Delivered insights and contact through effective telephone conversations.
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
RCS Logistics
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Conducted employee exit interviews and managed related paperwork.
- Recruited and screened qualified candidates for open positions.
- Completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, and title changes.
- Provided assistance to new hires during interviewing and hiring processes.
- Posted job openings through approved recruitment channels.
- Performed administrative functions, including sorting and delivering mail.
- Assisted with company meetings and presentations to ensure effective communication.
PURCHASING ASSISTANT
E7 Building Services
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Sourcing, purchasing and assessment of high quality products and supplies. Ensuring that all incoming goods were in compliance with customer specifications and national standards.
- Placing orders for goods, materials and services ensuring timely delivery to tight schedules and managing expenditure within budget.
- Helped to maximise profitability and minimise risk.
- Played a key role in construction project teams, providing technical advice and support to the Site.
- Established and maintained supplier relationships and trading agreements.
- Identified a wide range of suppliers that would create good access to all goods and services required for the business and ensuring improvement on price, quality, safety and delivery times.
- Updated an accessible library of Materials and Contractors.
- Negotiated and agreed the most favourable terms (price, quality & delivery times) possible with suppliers.
- Prepared and maintained cost reports to maximise cost efficiency within the business at month end.
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
E7 Building Services
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
Education
A Level - Business Marketing and Management
Tresham College of Further Education
English A, Maths C, Science C, ICT Distinction, Business Distinction
Corby Business Academy
Skills
- Relationship management
- Portfolio oversight
- SAP proficiency
- Salesforce expertise
- Excel skills
- Procurement strategies
- Account management
- Business development
- Business intelligence tools
Certification
Lean Six Sigma - White Belt Certification
Timeline
DEMAND PLANNER
RS Group
04.2023 - Current
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
RS Group
10.2019 - 04.2023
INTERNAL KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
RS Group
03.2019 - 10.2019
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
RCS Logistics
11.2017 - 03.2019
PURCHASING ASSISTANT
E7 Building Services
04.2016 - 11.2017
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
E7 Building Services
11.2015 - 04.2016
English A, Maths C, Science C, ICT Distinction, Business Distinction
Corby Business Academy
A Level - Business Marketing and Management
Tresham College of Further Education
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