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BENJAMIN TWINE

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

Driven by passion for project management, I thrive as a collaborative leader. My dedication lies in fostering an engaged and empowering work culture by partnering with coworkers. I have a documented track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, even in dynamic and fast-paced settings. My adept problem-solving skills allow me to tackle challenges head-on, finding innovative solutions to complex problems.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Solutions Specialist/Business Development Manager

Beyond Zero Technologies
03.2024 - Current
  • Designed, Tested and Implementation of initial go to market strategies from the ground up.
  • Developed targeted campaigns to promote brand awareness and build trust.
  • Set pricing strategies with stakeholders for new to market SaaS products.
  • Maintenance of Hubspot, Zoominfo CRM tools.
  • Conduct detailed market analysis to identify market trends, industry analysis, competitive landscape and opportunities.
  • Designed and implement regular reports to track productivity, pipeline status and measure and refine strategic objectives.
  • Collaborate with Marketing Team to convert leads

State Manager SA & WA

Volkswagen Financial Services
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • Develop new and existing commercial business in line with organisational objectives, ensuring client relationships are managed and maintained effectively
  • Coach the SA & WA Sales Teams to exceed targets and maintain a profitable retention pipeline
  • Monitor and report on client performance, identify market trends and make recommendations as appropriate
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of operational policies, procedures and products for client servicing functions
  • Support and drive business partner success through holding long term agreements accountable, action plans, sales team training, driving retention through CRM, monitoring performance and identifying market trends
  • Source new business through the development and implementation of proposals to acquire new partners and secure long term commitments with maximum returns for the business
  • Negotiate profitable outcomes for the organisation whilst maintaining value for business partners
  • Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels within our business partners
  • Comprehensive Strategic Account Management and Business Development
  • Provide ongoing development opportunities for staff through structured action plans
  • Drive a great place to work culture.

Achievements:

  • Acquisition of over $330mil of additional wholesale funding across WA & SA.
  • Highest performing region for 2022.
  • Graduated from the VWFS Next Level Leadership

Regional Manager WA

Volkswagen Financial Services
11.2018 - 12.2021
  • Hunt new acquisitions and maintain positive relationships with existing partners
  • Monitor and report on client performance, identify market trends within and outside established areas and make recommendations to as appropriate to combat trends
  • Continuously promote a positive image for the organisation through the development of effective relationships with clients, understanding their needs and continuously looking at ways to add value and strengthen the relationship
  • Benchmark and implement standards and expectations within our business partners' organisations to effectively grow business partner performance
  • Conducting Sales Team training on niche products
  • Subject matter expert in both wholesale and retail lending, POS system and product suite.


Achievements:

  • No.1 Sales Representative nationwide for 2020 and 2021.
  • Successfully doubled the region from 27 accounts to 83 requiring an additional headcount in Western Australia and promotion to State Manager SA & WA.
  • Acquisition and management of wholesale funding for multiple key partners in WA totaling over $100mil.

Manager, Product & Retail Services & BDM SA & WA

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Identify customer needs and develop products to satisfy said needs in line with business objectives
  • Monitoring the marketplace to ensure product offering remains competitive, relevant and complies with regulatory body requirements
  • Manage the design, testing and implantation of any changes to the point of sale system
  • Prioritisation of product features and capabilities through effective project management
  • Develop growth strategies and plans through invested relationships with the dealer network
  • Maintain and in depth knowledge of the business products and value proposition
  • Identify, target and pitch future acquisition opportunity across the retailer network
  • Negotiation with Brand Partners to support and improve the Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) offering.


Achievements:

  • Increased Finance and Insurance penetration across multiple states.
  • Successfully designed, implemented and deployment of a new point of sale system inline with newly introduced ASIC Flex Commission changes as a result of the royal
  • Graduation from the MBFS Emerging Leaders Academy.

Dealer Services Locum

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
06.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provide professional Business Manager relief to retailer network nationwide
  • Work closely with the retailer network to ensure a pipeline of bookings for the locum department
  • Manage dealer finance and insurance processes; setting the benchmark in both customer and dealer satisfaction through both face to face and Virtual Finance and Insurance Manager Service
  • Development, testing and deployment of software systems into production
  • Immediately build trustworthy relationships with retailer staff to ensure professional referrals
  • Providing tailored finance solutions for client's new vehicle purchase whilst maximising profits for the organisation and its business partners.


Achievements:

  • Achieved record penetration and income at multiple dealerships.
  • Repaired relationships through exceptional performance and professionalism with Retailers’ who have previously refused to use the Locum Service.

Dealer Services Insurance Consultant

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Cold calling of expiring customers to ensure premium renewal through explanation of policies features, benefits and policies
  • Calculation and payment of business partner rewards program
  • Calculation and payment of business partner commissions
  • Actively drive customer retention through outbound call strategies
  • Quote and Sales of Fleet, Heavy Commercial and Passenger Car Insurance
  • Handle inbound enquiries in a timely and professional manner.


Achievements:

  • Increased Mercedes-Benz renewal retention to a record high 85%.
  • Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Employee of the Year Award 2016.

Country Manager - North America

Wimdu GmbH
04.2014 - 01.2015
  • Relationship Management through building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with hosts
  • Understand their needs and objectives and represent them within the organization
  • Monitor and analyse host performance and conduct regular account reviews to enhance listings
  • Cross sell and upgrade host account status
  • Address any issues hosts may have and provide appropriate solutions or alternatives in a timely manner, ensuring resolution and satisfaction
  • On-Board and educate hosts on how to optimize their listings and improve their rankings on the Wimdu platform
  • Act as the voice of the hosts within the company, providing feedback and insights to relevant departments to improve the overall host experience.


Achievements:

  • Number one sales person for 2014.

Customer Service Officer

IBM
05.2010 - 05.2012
  • Oversee the operations of telecommunications towers, replacing the roles of fourteen staff members
  • Handle 150+ requests per week for new and repaired parts, all monitored by strict SLA's and KPI's
  • Be in charge of multiple reports such as Stock Shortage Report, Warranty Reports, Back Log Report, and External Vendor reports
  • Plan and execute minor projects, such as configuring and dispatching routers to service ATMs
  • Continually strive for high levels of efficiency and cost reduction in all operations.


Achievements:

  • Employee of the Month Award x 4

Education

Certificate IV Project Management - Priority Management -

Fusion Business College
01.2024

Certificate III Financial Services - Fusion Business College -

Fusion Business College
09.2016

Bachelor of Creative Technologies - JMC Academy -

JMC Academy
Melbourne
11.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Swinburne University -

Swinburne University
11.2010

Skills

  • Motivational & Empathetic Leader
  • Project Management
  • Customer Orientated
  • Agile
  • Decision Maker
  • Process Optimiser
  • Account Management
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Interpersonal Communicator
  • Analytical
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Creative solutions

References

Available upon request from both previous employers and clients.

Volunteer Experience

I am proud to advise I have previously volunteered as an Independent Living Options (ILO) Host for the NDIS. Caring for 4 young adults whom live with a disability interface for a period of 12 months.

Timeline

Solutions Specialist/Business Development Manager

Beyond Zero Technologies
03.2024 - Current

State Manager SA & WA

Volkswagen Financial Services
12.2021 - 12.2023

Regional Manager WA

Volkswagen Financial Services
11.2018 - 12.2021

Manager, Product & Retail Services & BDM SA & WA

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
08.2017 - 11.2018

Dealer Services Locum

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
06.2016 - 08.2017

Dealer Services Insurance Consultant

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services
01.2015 - 06.2016

Country Manager - North America

Wimdu GmbH
04.2014 - 01.2015

Customer Service Officer

IBM
05.2010 - 05.2012

Certificate IV Project Management - Priority Management -

Fusion Business College

Certificate III Financial Services - Fusion Business College -

Fusion Business College

Bachelor of Creative Technologies - JMC Academy -

JMC Academy

Bachelor of Commerce - Swinburne University -

Swinburne University
BENJAMIN TWINE