Christopher Kuun
Hobart,Tasmania
Summary
I have over 18 years of experience in sales, management, and leadership in the Motorcycle and Automotive industry. with a special focus on Marketing and PR, promoting brand awareness, and driving growth. I believe I have strong leadership and communication skills, excel at handling challenges, and motivating teams to reach goals in a competitive environment.
Outgoing and friendly Barista with excellent interpersonal communication strengths. Solid experience processing payments, handling food and meeting customer demands with diligent and well-organized mentality. Certified in safe food handling.
Dedicated visual artist with strong understanding of photography equipment and techniques. Skilled in capturing and editing stunning images with keen eye for detail. Creative and committed to telling stories through photographs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Barista
Kingdom Coffee
01.2024 - Current
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction.
- Maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.
- Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all drinks served.
- Restocked display fridge with attractive arrangements to promote food items such as Toasties, panini's and cookies.
- Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Photographer
Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Showcased diverse photography styles for clients to choose from, increasing portfolio versatility.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
New Business Territory Manager
Bega Group
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Expanded territory coverage by strategically identifying and targeting new potential accounts.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
Pr and Social MediaMarketing
Suzuki Auto South Africa
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Wrote press releases for new product releases and brand awareness
- Boosted audience engagement through the creation of compelling content for social media, and press releases.
- implemented internal communications processes, enhancing collaboration among departments and boosting overall efficiency.
- Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of company and engage customers.
- Built reputation as a trusted source for journalists seeking expert commentary on relevant industry topics or breaking news stories.
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
- Planned and executed successful events that generated buzz around product launches or company milestones.
Motorcycle Dealer Area Manager
Suzuki Auto South Africa
06.2016 - 07.2021
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Collaborated with sales teams to create effective strategies that drove revenue growth consistently over time.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Sales Manager
Tommy Martin Motors, GM, Eagle Canyon
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Lead and directed new vehicle sales team
- Manage sales team targets in order to drive best possible performance.
- Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency, resulting in higher conversion rates.
- Collaborated with advertising group to create uniformity between advertising messages and retail incentives.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
Assistant Sales Manager
Tommy Martin General Motors Roodepoort
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Achieved new vehicle sales targets and ensured new vehicle showroom and sales team are up to GM standard and conducive to new vehicle sales.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Developed strong client relationships for repeat business and increased referrals.
- Assisted sales team with completing customer transactions and managing issues.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
Motorcycle Sales Manager
Linex Yamaha
12.2009 - 11.2011
- Lead and direct Sales team and achieve new and used Bike sales targets.
- Implemented CRM systems for better tracking of leads, improving follow-up processes and communication within the team.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
Motorcycle Sales Executive
Linex Yamaha
07.2006 - 12.2009
- Handle all new and existing customers
- Ensure service is good enough for referrals and repeat business
- Ensure deal file is filled in 100%
- Ensure showroom is conducive for sales.
- Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling Motorcycles, and arranging according to make, model and spec
Education
No Degree - GMD Consultative Sales And Leadership
General Motors Internal Learning
2015
High School Diploma -
Roodepoort College
Roodepoort, Gauteng. 12.2002
Skills
- Sales & Marketing
- Sales Management
- Dealer Management
- Social Media Management
- PR & Events
- Friendly and outgoing
- Food Preparation
- Coffee and Tea Preparation
- Adaptive and creative
Accomplishments
- 2013, Top Sales Executive of the Year, General Motors
- 2012, Top Sales Executive of the Year, General Motors
Further Training
- 2015, GMD Consultative Leadership - Global Best Standards
- 2014, Sales Consultant - New Intermediate Level
- 2012, GMD Consultative Sales - Global Best Standards
References
- Marcus Evans, Current Manager, Bega Group, Marcus.evans@bega.com.au
- Stuart Baker, National Sales Manager - Suzuki SA, Stuartb@suzukiauto.co.za, +27824178337
- Jock Green, Previous Sales Manager - Tommy Martin GM, 0828516115
- Sheryl Reddy, HR and Account Manager - Linex Yamaha, 0112514016
Hobbies and Interests
- Cycling
- Photography
- Birding
- Motorcycling
- Playing the Guitar
hobbies
Cycling
Photography
Exploring the outdoors
Timeline
Part Time Barista
Kingdom Coffee
01.2024 - Current
Photographer
Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current
New Business Territory Manager
Bega Group
08.2023 - 12.2023
Pr and Social MediaMarketing
Suzuki Auto South Africa
08.2021 - 06.2023
Motorcycle Dealer Area Manager
Suzuki Auto South Africa
06.2016 - 07.2021
Sales Manager
Tommy Martin Motors, GM, Eagle Canyon
06.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant Sales Manager
Tommy Martin General Motors Roodepoort
07.2014 - 06.2015
Motorcycle Sales Manager
Linex Yamaha
12.2009 - 11.2011
Motorcycle Sales Executive
Linex Yamaha
07.2006 - 12.2009
No Degree - GMD Consultative Sales And Leadership
General Motors Internal Learning
High School Diploma -
Roodepoort College
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