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Craig Piper

Craig Piper

Sales
Yamba,NSW

Summary

Driven Area Sales Manager with 10+ years of experience in management capacity and strong competitive sales drive, adaptability and perseverance. Well-honed listening skills and problem-solving attitude to uncover needs and overcome objections to close sales and achieve goals within multiple assigned territories. Successfully motivates and develops sales teams in results-driven and customer-focused environments with positive attitude towards achievement.

Dedicated management professional possessing knowledge of the sales cycle process, negotiating deals with clients, increasing client bases through cold-calling, and leading teams throughout the sales process.

Skilled Area Sales Manager with desire to lead teams toward achieving revenue goals. Focused on keeping up-to-date and informed on competitors and specific needs of assigned sales territory.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong work ethic and exhibiting a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Apprentice Carpenter

Allan homes
01.1985 - 01.1989
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Developed strong carpentry skills through hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced mentors.
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Assisted in reducing material waste by efficiently utilizing resources throughout each project phase.
  • Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
  • Aided in the completion of large-scale projects through efficient collaboration with subcontractors such as electricians and plumbers.

Salesperson

Gram fencing
02.1989 - 03.1994
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.

Sales Manager

Modern group
05.1994 - 06.1999
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.

Bartender

Russell Island rsl
03.2000 - 06.2010
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Road Train Driver Mining

Redhorse Australia Wide
06.2010 - 07.2020
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively while prioritizing passenger safety above all else.
  • Consistently met company performance targets for punctuality, safety, and customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Collaborated with maintenance teams to address mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions .
  • Operating of multiple trailers x 4
  • Pre start and safety checks
  • Training of new employees
  • Maintaining and improving driver skills.

Road Train Driver Mining

Gurvindah pty ltd
03.2020 - 02.2025
  • Monitored gauges or meters that measured speed, amperage or air pressure in brake lines or main reservoirs.
  • Collaborated with maintenance teams to address mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions to service.
  • Consistently met company performance targets for punctuality, safety, and customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Operated trains according to established guidelines while adjusting speed based on weather conditions or other external factors that could impact safety.

Education

School Certificate -

Colyton High School
Sydney
11.1984

Master Of Landscape Architecture - Building And Property Maintenance

Fencing And Landscaping
Mt Druitt Tafe
09.1989

Fully Certified Private Investigator - Investigation Civil

Rockdale Investigation School
Rockdale Nsw
05.1998

Skills

  • Lead qualification
  • Relationship building
  • Sales team supervision
  • Territory Management
  • Closing strategies
  • New Business Development
  • Analytical problem solver
  • Extensive personal network
  • B to B sales
  • Account management
  • Sales Reporting
  • Sales presentations
  • Business development and planning
  • Strategic planning
  • Direct sales
  • Accomplished manager
  • Coaching and mentoring

Timeline

Road Train Driver Mining

Gurvindah pty ltd
03.2020 - 02.2025

Road Train Driver Mining

Redhorse Australia Wide
06.2010 - 07.2020

Bartender

Russell Island rsl
03.2000 - 06.2010

Sales Manager

Modern group
05.1994 - 06.1999

Salesperson

Gram fencing
02.1989 - 03.1994

Apprentice Carpenter

Allan homes
01.1985 - 01.1989

School Certificate -

Colyton High School

Master Of Landscape Architecture - Building And Property Maintenance

Fencing And Landscaping

Fully Certified Private Investigator - Investigation Civil

Rockdale Investigation School
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