Gary Smith
MELBOURNE
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a State Merchandising Manager at Philip Morris, excelling in project management and team collaboration. Proven ability to design and develop shop fits while effectively managing budgets and training staff. Skilled in technical drawing interpretation and cabinet assembly, ensuring high-quality installations and client satisfaction.
Overview
41
41
years of post-secondary education
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop fitter contractor
Somerfield Cabinets pty Ltd
Keysborough
06.2016 - Current
- Assembled cabinet components with precision using hand tools and power equipment to ensure high-quality output.
- Interpreted technical drawings to ensure accurate fittings and measurements.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize assembly processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Management of staff both in warehouse and on site.
- MR truck license.
- White card.
- Forklift license.
- Conducted staff training sessions to improve team skills and knowledge, enhancing overall performance.
State Merchandising Manager
Philip Morris
Keysborough
07.1991 - 07.2016
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of promotional materials.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to implement promotional campaigns effectively.
- Analyzed market trends to inform inventory selection and pricing strategies.
- Manage Key Accounts
- Manage budgets.
- Co ordinate Shopfitter installations.
- Manage contractors.
- Manage travel and accommodation.
- Co ordinate meetings.
- Co ordinate meetings.
- Co ordinate meetings.
- Measure and Quote.
- Design and development of shop fits
Education
Qualified Cabinet Maker - Apprenticeship
Collingwood Technically Collages
Melbourne , Vic 07.1985 - 07.2026
Skills
- Cabinet assembly
- Installation and maintenance
- Cutting and grinding
- Fastening techniques
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Technical drawing
- Design development
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- MR license
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
Timeline
Shop fitter contractor
Somerfield Cabinets pty Ltd
06.2016 - Current
State Merchandising Manager
Philip Morris
07.1991 - 07.2016
Qualified Cabinet Maker - Apprenticeship
Collingwood Technically Collages
07.1985 - 07.2026