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Education
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Hobbies and Interests
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Gesmond Catania

Kurunjang

Summary

My working career revolves around the building and construction, security and safety industries and their affiliate businesses. I was responsible for but not limited to managing, development and representing and selling for these various companies. My work is solutions-based and consultative sales also specification selling with an exceptional customer service mindset being the key to my success. I have been involved in business-to-business - Residential and commercial stakeholders including builders, Architects and internal designers of Glass, Aluminium extrusions, Shop front, Windows and Doors systems, Balustrade, Pool Fence, Stainless Steel, Tubular and slat Fence, louvre solutions, shower screens , wardrobes, safety/ security doors, outdoor and indoor blinds, Height access solutions, and security screens, powder coating and anodising finishing plus related hardware and consumables, all types of design, development, fabrication and quoting plus managing, mentoring and screening of personnel and logistics of stocks and finished products. I have also experience in sourcing, purchasing, accounts receivable and payable.

Experienced with territory management and market expansion strategies, ensuring consistent growth and client retention. Utilizes strong analytical skills and market insights to develop effective sales plans. Track record of building robust client relationships and leading teams to exceed performance goals.

Overview

3
3
Languages
29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Territory Manager Vic / Tasmania

Total hardware
06.2022 - Current
  • Build and maintain client relations
  • Proactively pursued new business and sales opportunities, contributing to revenue growth
  • Developed tailored sales strategies to address client needs.
  • Solved client problems by developing innovative, tailored sales solutions that addressed specific needs
  • Build and maintaining client relations

New Business Development Manager Agent- Vic

James Glen Stainless Marine
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Build and maintain client relations
  • Pursued new business and sales opportunities to expand market reach
  • Developed innovative and tailored sales solutions to address client challenges
  • Build and maintaining client relations
  • Facilitated client transactions during Covid restrictions

Sales Manager and BDM

Kelgar Pool Fencing
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Build and maintain client relations
  • Proactively pursued new business and sales opportunities to expand market reach
  • Developed innovative and tailored sales solutions to address client and customer challenges
  • Executed purchasing decisions to acquire necessary supplies
  • Purchasing

Business Development Manager- VIC

Glass Outlet
02.2015 - 03.2018
  • Managed business to business sales and account relationships, driving customer engagement and retention.
  • Maintained distribution and sales of glass and stainless steel products, shower screens, tubular and glass pool fencing, balustrades, louvres, decorative screens, fencing, awnings, and blinds, ensuring competitive positioning against brands like Oxworks and Fethers.
  • Developed and implemented strategic partnerships to expand market reach and drive revenue growth.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitive opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.

Regional Account Manager- VIC/TAS/SA/WA/ southern NSW

Abra Aluminium
05.2014 - 02.2015
  • Managed business to business sales and account relationships to drive client satisfaction and retention
  • Facilitated sales of aluminium extrusions to meet customer needs
  • Executed mill direct and distribution sales of commercial suites, pool fencing, balustrading, wardrobes, louvres, height and safety systems, and security door systems

Sales Executive- Victoria & Tasmania

Press Metal Aluminium Australia Pty Ltd
09.2012 - 02.2014
  • Managed business to business sales and account management, fostering long-term client relationships.
  • Executed aluminium extrusions sales directly from mill and through distribution, specializing in generic and exclusive commercial suites for balustrading, shopfronts, curtain walls, louvres, awnings, and blinds.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Executed sales strategies to meet and exceed monthly targets effectively.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities for growth.

Sales Executive- Victoria

Aluminium Supply Australia Pty Ltd
08.2010 - 09.2012
  • Managed business to business sales and account relationships, focusing on client satisfaction and retention.
  • Oversaw aluminium extrusions sales, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market demand.
  • Coordinated mill direct and distribution sales of commercial suites and systems, including shopfronts, curtain walls, louvres, awnings, blinds, windows, and doors.

Commercial Applications Manager- Australia Wide

Impal Pty Ltd
10.2007 - 08.2010
  • Managed business to business sales and account management for commercial clients, fostering strong client relationships.
  • Executed sales of aluminium extrusions to commercial clients.
  • Coordinated mill direct and distribution sales of commercial suites and systems, including balustrading, louvres, blinds, awnings, and height and safety systems, optimizing product reach.

Account Manager Aluminium Supply- North, West and Country Victoria

Olympic Aluminium Pty Ltd
07.2003 - 10.2007
  • Business to Business Sales and Account Management
  • Provided technical consulting services
  • Managed sales of aluminium extrusions, cultivating relationships with key accounts and driving product adoption.
  • Executed mill direct and distribution sales for commercial suites and systems, supporting projects in balustrading, wardrobes, shower screens, louvres, blinds, awnings, shutters, security doors, and windows, including aluminium finishing processes.
  • Contracted by Impal P/L to provide technical expertise.

Sales Coordinator / Installation manager

Renma Screens and Blinds
07.1997 - 07.2003
  • Coordinate and manage Sales and Installations
  • Handled product line including shower screens, mirrors, splash backs, glass replacements, wardrobes, blinds, awnings, security doors, grills, balustrading, and shutters, providing tailored solutions to meet customer needs.
  • Coordinated sales order processing and tracking for timely delivery to clients.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels to optimize product availability.
  • Collaborated with sales team to prepare proposals and presentations for client meetings.

Education

Certificate IV - Building And Construction-Residential

BUILDERS ACADEMY AUSTRALIA
Melbourne, VIC
01-2021

Small Business Management Course -

VUT
Australia
01-1996

Certificate - PRESSURE VESSLE OPERATOR- OPEN TICKET

RMIT
Melbourne, VIC
1995

Multiple GCE Year 12 Passes - undefined

University of London, Oxford University and the University of Malta
01-1979

Skills

  • Sales Strategies
  • Lead prospecting
  • Customer management
  • Team leadership
  • Results-driven
  • Problem Solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer literacy
  • MS Word Advanced
  • MS Excel Intermediate
  • Outlook Intermediate
  • Inspirational leader
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Time Management
  • Goal setting
  • Honest
  • Non-Technical Skills

Languages

English
Maltese
Italian

Hobbies and Interests

Siberian Huskies, Health and Fitness, Golf, A League- Melbourne Victory FC, Motorsports

Timeline

Territory Manager Vic / Tasmania

Total hardware
06.2022 - Current

New Business Development Manager Agent- Vic

James Glen Stainless Marine
07.2019 - 02.2020

Sales Manager and BDM

Kelgar Pool Fencing
03.2018 - 07.2019

Business Development Manager- VIC

Glass Outlet
02.2015 - 03.2018

Regional Account Manager- VIC/TAS/SA/WA/ southern NSW

Abra Aluminium
05.2014 - 02.2015

Sales Executive- Victoria & Tasmania

Press Metal Aluminium Australia Pty Ltd
09.2012 - 02.2014

Sales Executive- Victoria

Aluminium Supply Australia Pty Ltd
08.2010 - 09.2012

Commercial Applications Manager- Australia Wide

Impal Pty Ltd
10.2007 - 08.2010

Account Manager Aluminium Supply- North, West and Country Victoria

Olympic Aluminium Pty Ltd
07.2003 - 10.2007

Sales Coordinator / Installation manager

Renma Screens and Blinds
07.1997 - 07.2003

Multiple GCE Year 12 Passes - undefined

University of London, Oxford University and the University of Malta

Certificate - PRESSURE VESSLE OPERATOR- OPEN TICKET

RMIT

Small Business Management Course -

VUT

Certificate IV - Building And Construction-Residential

BUILDERS ACADEMY AUSTRALIA
Gesmond Catania