Forward-thinking and results-driven sales leader with more than 15 plus years of experience in partnership development, account management and channel building. Self-directed leader with talents in diversifying networks, product offerings and pricing strategies to drive growth with value-added solutions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales and Partnerships
Shopline Australia
06.2023 - 12.2023
Key projects: Peter Jackson Menswear (expected launch Q1 2024); Fitness Vending (FY 2024)
Expanded market share by identifying new business opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with potential clients.
Implemented effective CRM practices, ensuring accurate tracking of leads, client interactions, and account management activities.
Career Break; Full Time Student - MBA
Deakin University - Distinction Average
02.2023 - 05.2023
Completion of MBA Program
Head of New Business I Commercial Partnerships
Click Frenzy
08.2021 - 01.2023
Leading team of five staff to oversee New Business and Commercial Partnerships (Buy Now Pay later, Cash Back, Delivery, Credit Card) functions for Click Frenzy;
Delivered on FY22 $2.3M Target; Delivered on FY23 H1 Target $1.1M
New Business Development Manager
Click Frenzy
08.2019 - 08.2021
Key Retailer liaison for prospective clients for Click Frenzy events and Solus EDM/Showcase activations.
Growth of 50% year-on-year for expected advertising budget turnover of $1.5M in FY2021;
Prospecting new retail clients to the Click Frenzy platform; successfully onboarded the following premium direct to consumer brands/retailers: Dyson, The Good Guys, Kogan.com, Target, L’oreal Paris/Luxe Brands, Big W, Canon, Vinomofo, Reckitt Benckiser
Helped to establish:
Preliminary licensing framework for Click Frenzy trademark usage during platform sales event period;
Cyber Week campaign activity in 2019, first time outside of flagship Click Frenzy Campaign in November.
Senior Category Buyer – Health and Wellbeing & Pets
Catch Group: Catch.com.au and joint venture shopping sites.
02.2014 - 07.2019
Grow and develop the Health and Wellbeing & Pets categories with expected turnover $11M for FY19 with 35% GP;
Conduct industry competitor analysis, on-board leading market brands and develop range architecture and calendar marketing strategy;
Implement sales events and promotional activity for group sales channels;
Maintain 1000 plus clearance/core line SKU mix, vendor replenishment, ranging and merchandising of Online Events and Shops;
Source New Suppliers – local and international, liaison of existing suppliers and;
Utilise Unity/CMS database programs
Account Manager
Austwide Consumer Products
03.2013 - 12.2013
Meet customer sales to budget of annual turnover of $800,000 with 30% gross profit;
Service of over 200 wholesale gift, party, discount/variety, online and wholesale distribution accounts across metro and regional Victoria;
Execute marketing and sales of over 10,000 SKUs across 10 line categories
Includes the successful fulfillment of 2013 Seasonal programs, plus sales of 2013 Event Calendar Marketing Program;
Drive business development of prospective accounts and maximizing sales opportunities with existing accounts;
Oversee Account Debtor management and administration, liaison with Perth Head Office;
Deliver Merchandising, Retail Training/Assessment and implementing promotional programs to SMEs and
Utilise Pronto CRM and Company Roadshow Sales Programs.
Hospitality Operations Manager/Host
Straits Chef Pty Ltd T/A Chef Lagenda
04.2012 - 12.2012
Merchandise and Licensing Manager (2012 Pre-season)
North Melbourne Football Club (NMFC)
11.2011 - 04.2012
Wholesale Buyer/Sales Manager; Company Coordinator
Victoria Import Company P/L
11.2004 - 11.2011
Education
Skills
Key Account Management
Merchandising Strategies
Sales Pipeline Management
Sales Presentations
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Regional Sales and Partnerships
Shopline Australia
06.2023 - 12.2023
Career Break; Full Time Student - MBA
Deakin University - Distinction Average
02.2023 - 05.2023
Head of New Business I Commercial Partnerships
Click Frenzy
08.2021 - 01.2023
New Business Development Manager
Click Frenzy
08.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Category Buyer – Health and Wellbeing & Pets
Catch Group: Catch.com.au and joint venture shopping sites.
02.2014 - 07.2019
Account Manager
Austwide Consumer Products
03.2013 - 12.2013
Hospitality Operations Manager/Host
Straits Chef Pty Ltd T/A Chef Lagenda
04.2012 - 12.2012
Merchandise and Licensing Manager (2012 Pre-season)
North Melbourne Football Club (NMFC)
11.2011 - 04.2012
Wholesale Buyer/Sales Manager; Company Coordinator
Executive Manager People Capability and Services at Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT)Executive Manager People Capability and Services at Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT)