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Michael Luu

Mount Eliza,VIC

Summary

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

Victoria Import Company P/L
11.2004 - 11.2011

Michael Luu