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Nick Stevens

Heathmont,Australia

Summary

Strategic and results driven Sales Manager with extensive experience across product development, sales growth, marketing, promotion and brand optimisation. Proven ability to develop and execute commercial strategies that strengthen market presence, expand customer networks and deliver sustainable revenue growth. Highly skilled in building and managing long-term client and stakeholder relationships through trusted advice, product expertise and exceptional service.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager ANZ & APAC

Leerdam Crisal Glass (Tabletop Glassware Manufacturer)
06.2022 - Current

Responsible for sales and business development for Leerdam Crisal Glass across 3 sales Channels - Food service, Retail and B2B for NZ and APAC.

Identified and built exclusive distributor networks across the region, including new relationships with global retailer Costco Japan.

Developed sales strategies to strengthen market presence and brand recognition.

Managed and trained diverse sales teams to improve performance and collaboration.

Key markets include Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Philippines.

Sales Manager Australia & New Zealand

Libbey Inc (Tabletop Glassware Manufacturer)
07.2015 - 06.2022

Developed sales for Libbey tabletop glassware across Australia and New Zealand, supporting branded and private label products in food service, retail, and B2B sectors.

Expanded key retail relationships and distributor networks throughout the region.

Held regular sales meetings, and product training sessions to educate customers and end users on the features and benefits of our range.

National Sales Manager

Canningvale Australia Pty Ltd (Home Textiles)
08.2007 - 07.2015

Drove sales and business development strategy across Australia and New Zealand for Canningvale, managing key retail relationships with Aldi, Big W, Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, Spotlight, Harris Scarfe, Myer and online channels.

Built international sourcing networks and led negotiations with overseas factories in India, China, Pakistan and Bangladesh.

National Account Manager/Export Manager Retail

Sleepmaster Pty Ltd (Home Textiles Manufacturer & Importer)
05.2005 - 08.2007

Developed strong relationships with key national clients.

Negotiated contracts with major retailers on a national level.

Drove sales activity with Sleepmasters’ major retail accounts (Target, Woolworths, Aldi and more).

Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for business growth and expansion.

Sales & Marketing Manager

Slumbercare Bedding Pty Ltd
09.2003 - 05.2005

Details available upon request.

Sales Representative/Export Coordinator Textile Division

Sleepmaster Pty Ltd
05.2001 - 09.2003

Details available upon request

Education

Associate Diploma of Business - Marketing

Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC
11-1999

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -

Camberwell Boys Grammar
11-1996

Skills

  • Sales Management: Distributor management, Market analysis, Sales planning, Competitive analysis
  • Commercial & Operational Excellence: Sales & Marketing Leadership, Manufacturing & Logistics, Inventory & SKU Rationalization
  • Financial Acumen: Budgeting & Cost Control, Margin Enhancement, Risk Management, Contract Negotiation

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 1979-02-03
  • Nationality: Australian
  • Marital Status: Married

Personal & Interests

Married with two adult sons.

Baseball, I have been the treasurer at Heathmont Baseball Club since 2022.

4X4, Camping, traveling and all sports (AFL, MLB, NFL, F1 & Premier League)

Timeline

Sales Manager ANZ & APAC

Leerdam Crisal Glass (Tabletop Glassware Manufacturer)
06.2022 - Current

Sales Manager Australia & New Zealand

Libbey Inc (Tabletop Glassware Manufacturer)
07.2015 - 06.2022

National Sales Manager

Canningvale Australia Pty Ltd (Home Textiles)
08.2007 - 07.2015

National Account Manager/Export Manager Retail

Sleepmaster Pty Ltd (Home Textiles Manufacturer & Importer)
05.2005 - 08.2007

Sales & Marketing Manager

Slumbercare Bedding Pty Ltd
09.2003 - 05.2005

Sales Representative/Export Coordinator Textile Division

Sleepmaster Pty Ltd
05.2001 - 09.2003

Associate Diploma of Business - Marketing

Swinburne University of Technology

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -

Camberwell Boys Grammar
Nick Stevens