Scott Burns M.A., BA [H]

Experience

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  University of Windsor

  Sept 2006 - Dec 2007

  Graduate Assistant

  Extensive literature review and editing of student assignments allowed for the acquisition of exceptional editorial skills.Working with hundreds of students through lab exercises, paper and examination editing and classroom preparation formed excellent communication skills; translatable to working with professionals in sales. Completion of duties allocated by professors at the University and the responsibility to return work in a timely manner created invaluable time-management skills and pride in work presented to others. Show less

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  Powerbev Inc.

  Nov 2011 - Oct 2017

  Responsible for the sales targets, performance measurements and development of half of the Ontario sales team, and reporting directly to VP of Sales. - I manage four of the eight Ontario territories including Toronto, through a team of 4 District Mangers and 25 Account Representatives. - Additional functions of my role include, but are not limited to, National account business reviews, quarterly/annual sales planning, promotional activity execution and trade management via sales and operations team. - As the market leading energy brand, our sales and distribution of Red Bull is keenly focused on market share, category growth and competitive brand standards across all channel's Show less Responsible for the sales targets, performance measurements and development of the largest Canadian market for consumer packaged goods. -Building relationships withing the GTA through dynamic match contacts and trade work, monthly sales planning, promotional activity execution and trade excellence via sales and operations team. - As the market leading energy brand, our sales and distribution of Red Bull is keenly focused on market share, category growth and competitive brand standards across all channel's Show less Target-surpassing sales representative with a history of exceeding employer expectations in both sales goals and service measures.Enjoy talking to people and establishing a long-term, loyal customer base.Persuasive communicator; use consultative selling skills to identify opportunities, overcome objections, use positive relationships to leverage significant business opportunities. Tenacious closer; focused on conveying the benefits of products/services and generating customer interest. Making new products and ideas an attractive option to target markets. Show less

  • Regional Sales Manager

    Dec 2014 - Oct 2017

  • District Sales Manager

    Aug 2013 - Dec 2014

  • Business Development Manager

    Dec 2012 - Aug 2013

  • Account Representative

    Nov 2011 - Dec 2012
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  Vega

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2021

  National Sales Manager - Canada

  Responsible for growth and development of Canadian Retail business through traditional brick and mortar stores and E-commerce platforms. Working with passionate, dedicated and vibrant team is what makes Vega such an incredible brand and one of Canadas best workplaces.Vega delivers premium plant-based natural health and performance products with a vision of empowering the world to thrive!

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  Impossible Foods

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2023

  Senior Sales Manager

  Saving the Planet. One Burger at a Time!

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  Bioriginal

  Apr 2023 - Sept 2024

  Vice President of Sales

  Bioriginal is a global leader in delivering complete nutritional solutions to the Food and Nutraceutical industries. With over 25 years of global expertise, Bioriginal has carved out a niche by scientifically combining nutritional ingredients from all over the world, directly from the source, to create unique and efficacious solutions.

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  Picsume

  Sept 2024 - now

  Head of Sales, Picsume

  Picsume began with a vision to transform the traditional resume, providing dynamic work profiles that match candidates with their ideal jobs. Our core values of innovation, efficiency, and meritocracy drive us to create a seamless experience for both candidates and employers.