Joseph Ledger

Experience

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  PepsiCo

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2017

  Achievements:- Delivered productivity projects (people, process, platform and transformational) for high profile billion dollar brands (Walkers, Doritos, Lays, Duyvis) in Western Europe and globally. Personally saved $1.2 million in 2016/17 cycle and hundreds of working hours, $7.8 million as part of the Project Team.Main Duties:- Implemented global campaigns while satisfying Technical Stage Gate criteria in a fast-paced, diverse and customer centred environment- Ensure product change management parameters are adhered to by liaising with and engaging Regulatory, Sensory and Legal departments - Mentor of best practices for communication and presentation skills - Budget Management - owned forecasting, tracking and monthly reporting of Team Budget (+£500k)- Developed product specifications Show less Achievements:- Identified quick win solution and launched product to market within 6 months to successfully fill revenue gap (~£250k)Main Duties:- Manage innovation projects (NPD) from inception to launch (Mighty Lights UK, Benenuts NL) - Manage cross-functional team to ensure product meets quality, safety and legal guidelines in all market locations- Led planning and running of factory trials as well as analysing, interpreting and reporting lab data- Managed a small team of Technicians and implemented personal development programs Show less

  • Global R&D Snacks Productivity Project Technologist

    Jun 2015 - Nov 2017

  • Innovation Technologist

    Mar 2013 - Jun 2015

  • Innovation Technician

    Jun 2012 - Mar 2013

  • General Operative

    Aug 2010 - May 2012
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  Everyman Racing

  Jul 2014 - Oct 2017

  Supercar Instructor

  - To be accomplished in the role it was essential to be personable, reliable and perform effectively under pressure with the ability to make quick decisions. Clear, concise and and accurate communication was necessary at all times to ensure the best possible experience for the customers and above all the safety of everyone involved.

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  N/A

  Nov 2017 - Jul 2018

  World Travel across North, Central and South America

  Undertook a variety of Volunteering Programs including:- Studied Spanish - 1:1 up to 8 hours a day - Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Belize, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Ecuador & Argentina - Tour Guide and Sustainability Programs on Galapagos Islands - Taught English to children and adults - Colombia, Panama, Guatemala & Ecuador (Galapagos)- Scuba Diving - Advanced PADI ~60 Dives

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  Brewhouse & Kitchen

  Jul 2018 - Apr 2019

  Sales and Events Supervisor

  Achievements:- Led all social media marketing and proactive outreach to drive revenue pipeline of products, services and events. Achieving 15% revenue increase to previous year sales.Main Duties:- Event Manager for venue of up to 150 people, responsible for all client communication before, during and post.- Led a team delivering a positive, total customer experience and owned training of all staff

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  MSG Tours Ltd

  Apr 2019 - Dec 2020

  Project Manager

  #DeliveringtheunexpectedAchievements:- End to end delivery of product for South Africa 2021 – British and Irish Lions Tour. Lead multiple disciplines throughout the product lifecycle from product creation, costing, marketing content, sales, account management and customer experience. - Proactively sourced and collaborated to set up new initiatives e.g. planning and implementing a series of VIP client events to engage with our top 1% of customers, resulting in an increase to YOY net revenue - Identified opportunities around key locations/sporting events e.g. Ryder Cup 2020, Monaco Grand Prix 2020 and developed products from the ground upwards to be sold commercially- Identified Madagascar as an area of opportunity for rugby tours and launched a series of profitable tours, recognised as the sole provider external to AfricaMain Duties:- Responsible for the offline and online marketing strategy around relevant tours, including content creation across the website, paid media channels and direct mail (CRM, Mailchimp)- Managing numerous high profile, profitable contracts and accounts- Manage relationships with external agencies to ensure the media strategy and the creative strategies are closely aligned - Reporting into senior stakeholders to communicate budget projections, revenue growth and product reviews in addition to presenting new opportunities - Conduct competitor and market analysis on a MOM basis, communicating findings to the rest of the business and implemented any opportunities Show less

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  Aldi UK

  Jan 2021 - now

  • Buying Manager, VCO

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Project Analyst, VCO

    Aug 2022 - Sept 2023

  • Corporate Buying Assistant

    Jan 2021 - Aug 2022