Wouter Albertyn

Experience

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  Personal Part-Time Business

  Jun 2004 - Dec 2007

  Professional Architectural Draughtsman (SACAP Registered)
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  Dr Glass Centurion

  Feb 2005 - Mar 2005

  Window Repair Technician
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  Gouws Draughting Services/ The Granny Flat Company

  May 2005 - Mar 2006

  Junior Architectural Draughtsman
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  The Karate Academy South Africa

  Oct 2005 - Jun 2009

  Karate Instructor
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  DHL Exel (BATSA Contract)

  Jan 2007 - Jul 2009

  Goods Receiving Advice Clerk
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  DMC CONSULTING ENGINEERS LIMITED

  Jul 2007 - Dec 2009

  Junior Civil Draughtsman & Engineers Assistant
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  Wingfan Africa, Solarvent & Ventura Group of Companies

  Jan 2010 - Jun 2014

  Technical Sales Consultant & Draughtsman
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  Kwikot & Electrolux

  Jul 2014 - Aug 2018

  External Sales Consultant

  Key Functions Delivered: • Maintain and improve existing key accounts within the hardware and plumbing industry, by providing quick and effective service and solutions as and when it is required by the customer (Customer excellence).• Acquire new accounts by following up & identifying new leads and opportunities inclusive of competitor intelligence.• Ensure that all customers have sufficient promotional material and that this material is displayed in a correct and efficient manner (Customer Base Line Marketing).• Actively communicate, negotiate, and follow up on promotions with merchants as well as larger group stores.• Actively acquire and follow up on stock and project orders and ensure that these orders are processed and delivered without any unnecessary complications.• Build, maintain and acquire relationships with key players in the plumbing and construction industry. i.e. Plumbers, contractors, developers, architects, buyers etc.• Coordinate with retailers and clients regarding new product developments and improvements.• Identify key influencers and stakeholders during the pursuit of potential accounts.• Consistently liaise with above mentioned key players in order to acquire information on new and existing, projects and developments as well as competitor market share and activity. • Actively pursue and manage new and existing projects and developments to ensure that Kwikot’s products are being used and specified where applicable, from retail level to developer level. Ensuring transparency on best fit for all Kwikot products.• Attend site meetings to advise contractors and professional teams of the best solution for their requirements.• Visit various installations to advise and consult regarding installation problems or technical information on solar, heat-pump, Prisma or domestic geyser installations amongst others. Show less

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  Kohler Africa

  Sept 2018 - Jun 2020

  Key Account Manager South Africa

  Key Functions & Responsibilities: • Maintain, develop, and generate key accounts with regards to developers, quantity surveyors, architects, project managers etc.• Provide said accounts with effective and efficient services and communication.• Liaise with national and international teams with regards to products and pricing.• Compile relevant specifications with regards to key account customers’ requirements.• Efficiently and effectively forecast project pipeline and products.• Develop the sales pipeline with forecasting on existing accounts in addition to the potential realization of new leads.• Actively communicate, negotiate, and follow up on promotions with merchants as well as larger group stores.• Pro-actively monitor major projects to ensure key account customers are satisfied with the products and delivery thereof. • Compile various presentations to be presented within key accounts to influencers and decision makers on a variation of technical and sales intensities.• Creating brand awareness amongst existing and potential clients within the construction and hospitality industries.• Actively liaise with various retailers encouraging growth and sales.• Actively assist contractors on site with regards to technical and delivery problems ensuring these are resolved in a quick satisfactory manner.• Assist professional team with regards to technical and product information where required.• Actively assist with demand planning. Show less

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  Duravit AG

  Feb 2021 - Nov 2022

  Africa Sales Executive
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  Powerdown Australia

  Dec 2022 - Sept 2023

  Key Account Manager
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  G.U.D. HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD

  Sept 2023 - now

  Key Account Manager