Craig Brown

Experience

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  Ian Smith Group

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2013

  Account Manager (Promoted to Role of Education Account Manager)

  Based in Newcastle under Lyme with branches across the UK, Ian Smiths have been operating and growing for over 40 years.Our business isn't complicated its all about quality products, competitive prices and most importantly outstanding customer service.My RoleManagement of existing accounts with key objective to maintain and grow to agreed levelsIdentify sales opportunities and potential customersGenerate and qualify new leadsCall prospective customers by phone and in personResponsible for the supervision of the Branch in the managers absenceTo prepare and deliver quotes and tenders to agreed deadlines Show less

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  Ian Smith Group Ltd

  May 2013 - May 2014

  Education Account Manager (Promotion)

  Working with Educational Establishments all across Staffordshire, to include Academies, Free Schools, Universities, Colleges, Secondary and Primary SchoolsDealing directly with Bursars, Head Teachers, Finance Managers, Heads of Departments, Teachers and Office ManagersProviding a full portfolio of products used by the Educational MarketNot only are we cost effective stretching your school budget but our service levels are second to none making us a leader in this field.Do you want sound expert knowledge, products that wont disappoint and a price to suit?Then drop me a line.cbrown@iansmiths.co.uk Show less

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  Security Plus Limited

  Jun 2014 - Jan 2016

  Sales Consultant

  Prospecting for new business for both Cash in Transit and Manned Guarding in both the Private and Public SectorDeveloping and maintaining existing business relationshipsLiaising with banks and cash centres. Keeping up to date with changes to legislation and banking proceduresExhibiting at conferencesTraining and mentoring new sales personnel and recruitmentAssiting with new bids and tenders

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  Staples Solutions

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2018

  Business Development Associate

  Every business is stretched beyond its limits. Who has the time, resources or staff to manage relationships with multiple suppliers? At Staples, we make it easy by providing you with one trusted supplier for all of your product and service needs. With Staples Advantage you’ll benefit from:Dedicated account managementOur eProcurement expertiseOne source solutionOur delivery excellenceAn expert team of Customer Service advisorsOur global brandYour lowest total delivered cost Show less

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  NCS Office Systems

  Apr 2018 - Mar 2019

  Business Development Manager

  NCS is the UK’s leading provider of integrated workplace solutions, bringing together over 30 years’ experience, our solutions are firmly rooted in achieving real-world results for our customers.Since 1988, our business has been naturally evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. Today, we bring together a unique mix of experience, expertise and technology to deliver robust solutions that meet the needs of the most demanding business environments.By specialising in the technologies that provide the backbone of your business infrastructure we can offer our customers a truly integrated solution that is fully backed by our managed support services Show less

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  ABC Managed Services

  Apr 2019 - Feb 2020

  Business Development Executive

  ABC Managed Solutions are an innovative communications and IT, managed print solutions and workplace environments company with state of the art offices in Cheshire, Birmingham, Leeds and London. With a forward thinking approach and an ethos of simplicity, ABC work with their clients to achieve intelligently streamlined, cost effective solutions to benefit everyone within the business. The process of understanding business change needs, assessing the impact of those changes, capturing, analysing and documenting requirements and then supporting the communication and delivery of those requirements with relevant parties.At ABC we have 4 main divisions established to assist clients with their needsBuilding TechnologyDocument TechnologyCommunication TechnologyVisual TechnologyWe use our knowledge, understanding and experience of the demands of technology within the workplace to help you achieve the most effective office environment. Our consultative approach works across all of our divisions enabling us to form a real understanding of your business.Implementing professional working practice to industry recognised standards you will find ABC’s commitment, service, knowledge and portfolio unique. Our clients treat us like partners and we share in their success. Show less

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  GB Copier Systems Ltd

  Feb 2020 - Sept 2023

  Account Manager

  Established in 1995, GB Copier Systems are now the biggest supplier of automated office solutions in Staffordshire, serving the needs of more than 1500 businesses. For 25 years we have provided a plethora of office printing solutions to suit a huge range of organisations with vastly varying needs.With service centres in Stoke-on-Trent and Wolverhampton we provide our customers the back up of ten highly trained service engineers and two technical support staff ensuring the highest degree of training and support at all times.We can help you• Save time and improve efficiency.• Reduce costs and save money.• Improve productivity in your organisation.• Reduce capital expenditure and improve cashflow.• Reduce your environmental footprint.• Be more agile.• Improve your information security.Want more details then please get in touch.01782 814444/0797063724, or email craigb@gb-group.co.ukwww.gb-group.co.uk Show less

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  GivEnergy

  Oct 2023 - Aug 2024

  Customer Account Manager

  GivEnergy provides premium energy management solutions at an accessible priceWe engineer and manufacture a portfolio of electronic equipment designed to manage energy use and productionMy role as a Customer Account Manager involves✅ Looking after our wholesale distribution partner sites across the UK to proactively relationship manage✅ Ensuring customers have a clear understanding of our products✅ Responsible for in store staff/product training and development sessions ✅ Understanding customers risks and opportunities and tailoring their account plans to these requirements✅ Responsible for Increasing UK domestic market share by way of brand awareness ✅ Responsible for growing number of active GivEnergy installers via training and support ✅ Understanding the market, trends and market analysis to allow a more structured approach to current and prospective customer bases✅ Attending sector specific 'Trade Shows' Show less

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  Pod Point

  Aug 2024 - Nov 2024

  Wholesale Business Development Manager
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  Rolec

  Nov 2024 - now

  Regional Wholesaler Business Development Manager (North West)