Open to New Opportunities in Sales and Commercial Leadership
Hi Everyone,
I hope this post finds you well. Today marks my final day at De Rigo, and I am now open to new opportunities immediately. With a wealth of experience driving growth, developing teams, and optimizing multi-brand strategies, I am excited to embark on my next professional chapter.
Professional Overview: As a commercial leader, I excel in developing team talent, driving multi-brand strategies, promoting account management optimization, and improving distribution to grow market share, revenue, and profit for iconic global brands.
Key Skills & Expertise:
Commercial Leadership including P&L Management
Strategic Development & Execution
Retail & Ecommerce Champion
Promotion & Pricing Strategies
Building High-Performance Teams
Continuous Operational Improvements
Account Management
Data-Driven Solutions
Presentation & Influencing Skills
Career Highlights: Global Brand Manager - Timberland at International Luxury Group (Oct 2022 – Nov 2023)
Achieved 10.5% YOY revenue growth with top global customers.
Established new distributors in Europe, the Middle East, and the US.
Oversaw £10 million turnover against a budget of £9.5 million.
Sales Manager UK at De Rigo Ltd (Mar 2022 – Oct 2022)
Developed strategies leading to a 66% profit increase.
Expanded the UK market with new optical practices and buying groups.
Consultant at 7768 Watch Consulting (Mar 2019 – Mar 2022)
Negotiated and opened a portfolio of 75 accounts for multiple brands.
Delivered significant revenue growth and profitability for clients.
Brand Director UK at Kronaby - Sweden (Mar 2018 – Mar 2019)
Exceeded sales and GP targets with innovative product development and marketing strategies.
Achieved 64 million online views and 11% sales revenue increase through a successful digital marketing campaign.
Head of Sales Global at Larsson & Jennings (May 2017 – Mar 2018)
Increased revenue and gross profit, managing a global sales strategy.
Secured 170+ premium accounts and achieved 180% YOY sales growth in the premium sector.
Swatch Group - Brand Manager ( Oct 2000 - Aug 2010)
Established the Swatch brand into travel retail with a turnover of 8 million
Launched the private label and license division Endura
Re launch of the Hamilton watch brand after a 32 year absence achieving over 1 Million in the first year.
I am eager to bring my expertise in commercial leadership, strategic development, and sales management to a new role. If you or someone in your network is looking for a driven and results-oriented sales professional, please get in touch. I am open to opportunities across various sectors, including beauty, ecommerce, fashion, luxury, travel, and lifestyle.
Let's connect and explore how we can achieve great success together. Also any contacts please feel free to share.
Best regards,
Paul Nolan
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