Barry O’Mahony
Churchfield
Summary
Dynamic Bathware Category Manager/Buyer Specialist with a proven track record at Right Price Tiles Group, enhancing sales by 50% through innovative product lines and sharp negotiation skills. Excelled in developing selling strategies and staff training, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and a knack for category growth.eam leadership.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Bathware Category Manager /Buyer Specialist
Right Price Tiles Group
06.2021 - Current
- Increased sales in Bathware category by 50% over 3 years.
- Created innovative Bathware product lines with current suppliers.
- Negotiated pricing and contracts with suppliers to maximize profits.
- Reviewed competitor activity in order to stay ahead of industry changes.
- Revamped Bathware displays across 27 retail locations.
- Introduced a Training and Development program for sales staff.
- Developed effective sales plans for surplus inventory.
Senior Sales Executive
City Tiles & Bathrooms
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Working as part of the sales team to develop both new and existing customers.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively in Cork.
- Achieving and exceeding monthly sales targets
- Responsible for maintaining store displays and pricing.
SHOWROOM SALES MANAGER
B&Q
Cork
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Manager of the Bathrooms, Kitchens and Bedrooms Department, responsible for driving sales and ensuring that the highest level of customer service is given at all times
- Set and exceeded sales target by 114%
- Managed sales team to number 1 in the country out of 9 stores, achieving highest LFL growth in the ROI Region
- Took the initiative to completely revamp the showrooms in the store, delivering on-time and within a very tight budget
- Involved in hiring and training of staff, along with appraisals and HR duties
- Setting KPIs and maintaining high levels of quality
- No.1 in sales in Ireland in 2014 & 2015 and achieving highest LFL Growth in ROI Region
- Developed Trade customers by establishing strong business relationships with Builders, Fitters and developers etc
- Exceeded sales target 3 years in a row
STORE MANAGER
Arctic Spas Home & Garden Superstore
Cork
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Store Manager with JFT Distribution/Arctic Home & Garden, managing 21 staff across 3 separate businesses
- Achieved No.1 sales with a group of 5 stores for 4 years running
- Responsible for all marketing and advertising duties
- Managed weekly and monthly budgets
- Selling high ticket leisure products
- Sunbeds to the beauty sector and Garden furniture, Hot Tubs, log cabins, Saunas and Bathrooms to retailers
- Managed 2 successful sales teams, one retail and one telesales
- Oversaw a move to larger premises
- Dealing with a diverse range of clients and tailoring agreements
- Attending trade shows and exhibitions when required
- Achieved No.1 sales with a group of 5 stores for 4 years running
- Took the company from start-up to a turnover of €3.8 million within 2 years
TRAINING CO-ORDINATOR
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC
Cork
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Worked on the training and co-ordination of all training on the manufacturing shop floor, and supervision of manufacturing the assembly of medical devices across multiple lines
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
New York Institute Of Technology
NYCSkills
- Deep Bathroom & Plumbing product knowledge
- Developing selling and marketing strategies and initiatives
- Category development and growth
- Pricing and Negotiation
- Training & development of Staff
- Proven experience in launching new product lines
- Excellent attention to detail
Timeline
Bathware Category Manager /Buyer Specialist
Right Price Tiles Group
06.2021 - Current
Senior Sales Executive
City Tiles & Bathrooms
06.2016 - 06.2021
SHOWROOM SALES MANAGER
B&Q
01.2008 - 01.2016
STORE MANAGER
Arctic Spas Home & Garden Superstore
01.2003 - 01.2008
TRAINING CO-ORDINATOR
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC
01.2000 - 01.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
New York Institute Of Technology
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