Paul Smallwood
Mountmellick,Laois
Summary
I am a dependable, honest and trustworthy employee. Experienced and driven Sales Representative with a proven track record of exceeding goals and increasing sales volume and company presence. Bringing forth the ability to develop and implement winning business plans that lead to increased sales. Bringing forth a passion for décor and an eye for achieving the ultimate "wow" factor for interior spaces. Sales is where I feel I really belong and is where I am most comfortable. It comes natural to me as a people person and I find it more of a hobby than a job.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Executive Customer Account Manager
Powerscreen Ireland
Tyrone, Northern Ireland
2025.01 - Current
- Developed accurate sales forecasts for improved strategic planning.
- Implemented cost reduction measures, reduced overhead expenses.
- Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts to secure long-term client commitment.
- Engaged target audience to build strong brand loyalty.
- Achieved high sales targets through effective product demonstrations and knowledge sharing.
Spare Parts Sales
Powerscreen Ireland
Mountmellick, Laois
2022.02 - 2025.01
- Maximised sales volumes and margins with stringent cost control and strategic purchasing.
- Negotiated fair prices on new and used parts for enhanced profit potential.
- Maintained adequate stock levels to prevent delays in repair tasks.
- Fostered strong relationships with suppliers for better price negotiations and delivery terms.
- Prioritised urgent orders, reducing downtime for customers' machinery or vehicles.
- Consistently hit monthly sales targets each month within the company.
- Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing customers
Painter and Decorator
Gavin Kavanagh P&D
Portarlington
2020.02 - 2022.01
- This being my second job in the painting industry I was a little more advanced and was able to complete small jobs by myself for the few months I was here until Covid came along
Senior Sales Executive
Billsave
Newbridge, Kildare
2018.12 - 2020.02
- As sales advisor for my Billsave my role involved mainly door to door sales
- The goal every week was to ensure myself and the team all made our weekly sales target
- This was one of the most mentally challenging roles as the job comes with a lot of rejection, nevertheless after three short months I was promoted to senior sales advisor
- This meant it was my responsibility to train in all new employees in the art of selling, product knowledge and to make sure they were hitting there weekly target
- Four months after this I placed fourth in the company's yearly sales competition
- I was awarded a trip to Barcelona along with the other top sellers
- I held the record for the most sales in a day in my hub in Newbridge
Painter and Decorator
CPD
Mountmellick
2017.04 - 2018.11
- As a first year apprentice to this firm my duties consisted of making sure all surfaces were prepared correctly and ready to paint
- I made sure all equipment was left clean and tidy and the store organised
- After the first few months I began to paint and finish walls which I took pride in
General Operative
Kaymed
Kilcullen
2015.07 - 2017.02
- I worked in the logistics department Monday to Friday
- The majority of my day was spent putting together orders, organising and dispatching products and loading and unloading trailers
- I was selected to train in new employees in the dispatch department
- This consisted of enforcing health and safety regulations inside the warehouse
- I made my self available for over time every week
Education
Leaving cert -
Mountmellick Community School
Mountmellick 2015.03 - 2021.03
Skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Computer Skills
- Fast Learner
- Communication skills
- Inventory management
- Persuasive sales approach
Timeline
Senior Executive Customer Account Manager
Powerscreen Ireland
2025.01 - Current
Spare Parts Sales
Powerscreen Ireland
2022.02 - 2025.01
Painter and Decorator
Gavin Kavanagh P&D
2020.02 - 2022.01
Senior Sales Executive
Billsave
2018.12 - 2020.02
Painter and Decorator
CPD
2017.04 - 2018.11
General Operative
Kaymed
2015.07 - 2017.02
Leaving cert -
Mountmellick Community School
2015.03 - 2021.03