Steve Graham

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ABOUT STEVE GRAHAM

Highly motivated Sales Director with 25 years of experience driving commercial performance, most notably within the horticultural industry. Commands sound experience of implementing strategies and procedures to meet company objectives, and is passionate about delivering first class client service and promoting a positive team spirit within the work place.With strong expertise in retail sales, account acquisition, operations management, and leadership, my key competencies include, but are not limited to;• Horticultural Industry Sales Management: Highly competent and knowledgeable Sales Director with 25 years experience in managing the commercial success of Rigby Taylor Ltd. Passionate about delivering high standards across the board, ensuring company objectives are consistently met through strategy and sales management.• Strategic Problem Solving and Planning: Innovative and proactive planner with astute problem solving skills. Able to successfully formulate solutions and strategies to ensure company objectives are met through ensuring adequate policies and procedures are in place across all business functions.• Team Working: Effectively able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative. Possesses a hands-on approach, enjoys being part of a strong team and being able to contribute knowledge and experience to colleagues. • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Commands exceptional people skills and relationship management. Ability to analyse results and clearly present findings when it comes to suggesting improvements and making recommendations to seniors on how best to improve service and productivity.• Management and Leadership: Renowned as a pro-active leader with the aptitude to manage multi-site teams and ability to promote organisational values and brand standards across all levels. Knowledgeable of associated HR requirements and effective performance management processes.