Dean Smith

A results-driven manager and problem solver equipped with the ability to cultivate strong teams that are committed to excellence. Adept in building customer relationships through independent decision-making and sound judgment for maximum success. Empowered employees by utilising training and monitoring morale-boosting skills alongside leadership & supervisory approaches across operational and sales forces, all while consistently meeting company objectives under harsh working conditions. I thrive off using my lateral thinking to elevate the company's brand identity effectively.

• Creates and implements successful sales and marketing strategies regardless of scale and budget. Excels at maximising profits within limited budgets. Performs market research, develops strategic reports and organises and promotes successful marketing campaigns. Aggressively pursues new sales leads resulting in high sales close rate. Understands the importance of working with customers and other executives and keeping staff informed and motivated.
• Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering an exceptional record of achievement over a 12-year career. Tenacious manager with a strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalising on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.

• I implemented a restructuring of their sales and marketing practices, transitioning to an inbound methodology, Costa Lambrianos Group dramatically improved their sales and marketing practices with an immediate boost to their bottom line.
• Was a key player in developing the vast majority of Costa Lambrianos Group's portfolio, I had considerable influence on their expansive range and services.
• Crafted and developed a distinguished corporate identity for Costa Lambrianos Group's products, unifying them under one iconic brand.
• Through effective management and strategic planning, I brought consumable filling operations in-house - resulting in increased operational efficiency while saving the company nearly R1000000.00 annually!
• Implemented a revolutionary printing solution that made us one of the standout products amongst our competition, becoming an integral part of our group's lineup. With this offering, we were able to set ourselves apart as a unique leader in the industry.
• I successfully launched one of the nation's first B2B online shops. With this venture, they have revolutionised how businesses can easily purchase cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Founded both Click Clean and The Washroom Company, both progressive and innovative companies in the cleaning and Hygiene industry.
• The group soared to new heights after I spearheaded the innovation of the groundbreaking "Flexi System," which enabled smooth cross-compatibility between three major product lines and unrivalled versatility in dispenser usage. This tool swiftly established the group as a top leader within their industry.

Junior Managment and Supervisor Development