Kyle Dillon
Brand Manager
Centurion
Summary
I am committed and driven to succeed in everything I do. I love working with people and disciplined enough to work alone without supervision. I am young, Strong, Driven, Confident and have a good mind-set in life with a large amount of passion and consideration with attention to detail and perfection. My personal goal is to become part of a successful company that can offer me stability and security in turn for my commitment, hard work, and dedication. I work well with others with great communication and team working skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Brand Manager
Planetworld
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed branding campaigns to educate target audiences on product features, benefits and values.
- Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
- Spearheaded strategic brand plans for multiple product lines to increase market share and brand awareness.
- Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
- Organized and delivered training sessions for new product content and technological advancements.
- Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies to promote brand effectiveness and highlight product benefits.
- Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
- Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
Business Development Manager
Planetworld
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
- Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
- Collaborated with advertising group to create uniformity between advertising messages and retail incentives.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
External Sales Representative
Planetworld
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
- Established a trusted advisor status among existing clients leading them to refer new business opportunities regularly.
- Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns, and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.
- Assisted clients throughout sales process and provided after-sales support to assess satisfaction and resolve problems.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Streamlined communication between internal departments which improved efficiency of order processing.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized attention to individual needs and concerns.
External Sales Representative
Radionic Distributers
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
- Established a trusted advisor status among existing clients leading them to refer new business opportunities regularly.
- Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns, and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.
- Assisted clients throughout sales process and provided after-sales support to assess satisfaction and resolve problems.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Streamlined communication between internal departments which improved efficiency of order processing.
Sales Manager
Imation
03.2015 - 07.2018
- Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
- Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Damelin
Durban 04.2001 -
Diploma - Sound Technology
Damelin
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Marketing Plan Development
Sales Support
Strategic Marketing
Agency Management
Team Collaboration
Brand Promotion
Written Communication
Marketing campaigns
Social Media Campaigns
Corporate Communication
Additional Information
References:
- Richard Vaughan – 0790234860
- Justin Fothergill – +447961277395
- Christy Lee Van Wyk - 0836355656
Golf, Fishing
I truly enjoy playing Golf and Fishing, it gives me a sense of calm and excitement that i need to fulfill my successful life choices
Timeline
Brand Manager
Planetworld
03.2024 - Current
Business Development Manager
Planetworld
03.2023 - 03.2024
External Sales Representative
Planetworld
02.2020 - 02.2023
External Sales Representative
Radionic Distributers
08.2018 - 02.2020
Sales Manager
Imation
03.2015 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Damelin
04.2001 -
Diploma - Sound Technology
Damelin
04.2001 -