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Bridget Grove

@bridgetgrove

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I have a strong work ethic, the experience to work effectively towards a goal without supervision.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that offers growth opportunities and values teamwork.

Along with budget planning, brand management and margins. I have key accounts management experience and procurement experience. This includes marketing, project management and office management (recruiting and HR management) and all decision makings at many of the industries I have been with. I have moved my way up in the job market over many different industries gaining a lot of knowledge and growing from:

• internal sales to

• external,

• area sales manager,

• key accounts manager,

• sales manager,

• client success manager and even,

• project and new business development manager.

I have over 25 years of experience in the working environment, mostly involving the above mentioned criteria. Including experience with all the Microsoft programs and CRMs such as Asana, Hubspot, Monday.com and more

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Manager/Key Accounts Manager

Current

Strika Entertainment

Jun 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Responsible for managing project results, working with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Mediates between team members and stakeholders, tracks project milestones, and provides status reports. Leads and motivates project teams while ensuring effective communication with international clients.

Project Management Stakeholder Management Team Leadership Communication Problem Solving Status Reporting Change Management International Client Relations

National/International Key Account Manager

Cape Herb and Spice

May 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year 1 month)

Managed national and international accounts, focusing on budget planning, sales performance tracking, and production management. Oversaw project management and quality control of product labels while handling distribution and documentation.

Account Management Budgeting Sales Performance Management Production Management Project Management Quality Control Documentation Management Team Management Marketing

Regional Key Account Manager

Blaauwberg Meats

Nov 2015 - Apr 2017 (1 year 5 months)

Oversaw national and international accounts, focusing on budget planning, establishing new portfolios, and project management. Managed distribution coordination and sales tracking while supervising the sales team.

Account Management Budgeting Project Management Team Management

Internal Sales & Key Account Management

National Glass

Jan 2015 - Oct 2015 (9 months)

Managed key accounts, conducted stock takes, and placed national orders. Followed up on back orders and trained customers on products while handling general administration and invoicing.

dispatch management Account Management Order Placement Customer Training Administration Invoicing Performance Targeting

Sales & Office Manager

African Power Electrical Wholesalers

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

Managed office operations and sales team, liaised with clients, and arranged logistics for shipping. Handled general office duties and coordinated meetings and functions.

Office Management Sales Management Logistics Coordination Invoicing Event Coordination Team Leadership Communication

Sales Rep Team Leader/Key Accounts

Monteagle Merchandising

Sep 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 3 months)

Led a team of sales representatives, building relationships with clients and managing customer complaints. Implemented marketing promotions and oversaw label design and quality control.

Team Leadership Client Relationship Management Customer Service Marketing Order Management Quality Control

Sales Executive

Wurth South Africa

May 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 3 months)

Managed key customer accounts, ordered products, and followed up on stock. Provided training to customers and handled general administration and promotional activities.