Darryn Currin
@darryncurrin
Business analyst and market research professional with 10+ years translating data into strategic decisions.
What I'm looking for
I am a business professional with 10+ years' experience in market research, business analysis, and account management across APAC and Africa. I specialize in data collection, consumer insights, competitive analysis and translating findings into actionable recommendations that support strategic decision-making and business growth.
I've led CRM and ERP initiatives, managed cross-border implementations, and supported financial operations and reporting using tools like Xero, SQL and Power BI. I deliver stakeholder-aligned insights, manage teams, and drive process improvements to increase operational efficiency and commercial outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Administrator
Garcia Plumbing & Gas
Mar 2025 - Present (9 months)
Manage end-to-end invoicing, Xero reconciliations, supplier invoice reconciliation and debt collection to maintain accurate accounts payable and support cash flow reporting across time zones.
Office Manager
Garcia Plumbing & Gas
Mar 2024 - Jan 2025 (10 months)
Managed financial processes including Xero reconciliations, invoicing and debt collection; conducted competitor research and coordinated job scheduling in Simpro to improve operational efficiency.
Led marketing initiatives and CRM/JD Edwards management, analysed market trends in industrial gases to identify opportunities and delivered market share analysis to inform strategy and leadership decisions.
Conducted market trend and competitor analysis, supported targeted lead generation and managed CRM development and reporting to inform the sales pipeline and executive decision-making.
Strategic Account Manager
Mymarket.com
Nov 2011 - Jun 2015 (3 years 7 months)
Gathered and analysed client requirements, produced functional/technical documentation and managed end-to-end client onboarding, training and post-implementation support to drive system adoption.
Team Leader – Help Desk
Mymarket.com
Feb 2011 - Jun 2011 (4 months)
Led a team of three consultants, managed performance and improved support workflows while delivering client training to enhance system use and satisfaction.
Operations Support Consultant
Mymarket.com
Aug 2008 - Jan 2011 (2 years 5 months)
Provided technical support and resolved client system issues, maintaining high client satisfaction through responsive problem-solving and system maintenance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of Marketing Management (IMM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management, Marketing Management
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management (NQF8) focusing on advanced marketing strategy and management practices.
Institute of Marketing Management (IMM)
Diploma in Marketing Management, Marketing Management
Completed a Diploma in Marketing Management (NQF7) covering core marketing principles and practical applications.
Unknown Secondary School
Grade 12, Secondary Education
Completed Grade 12 (South African National Senior Certificate) in 2006.
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