
Sales Manager
Ontario, Canada

Sales Manager
Ontario, Canada
Results-driven, creative and technically minded professional Thrives in dynamic environment; adaptable to change while working well with others Expertise in automated test, electronic instrumentation and software Excellent interpersonal communication skills - written and verbal Core business areas include: - Business Development - Sales: Direct, VAR, & Channel - Product Launch - Contract Negotiations - Marketing: B2B & Technical Marketing - Technical Presentations - Electronics Engineering - Training & Development - Budgeting, P&L - Strategic Planning - Resource Management - Press & Public Relations Bryan C. Webb, BASc, P. Eng., CIM Last Updated: 2008-07-15
- Automated Test - Factory Automation - Test Instrumentation - Technical Product Marketing - Technical Sales - Business Development - Relationship Building - Competitive Analysis - Teamwork - Supply Chain Communication Collaboration Tool - LinkedIn
(Government Relations industry)
January 2009 — Present (1 year )
The NIA is a group of like-minded, Niagara-based manufacturers who have joined together to enhance local business offerings and broaden our manufacturing capabilities.
The NIA:
1) Speaks and lobbies on behalf of manufacturers located in Niagara
2) Works together to seek and create new joint business opportunities
3) Promotes partnerships between manufacturers in Niagara
As "competitors in the field and partners in the industry“, we believe that together, we can grow a successful future.
(Sole Proprietorship; Professional Training & Coaching industry)
May 2006 — Present (3 years 8 months)
★ Canada's largest executive networking group
★ Provides motivational speakers and networking workshops
★ Facilitates networking through weekly meetings and online chat group
★ Provided volunteer services as needed: Introduction, Facilitator, Speaker
★ Created and provided spreadsheets for tracking search details: "To Do List", search activities and job options (ask for a copy)
★ Co-authored and presented "LinkedIn for Success" seminars to show how to get maximum benefits from using LinkedIn for job searching (ask for a copy) - presented more than 12 times
★ HAPPEN volunteer as needed
★ HAPPEN Blog moderator for The HAPPEN Blog:
http://thehappenblog.wordpress.com
★ Twitter: http://twitter.com/BryanCWebb
(Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing industry)
July 2008 — April 2009 (10 months)
Operating since 1948, Blenkhorn and Sawle Ltd is ISO 9001:2000 registered. Switchgear & Controls - custom design, engineer, fabricate & test power distribution, protection & control equipment for industrial, utility & commercial electrical applications. Modular Buildings - prefab modular buildings which can include; products from any manufacturer; piping, electrical, HVAC & fire protection: provided by BSL unionized IBEW staff. Additional Services: Custom Fab of Enclosures & Bus for OEMs Turnkey electrical equipment solutions incorporating 3rd party equipment, and Complete Engineering Services for: Electrical, Civil Structural, Civil Mechanical. Our technically qualified professional engineers & CET's, highly experienced trade specialists & knowledgeable office staff are committed to providing our customers, partners & suppliers total power solutions with superior results.
(Marketing and Advertising industry)
September 2004 — July 2008 (3 years 11 months)
Contract technical product marketing & business development
Machine Vision:
★ Goal: new markets for visual inspection srvc provider; got 4 new opps in solar cells/panel, contact lens, coins & MEMS
★ Competitive analysis, demographic studies, collated buying trends & devised strategies to boost profile/generate more $s
★ Submitted comprehensive reports to sr mgmt to optimize performance & penetrate new markets
Supply Chain Collaboration SW ($50K - $250K):
★ Goal: Biz Development
★ Provided marketing advice & telemarketing scripting
★ Set meetings w/ companies exceeding $25M in revenue
★ Reviewed/enhanced presentation mtls
Other assignments:
★ Evaluated/revamped foreign-created 6 sigma PPT training program, customized/clarified mtl to meet needs for NA & global markets
★ Presented multiple times & co-authored "LinkedIn for Success" for HAPPEN & others
★ Presented/sold e-courses for WHMIS Training
(Privately Held; Information Technology and Services industry)
May 2000 — October 2003 (3 years 6 months)
★ Instrumental in creating & delivering marketing initiatives & strategies to build foundation for an 50% sales elevation in 3 years for automotive crash test company supplying services to Tier I, II, & III automotive companies
★ Pivotal in transitioning product line from systems integrator into commercialised automotive testing company
★ Redesigned the logo, brand & various marketing collateral in print/web format creating consistent message
★ Represented company across Europe & Asia at trade shows, conferences & potential client meetings
★ Authored & presented technical papers on airbag/seatbelt testing at global trade shows
★ Sourced & contracted agents/distributors in USA, Brazil, Europe & China; wrote & negotiated contracts, facilitated technical training sessions to new reps
★ Managed product launches & roll-outs for customers & employees; devised technical curriculum & presented training seminars in ATE, imaging/imager control, test & measurement & data acquisition
(Public Company; 1-10 employees; Computer Software industry)
1999 — 1999 (less than a year)
* Created and executed the sales strategies for a start-up manufacturer of shop floor automation system (MES) software.
* Captured significant interest from predetermined target accounts in electronic and medical manufacturing sectors, increasing leads by 45%, boosting sales forecast by 30% in 3 months.
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing industry)
July 1991 — January 1999 (7 years 7 months)
* Propelled sales of electronic instrument control, data acquisition, motion, imaging & programming tools by 42%, exceeding quota by 29% in 1st 6 months in San Jose
* Co-established Canadian sales functions; devised sales & marketing strategies to compete with well-known global brands including Agilent & Tektronix
* Prepared & presented technical seminars on Industrial Automation, Imaging, VXI, T&M, DAQ & LabVIEW & LabWindows/CVI programming
* Conceived, established, & inaugurated National Instrument SV Alliance group, like-minded & skilled professionals to collaborate & network in Silicon Valley to share common interests, concerns, potential leads & preparation of joint initiatives to capture new business
* Received “Circle of Excellence” award for consistently exceeding sales goals
* Provided ongoing product, marketing & sales support to distributors & system integrators
* Acted as prime resource for disseminating company info to Canadian media & answering questions
(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Marketing and Advertising industry)
1989 — 1991 (2 years )
* Provided expertise, guidance and support to various test & measurement firms on marketing initiatives.
* For example: Analysed Korean-made instrumentation with a view to importing the products.
-- Evaluated electronic T&M instruments for performance to specifications, quality, usability, reliability and repairability.
-- Conducted marketing analysis, prepared a strategic marketing and sales plan, compiling a report to the company’s President recommending not proceeding with importation.
(Public Company; 501-1000 employees; Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing industry)
1985 — 1989 (4 years )
* Rapidly promoted 3 times to become accountable for all business operations of the $4,500,000/annum company with 18 staff (technical/service, inside & outside sales, administrative).
* Boosted sales by 30%, market share by 10% and profit by 5% despite a shrinking and highly competitive T&M electronics and PC equipment rental/leasing business sector.
* Instrumental in devising and executing tactical plans that reduced the inventory by $2,000,000 without a noticeable effect on customer delivery.
* Uncovered and resolved income statement discrepancies; reducing operating costs by 25%.
* Parent US company was purchased by Ford.
Canadian Institute of Management program 1986 — 1990
Engineering , Electronics, Mgmt Sci , 1969 — 1974
IPSC, Good Wines (bold reds or buttery whites, preferably under $15), Digital Photography, Professional Networking, International Travel, Bowling
PEO (since 1974), Niagara Industrial Association (Board of Directors). Peel Mentoring Partnership - mentoring new professional Canadians, Mankind Project (MKP): Windsor/Detroit Chapter (www.mkp.org), HAPPEN/Burlington: Professional Networking Group, BNI-Niagara (Membership Committee, VP), ExecuNet/Toronto
- WHMIS Level 1 Certification
- Defensive Driving
- "Networker of the Month" @ BNI, Nov 2005
- "Circle of Excellence" - National Instruments