Richard Ryder
Sales and Marketing Manager, Arcom
Brzesko / Poland
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About me
I am a reliable and consistent person, always precise in fulfilling my duties as well as having varied and extensive professional and personal skills.
In addition, I am helpful, communicative and dynamic.
I like challenges and constantly look for new and better ways of doing things. I never give up on a task, and always strive to see things through to a successful conclusion.
I have extensive experience in most popular programmes including Word, Excel and Adobe as well as web content management and HTML. My previous positions include working as an EFL teacher, site manager, company director and automotive salesman. My professional experience encompasses managing small teams, project management, the efficient management of medium to large sales projects and the implementation of cost effective solutions.
Education
University of Cambridge 2002 - 2002
Jagiellonian University 2001 - 2002
Polish Language
Jagiellonian University 2001 - 2002
Polish History
Jagiellonian University 2001 - 2002
Contemporay Poland
Jagiellonian University 2001 - 2002
Aftermath of Communism and the great breakthough
Great West London College 2000 - 2000
PC maintenance and repair
College Of North West London 1982 - 1986
Advanced Technical
Experience
Sales and Marketing Manager, Arcom 03/2015 - current
In charge of selling, directing and distributing Arcom products for the UK. Working on bespoke projects aimed at specific branches of the UK market. Setting goals and establishing training programmes for sales representatives. Meeting customers, analysing sales statistics and determining sales potential and inventory requirements. Monitoring the preferences of Arcom's customers.
Proof Reader and English Language Advisor, AGH University of Science and Technology 03/2012 - 03/2015
Proof reading of all AGH internationally published journals related to Mining, Engineering, reclamation projects, roads and construction from 2012 to 2015. Providing advice on most appropriate terms and phrases to be used in each case.
Marketing Communications and Beauty Science Expert., Amway 06/2012 - 02/2015
Responsible for online updates, web page management, first point of contact for UK affiliate, Project management, product launches, pricing, price lists, proof reading of all UK material and all communications to the UK. During my time at Amway, responsible for Nutrition, Home and Beauty product lines. In depth knowledge of Beauty and Nutrition products. As Beauty science expert, responsible for all UK tickets from first level, extensive product knowledge as well as excellent time management and organisational skills.
English Language Teacher, Gama College of English 02/2012 - 06/2012
Teaching adults and children whose first or main language is not English. Tasks included monitoring progress, preparing tests attending meetings and sourcing material in the target language.
English Language Teacher, Lingualand 02/2012 - 05/2012
Site Manager, Richardson Roofing 08/2010 - 12/2011
Overseeing all site activities. Supervising up to 20 tradesmen working on site including carrying out inductions, health and safety training and public awareness. Responsible for ordering all material, overseeing work standards. Liaising with supervisors and architects as well as involvement in designing and trouble shooting.
Citroen Sales Executive, Marshall Motor Group 01/2010 - 08/2010
Citroen Sales Executive. Responsible for new car sales, customer support, logistics, accident repair, vehicle finance and forecourt used vehicles. Extensive product knowledge. Extensive B to B partnership experience.