CHI&PartnersClient Services Director
Aug. 2012 - Aug. 2014Led a global account portfolio (£60M+ annual revenues) with a strong commercial mindset (£10M+ sales P&L responsibility) to scope, plan and deliver market-winning strategies for multiple FMCG, pharmaceutical, toy manufacturing and leisure brands. Close collaboration with global FMCG brands on new product development (innovative next generation products), go-to-market strategies, ATL (TV, radio, media and events), sponsorship, digital campaigns and consumer activation. Led multi-cultural marketing campaigns in Europe, Americas (North, South & LATAM) & APAC Region with a first to market approach for innovative products, packaging formats, merchandising, branding and trade / retail strategies. Led multi-brand portfolio strategy, multi-disciplinary team (20+ people) and profitable growth. Increased account returns (+50% for a global FMCG company) and led business development plans to win new accounts by targeting key clients (i.e. C-level presentations, sales pitches and tender negotiations).