Martin Allen
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Jack Stockley
Having worked with Martin for some years I have great pleasure in recommending him. His business acumen, high level of motivation and interpersonal skills are key to his proven track record to get the job done right. Truly professional in every aspect, Martin would be a great asset to any business.
Charley Duncan
Having previously worked with Martin I would highly recommend him ! Martin always sees the potential where others may miss it - the eye for detail and passion for job is next to none and he will always go above and beyond exceeding expectations of not only the customer but his colleagues too!
Keith Broadway C.F.S.P
Having worked with Martin in the past I always found his approach very professional, he is methodical with the way he sees things and will always offer a hand if need be.
Jack Stockley
Having worked with Martin for some years I have great pleasure in recommending him. His business acumen, high level of motivation and interpersonal skills are key to his proven track record to get the job done right. Truly professional in every aspect, Martin would be a great asset to any business.
Charley Duncan
Having previously worked with Martin I would highly recommend him ! Martin always sees the potential where others may miss it - the eye for detail and passion for job is next to none and he will always go above and beyond exceeding expectations of not only the customer but his colleagues too!
Keith Broadway C.F.S.P
Having worked with Martin in the past I always found his approach very professional, he is methodical with the way he sees things and will always offer a hand if need be.
Jack Stockley
Having worked with Martin for some years I have great pleasure in recommending him. His business acumen, high level of motivation and interpersonal skills are key to his proven track record to get the job done right. Truly professional in every aspect, Martin would be a great asset to any business.
Charley Duncan
Having previously worked with Martin I would highly recommend him ! Martin always sees the potential where others may miss it - the eye for detail and passion for job is next to none and he will always go above and beyond exceeding expectations of not only the customer but his colleagues too!
Keith Broadway C.F.S.P
Having worked with Martin in the past I always found his approach very professional, he is methodical with the way he sees things and will always offer a hand if need be.
Jack Stockley
Having worked with Martin for some years I have great pleasure in recommending him. His business acumen, high level of motivation and interpersonal skills are key to his proven track record to get the job done right. Truly professional in every aspect, Martin would be a great asset to any business.
Charley Duncan
Having previously worked with Martin I would highly recommend him ! Martin always sees the potential where others may miss it - the eye for detail and passion for job is next to none and he will always go above and beyond exceeding expectations of not only the customer but his colleagues too!
Keith Broadway C.F.S.P
Having worked with Martin in the past I always found his approach very professional, he is methodical with the way he sees things and will always offer a hand if need be.
Experience
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Cedabond
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United Kingdom
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Dec 2020 - Present
cedabond established in 1977 - representing most of the major suppliers and maunfacturers from across the UK catering equipment supply industry - supporting realtionships between dealers / manufacturers and suppliers - improving cashflow and the ability to offer competitive pricing - always on hand for advice and direction if needed - the organisation aims to continually give something back to the membership. cedabond established in 1977 - representing most of the major suppliers and maunfacturers from across the UK catering equipment supply industry - supporting realtionships between dealers / manufacturers and suppliers - improving cashflow and the ability to offer competitive pricing - always on hand for advice and direction if needed - the organisation aims to continually give something back to the membership.
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Deputy Manager
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Sep 2020 - Nov 2020
Deputy manager at the Covid test centre in Stafford responsible for the infrastructure of the site and day to day running of all key aspects of the facility- working with a great team of people who ensure the smooth running of the site and to help with support for the 3 mobile teams that operate at various locations running out of the Stafford test centre. Deputy manager at the Covid test centre in Stafford responsible for the infrastructure of the site and day to day running of all key aspects of the facility- working with a great team of people who ensure the smooth running of the site and to help with support for the 3 mobile teams that operate at various locations running out of the Stafford test centre.
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Commercial catering equipment specialist with 30 + years experience in the industry.
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Jan 2014 - Aug 2020
First Choice is the UK's premier one stop shop supplier of spare parts to the food service equipment industry - now owned by Americas number 1 supplier of OEM catering equipment spares ( PartsTown) based in Chicago - the last few years has seen continued expansion and development within the business - my role is to look at new opportunities and by working closely with our customers and senior management to ensure a swift and successful route to market. First Choice is the UK's premier one stop shop supplier of spare parts to the food service equipment industry - now owned by Americas number 1 supplier of OEM catering equipment spares ( PartsTown) based in Chicago - the last few years has seen continued expansion and development within the business - my role is to look at new opportunities and by working closely with our customers and senior management to ensure a swift and successful route to market.
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Ambach
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Italy
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Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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UK Country Manager
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Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
Full responsibility for the companies products in the UK market. Full responsibility for the companies products in the UK market.
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General Manager
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Mar 2011 - Apr 2012
Responsibility for the day to day running of the companies sales operation in the UK. Responsibility for the day to day running of the companies sales operation in the UK.
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Blue Seal Ltd
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Canada
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Oil and Gas
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General Manager - Company Secretary
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Oct 1984 - Feb 2011
During 12 great years with the company as UK General manager the company was taken through a period of significant growth and profitability, this enabled the Blue Seal brand to become a serious contender and first choice for many of the countries leading distributors. I was responsible for the entire UK operation involving all aspects of strategic planning - distribution, budgetary requirements, marketing and sales management. During 12 great years with the company as UK General manager the company was taken through a period of significant growth and profitability, this enabled the Blue Seal brand to become a serious contender and first choice for many of the countries leading distributors. I was responsible for the entire UK operation involving all aspects of strategic planning - distribution, budgetary requirements, marketing and sales management.
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ARM Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Agricultural Engineer
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Nov 1978 - Oct 1984
General engineering duties including – Tool making – welding – machine setting and operating - also working with the local Farming community. General engineering duties including – Tool making – welding – machine setting and operating - also working with the local Farming community.
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Education
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1980 - 1982
Stafford College
General mechanical and engineering NVQ, Engineering -
1973 - 1978
Aelfgar comprehensive
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