Christopher Collings

Email: abqqfn@r.postjobfree.com

Address: ** ***** ****

City: Marion

State: MA

Zip: 02738

Country: USA

Phone: 508-***-****

Skill Level: Director

Salary Range: $120,000

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SALES EXECUTIVE WITH PM BACKGROUND

Christopher Collings

Marion, MA

cell) 774-***-**** hm) 508-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A veteran of the marine trades with experience in light manufacturing, product development and business management. I have traveled extensively (domestic and international) and have an extraordinary background including work with international vendors and clients, as well as coordinating OEM equipment contracts and overseeing on time product realization.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Jan 2009 - present: Safe Roof Systems Inc Mattapoisett, MA

Sales&Marketing

* Direct sales and marketing strategies for manufacturer of facilities monitoring, maintenance, and repair products.

* Identify and qualify new markets and package products to meet changing client requirements.

* Program lead in development of roof deflection monitoring equipment utilizing IR sensor technology

Feb 2001- Dec 2008: Imtra Corporation New Bedford, MA

Product Manager - Custom Equipment

* Develop and direct multiple product categories including; anchor windlasses systems (Muir Windlasses), passerelles and deck crane systems (Besenzoni Spa), and windshield wiper products (Exalto) in the USA.

* Identify new product requirements in sectors and coordinate with marketing department to launch new products.

* Coordinate product development and realization process between boat builders and foreign and domestic equipment manufacturers.

* Negotiate equipment contracts with customers and vendors.

* Manage inventory of equipment delivers for OEM builders.

* Develop installation guides and service standards for customers and service agents.

* Coordinate and host technical training and sales clinics at manufacturing facilities in Italy and USA for salesmen and independent service technicians.

* Mentor and advise salesmen and independent representatives.

1991-2001 Quantum/Thurston Sails East Greenwich, RI

Sail designer/operations manager

* Operated sail-making business in East Greenwich, Rhode Island.

* Designed sails for custom cruising and racing sailboats with CAD software programs. Built sails and instructed customers in their operation to achieve maximum performance

* Negotiated the franchise agreement between a 3 generation family owned business and a national franchise (Quantum Sail Design Group).

1988-1990 Thurston Sails Bristol, Rhode Island

Sail designer/operations manager

* Sail designer and floor manager

EDUCATION

1983-1987 The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio

BA, Anthropology

Co-majors Foundry Sciences and Fine Arts-sculpture, and a minor in computer programming

Apprentice sail designer (part-time) in the Columbus Sail loft of Greg Fisher; sailed competitively on Lake Erie

1981-1982 Castleton State College Castleton, Vermont

Fine arts, specializing in sculpture and metals casting

1980-1981 The Landing School Kennebunkport, Maine

Degree in Boat Design and Construction

MENTORING AND SERVICE

* Mentor to the Junior Robotics program for Middle School boys and girls in Marion.

* Chairman of the July 4 Planning Committee, Marion, MA.

* Rhode Island Marine Trade Association (RIMTA)- Board Member representing marine manufactures throughout Rhode Island (1994-2001

PERSONAL DETAILS, INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES

Born in New Zealand in 1961, and holds dual New Zealand/US citizenship. Married and the father of two children (currently enrolled in Marion, MA schools)

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