Chris McBride

Background

About Chris McBride

An experienced sales and account management executive with a strong 25+ years commercial track-record in the travel industry. Highly successful in executing multimillion pound contract negotiations, increasing sales and revenue on a global basis in a multicultural environment. I have travelled extensively and have built up a strong network of well established contacts within the travel industry. Skills: • Excellent new business sales experience • Proven global account management experience • Managing the sales cycle from beginning to end • Outstanding negotiation skills including global contract negotiation • Effective commercial skills • Fully computer literate -(Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Office365, Salesforce.com) • Excellent leadership, communication and presentational skills • Proven ability to negotiate up to Board level • Proven ability to work well under pressure • Highly accomplished at meeting stretching sales targets – new business and account management. • Proven ability to meet tight deadlines • Highly effective management of high value budgets • People management skills • Self motivated with ability to work alone or as a team member