Murray Stewart

Background

About Murray Stewart

PERSONAL PROFILE A Commercial/ Operations Director with excellent knowledge of all aspects of business in a range of companies from start ups to international organisations wishes to use his expertise in a senior role, identifying problems, resolving issues and developing companies. SKILLS PROFILE Problem Solving/Implementing Change Stimulated by the challenge of continual improvement through Skills and customer service. Identifying problems, solving them in such a way that changes are successfully implemented and the overall performance of the company improved. Recognises the need for solutions to be monitored to ensure that the changes are permanent and effective. Has extensive sales and Operational Experience. Business Acumen Started first business at the age of 25. This required determination, focus and an ability to learn from your mistakes. Built up a successful business which was sold at a profit 3 years later. Track record of turning round operations resulted in being head hunted to re-structure 7 businesses for GE Capital. Negotiating/Selling Excellent negotiating skills whether dealing with customers, staff, or contractors. An early, very successful career in sales has also added invaluable all round experience. Management of sales people has been a part of the roles held. People Management Skilled at recognising potential in people and developing it but also skilled at identifying problems and poor performers and finding ways of developing them. Recognises the need to have a well motivated and well led work force through running own business and managing people at a high level.