Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
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ALEXANDER HINKSON

ALEXANDER HINKSON

Squamish,BC

Summary

Sales Manager with a strong history of driving growth at Squamish Bike Shop through innovative marketing strategies and superior customer engagement. Skilled in sales forecasting and negotiation, established key client relationships that enhanced loyalty and retention while optimizing financial performance. Committed to achieving goals and promoting team success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Squamish Bike Shop
Squamish, BC
05.2023 - Current
  • Drove company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales initiatives.
  • Developed comprehensive sales plans, strategies, and objectives to achieve revenue targets.
  • Established relationships with key clients to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Monitored industry trends to refine sales strategies and maintain competitiveness.
  • Managed budget allocations for sales resources to optimize financial efficiency.
  • Provided technical support to customers, addressing inquiries on product features.
  • Established new accounts while servicing existing ones to uphold professional relationships.
  • Formulated pricing strategies that maximized profits and maintained market competitiveness.

Photographer

alexhinksonphotography
Squamish, BC
01.2020 - Current
  • Executed diverse photography assignments, capturing high-quality images for various client projects.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in traditional and digital photography techniques and principles.
  • Managed setup and operation of studio and location lighting systems to enhance image quality.
  • Utilized Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Lightroom for efficient post-production editing.
  • Operated multiple digital cameras and lenses to ensure optimal image capture.
  • Planned and organized all aspects of on-location and studio shoots for seamless execution.
  • Edited and retouched photographs using advanced software tools to meet client expectations.

Highschool MTB Program Instructor

SD 48 /Howe Sound Secondary school
Squamish, BC
09.2013 - 05.2024
  • Inspired local youth by coaching in the mountain bike community to achieve personal goals.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks for timely assignment completion.
  • Enhanced students' mountain biking techniques and understanding through focused coaching.
  • Developed tailored training programs to boost student athletes' skills and performance.
  • Served as a compassionate coach, motivating goal achievement among young bikers.

Sales Associate

Corsa Cycles
Squamish, BC
05.2017 - 05.2023
  • Managed store operations, opening and closing shop while maintaining accurate register counts.
  • Assigned tasks to associates, tracked progress, and updated store manager on status.
  • Developed marketing programs that increased company exposure, customer traffic, and sales.
  • Grew Instagram followers from 1,000 to 2,161 in eight months through strategic content execution.

DFX Program Coach

Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler, BC
05.2012 - 09.2017
  • Recommended merchandise based on child needs and preferences, ensuring appropriate equipment availability.
  • Engaged parents with sincerity and friendliness to foster strong relationships.
  • Taught children skills to enhance riding abilities and create memorable experiences.
  • Served as guest coach at Summer Gravity Camp, providing expert guidance to participants.

Education

High School Diploma -

Squamish
Squamish
05.2012

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Negotiation skills
  • Goal setting
  • Vendor management
  • Problem solving
  • Negotiation skills
  • Goal setting
  • Vendor management

References

  • Joel, Harwood, joel@blueprintathletedevelopment.com, 604-849-1489, Howe sound secondary / Blue print athlete development
  • Nick, Morgan, nickm@corsacycles.com, 604-892-3331, Corsa Cycles

Hobbies and Interests

Mountain Biking, skiing, surfing, photography and generally anything outdoors.

LINKS

Alex Hinkson Photography

Timeline

Sales Manager

Squamish Bike Shop
05.2023 - Current

Photographer

alexhinksonphotography
01.2020 - Current

Sales Associate

Corsa Cycles
05.2017 - 05.2023

Highschool MTB Program Instructor

SD 48 /Howe Sound Secondary school
09.2013 - 05.2024

DFX Program Coach

Whistler Blackcomb
05.2012 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Squamish
ALEXANDER HINKSON