alex singh

I’m a results-driven sales professional with over a decade of success driving revenue growth across competitive markets. Combining scientific understanding with a consultative, solutions-focused sales approach. Recognised for my proactive and ambitious mindset, I thrive in dynamic environments where I can generate new opportunities, lead tender-based sales processes, and deliver tailored solutions that create measurable commercial impact. Passionate about science and innovation, I’m motivated to progress into a leadership role within the life sciences industry.

Portfolio Manager (Contract role)

HSK Property Management, Bradford 

September 2025 - Present                                                                                                          

• Managing a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties, overseeing tenant relations, lease agreements, and renewals, ensuring high occupancy rates to maximise client satisfaction.
• Conducting market research and property performance analysis to identify opportunities for acquisitions and sales to support strategic portfolio growth.

Sabattical/Personal Development Year

September 2024 - September 2025

• Planned a 12-month sabbatical to travel the world, which greatly expanded my resilience, adaptability, cultural awareness, and problem-solving skills. This experience provided me with a fresh perspective and renewed outlook on client management and business development.

Business Development Manager

Campden BRI, Chipping Campden

January 2022 - August 2024                                                                                            

• Delivered £3.5M in annual revenue against a £2.5M target by managing a portfolio of key accounts and building long-term strategic partnerships with leading retailers, manufacturers, and ingredient suppliers across the food and beverage sector.
• Developed and executed a go-to-market strategy to drive growth in a previously untapped geographical market, generating £800K of new business and securing 10 new clients within 12 months.
• Generated leads through targeted outreach, including cold calling, networking, and industry exhibitions, creating a strong and sustainable sales pipeline.
• Delivered tailored proposals and negotiated commercial agreements to C-suite and technical stakeholders for complex laboratory testing and research services, exceeding annual sales targets by 150%
• Collaborated with scientific and technical teams to design bespoke client solutions, ensuring alignment between technical capability and customer requirements - Securing a 700K multi-service contract, resulting in cross-selling technical services into 8 new departments across the business.

Account Manager         

The Kerfoot Group, Northallerton

August 2018 - January 2022                                                                                     

• Managed a portfolio of the Top 20 UK and Export accounts across both food and cosmetic sectors, achieving a 175% increase in sales by growing gross margin from £400K to £1.1M over three years.
• Identified new business opportunities within existing client accounts through sales performance analysis and regular strategic review meetings — including the up-sell of a key account from 2 SKUs to 18 SKUs, resulting in a 400% increase in gross margin.
• Represented the company at trade shows and customer site visits, effectively promoting service capabilities and strengthening brand reputation.

Account Manager

Stephenson Group, Leeds

May 2017 - August 2018

• Managed a diverse portfolio of client accounts, driving revenue growth across the UK, European, and Asia-Pacific markets, and achieving a 100% client retention rate over a 15-month period.
• Conducted market and competitor analysis to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic sales planning.
• Served as the primary client contact, ensuring responsive communication, proactive problem resolution, and an enhanced client experience through consistent relationship management.

Bsc(hons) Biomedical Science