Dan Jordan has over 10 years of experience in technical business development, sales management, and operations management across various industries including plastics recycling, leisure and sports, and media. He has a proven track record of growing businesses, developing new revenue streams, managing client accounts, and implementing strategic initiatives to increase profitability and efficiency. Currently he works as the Business Development and Commercial Manager for Boomerang Plastics Ltd, a plastic recycling company.

1. DAN JORDAN
3, Boot Hill, Grendon, Warwickshire, CV9 2EL
07970 126400 | danno_jordan@hotmail.com
Date of Birth: 4.9.1986 Nationality: English, UK Passport
Summary
A technical business development and sales manager with varied expertise in management, technical sales and a broad range of
experience spanning action sports to media and environmental sustainability. Very approachable and personable.
Skills & Qualities
± Account and Territory Management ± Contract Management
± Business Development ± Lead Generation and Sales
± Logistics Management ± Operations Managements
± Effective Crisis Management ± Digital Media
± Networking and Public Presentations ± Customer Relations
± Mechanical Engineering: Hands On ± Basic Marketing and Advertising
C areer History
Business Development and Commercial Manager
Boomerang Plastics Ltd: Plastic Recycling Nov 2013 > Current
Managed all size accounts including ‘blue chip’ large turnover accounts such as Muller Dairy.
Formulated strategies to accommodate purchasing and securing new material streams and adapted key business operations to work
with new suppliers and customer requirements. Pricing, Logistics and operational procedures.
Negotiated prices up and down for sales and purchasing, terms of sales and service agreements. Created tender documents and
managed new business tenders. Uncovered and qualified purchasing and sales opportunities in current and new markets.
Evaluated purchasing and sales market trendsand prepared business for margin fluctuations. Developed and implementedquality control
strategies to increase profitability. Designing and running exhibition stands at shows and major events, associated networking and client
and supplier entertaining. Monthly reports to key stake holders. Managed sales forecast and purchasing budget in line with pr ofit
margin.
Liaised with Local Council, Environment Agency and Fire Services to allow risk free smooth operation.
Process & Production Manager
Boomerang Plastics Ltd Mar 2012 > Nov 2013
Created new revenue streams by cultivating successful partnerships worth more than
£800k per annum.
Developed and implemented new policies; environmental and operational, through to quality control measures. Hired and trained 10
members of new staff whilst interviewing and assessing skill sets of individuals. Implemented 24/5 working hours and night shift
operation to increase profitability. Directed the work of 4 independent mechanical and electrical contractors.
Implemented process and systems improvements such as waste water treatment and operational protocols. Defined clear targets and
objectives and communicated to team using KPI’s.
Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive planned business strategy at weekly management sessions.
Identified investment opportunities, threats, and challenges to help strengthen the business’s position.
Completed quarterly performance reviews and appraisals. Conducted dismissals and disciplinary action. I led the implementation of
the ‘Bradford Factor’ to add a tangible record of staff attendance. This measure cut staff illness and sickness days by 26%.
Won ‘Rising Star of the Year’ award 2012 at the UK Packaging Awards for my work in packaging recycling. Industry presentations,
educational talks, and invited to be a speaker on various ‘plastics’ hot topics. Silver award in; ‘Ones To Watch’ Industry awards.
CURRICULUM VITAE

2. Operations Supervisor
Boomerang Plastics Ltd Dec 2009 > Feb 2012
Devised business plans and conducted material trials in Germany to develop equipment that diverted waste plastic fromlandfill.
Played a pivotal role in training staff from the ground up, and grew to a team of 8, with 2 team leaders. Managed and reported
engineering budget of £20k p/m.
Established operational objectives and work plans, whilst delegating assignments to team leaders and guiding them with their team
management. Organised H&S audits and training, as well as COSHH training. Resulting is over 260 days without reportable incident, a
55% improvement.
Engineering skills: Designed equipment and plant layout. Sourced new equipment, spare parts and labour, process flows and pumps.
Managed website design, flyers and marketing.
Orchestrated transport solutions and preferential rates from suppliers for finished stock and goods in. Guided site visits, and conducted
product trials for new customers and suppliers.
Apprentice Fabricator and Product Testing
Summit Systems Ltd Nov 2008 > Nov 2009
Trained as a metal work fabricator to grasp base skills required to test new recycling equipment in the recycling machinery market.
I learned welding techniques, measuring, and fundamental fabrication abilities that linked to engineering requirements important to
designing and developing a unique solution to divert plastic wastes from landfill.
Head Wakeboard Coach
Ten-80 Ltd : Leisure and Sports Apr 2006 > Oct 2008
A key member of a tight, three-person team recognised nation wide. CRB Checked.
I had dedicated customers travelling from around the UK for high-level wakeboard training sessions. I taught all age groups and levels,
from beginners to professionals.
The role also involved developing the business and building the Ten-80 brand on the UK water sports scene.
Other key focus areas to build brand awareness were; organising and running corporate and specialist events, demo days and
competitions at our site and other locations, such as ‘Air 06’ and ‘The Wakeboard National Championships’.
Windsurf & Wakeboard Instructor, Activities Representative
Neilson Active Holidays Ltd : Leisure and Sports Jul 2005 > Oct 2005
Responsibilities included; guest services and hospitality management. Running the water sports ski school. Presenting weekly awards,
and hosting entertainment evenings. Creating an exciting family experience for all guests.
Rescue and lifeguard responsibilities. DJ for staff parties and evening entertainment.
Education
A Level - GCSE: July
2002 - 2006
Bromsgrove School and Abbey College Birmingham Bromsgrove
AS and A Level inSpanish (C),Business Studies (B) and Media Studies (A)
11 GCSE's from A*- C
Bachelor ofArts: Media and Cultural Studieswith Film Production July
2008
Nottingham Trent University Nottingham
BA HONS Degree 2.1 in ‘Media and Cultural Studies with specialities in Film Production and Cinema’
Accreditations
± BWSF Boat Licence ± Crane Operation Licence
± Duke of Edinburgh Awards: Bronze and Silver ± Counter Balance Fork Lift

3. ± Full Driving Licence ± Windsurf Level 4 Instructor
I nterests
Action sports and part-professional DJ, I am a keen wakeboarder, once at sponsorship level. I still have strong links within
this sector, I was riding for and representing the brands: Vans, Dragon Optics, Speedo and Slingshot Wakeboards.
I am also interested in filming and photography. Mountain biking, windsurfing, slalom skiing, snowboarding and the sea.
Additional Information
Personal: Ready for new experiences and open minded, I am optimistic and calm in testing situations, focused and motivated, with a
keen eye for detail and finishing a task to high standards.
Personable and enjoy meeting people and striking up relationships with clients.
Reference: Gary Highfield - Head of Facilities Muller Dairy: Dan has an extensive knowledge of the plastics recycling
industry and has worked tirelessly to install innovative systems within his organisation in order to deliver on his
commitments as a service provider. He is personable, approachable and demonstrates a clear focus towards the balance required to
satisfy both his customer’s requirements and business performance.
Further References Available
Chris McCormack: Head of Engineering at Summit Systems Ltd: 07585 124812
Ian Porter: Commercial Director of Sortology Ltd: 07836 502328
Chris Dow: (Ex) CEO of Closed Loop London: 07912 063716