Dave Grupe

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Operations Manager + Tech support at Jetblack Products

Greater Sydney Area, Australia

Overview

Dave Grupe is an Operations Manager and Tech Support lead at Jetblack Products. With a background as a 2/4 stroke Marine Engineer and extensive experience in logistics and account management, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and operational leadership to his role.

An outgoing and well-traveled individual, Dave describes himself as a "free spirit" who loves activity. Having seen most of the world, he feels well-grounded and is a decisive, goal-oriented person with a passion for completion and success.

He is a qualified 2/4 stroke Marine Engineer who has traveled to almost every part of the world.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Imaginative

Full Of Energy

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Topics They Care About

Technical Support
Leads a customer service and tech support team at Jetblack Products, involving hands-on repair, maintenance, and assembly of their products.
Logistics Management
Managed 3rd party logistics customers, inventory control, and national magazine distribution in previous roles at UTi Worldwide and Gordon and Gotch.
Marine Engineering
Holds a qualification as a 2/4 stroke Marine Engineer, showcasing a strong mechanical and technical foundation from his education.

Media Appearances

Dave has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2007
Operations Manager + Tech support at Jetblack Products
Account manager / Inventory controle at UTi Worldwide
Magazine sales allocations / Logistics at Gordon and Gotch
Warehouse leading hand at Gordon and Gotch
Spare parts Interpreter / Mechanic at GB Autos

Education

1987 - 1990
2/4 stroke Marine Engineer from Pitkin Technical institute
1986 - 1990
Highschool Diploma from Gateway High

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Insights For Selling To Dave

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Talk about their team and how your product will help them do things better and easier
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Dave is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Dave

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Dave move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Dave take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Dave

Personality Compatibility


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