Neil Collins

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DISC Type : DS

Assistant Logistics Manager at DS Smith

Sittingbourne, England, United Kingdom

Overview

With over 24 years at DS Smith, Neil is an experienced logistics professional specializing in supply chain operations and warehouse management. He leverages strong analytical skills to optimize processes and holds a Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership, reflecting his focus on operational excellence and team empowerment.

Outside of his extensive logistics career, Neil has a creative passion for music, having studied Electronic Music Production at the SAE Institute in London. He also shows an interest in emerging automotive technology, particularly in the electric vehicle space.

Neil successfully led his sites operational transition through Brexit, designing new processes to ensure seamless customer deliveries.

Personality Overview

Long-Term Thinker

Decisive But Calm

Consummate Professional

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Supply Chain Operations
Has over 24 years of experience at DS Smith, focusing on optimizing supply chain and warehouse management through analytical skills.
Operational Leadership
Holds a CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership and emphasizes empowering teams through training and clear communication.
Brexit Logistics
He successfully led his site through the 2021 Brexit transition, designing new customs processes and training the team to minimize delays.

Media Appearances

Neil has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2024
Assistant Logistics Manager at DS Smith
3-2021 - 8-2024
Assistant Warehouse Manager at DS Smith
12-2020 - 3-2021
Logistics Brexit Lead at DS Smith
4-2000 - 1-2001
Samples Assistant at Denmaur Independent Papers

Education

2014 - 2015
Level 5 Award from Chartered Management Institute
2014 - 2014
Electronic Music Production from SAE Institute London

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Insights For Selling To Neil

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Neil is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Neil

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Neil move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Neil take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Neil

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