Michael Bicknell
About Michael Bicknell
Michael Bicknell is a Sales Director at Avon, with a diverse background in sales management and marketing. He has extensive experience in supporting sales teams and has worked in various roles within Avon and Aspen Pharma across South Africa and the United Kingdom.
Work at Avon
Michael Bicknell has held multiple positions at Avon, showcasing a progressive career within the company. He served as Divisional Sales Manager from 2009 to 2014 in the United Kingdom and then returned to South Africa for a brief period in the same role from 2014 to 2015. He transitioned to Regional Sales Manager from 2015 to 2017 in Johannesburg, followed by a role as Head of Field Sales at Avon Justine for nine months in 2017 to 2018. Currently, he is the Sales Director at Avon, a position he has held since 2018 in Johannesburg. Throughout his tenure, he has been responsible for supporting over 300,000 Representatives in South Africa and Namibia.
Education and Expertise
Michael Bicknell's educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, where he studied from 2001 to 2004. He also attended the University of Port Elizabeth, earning a Diploma in Business Management in 2002. His early education was completed at Grey High School in Port Elizabeth, where he studied various subjects including Mathematics and Science. His academic focus on marketing and business management complements his extensive experience in sales strategy and team management.
Background
Michael Bicknell began his career in sales as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative at Aspen Pharma from 2004 to 2006 in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. He advanced to the role of National Sales Manager at Aspen Pharma from 2006 to 2008, covering both Eastern and Western Cape regions. His experience in the pharmaceutical sector laid the foundation for his subsequent roles at Avon, where he has developed a strong focus on sales strategy and team leadership.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Bicknell has demonstrated a commitment to supporting sales representatives in achieving financial independence. His role at Avon involves overseeing a large-scale team and implementing sales strategies that align with key performance indicators (KPIs). His entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability to market trends have contributed to his effectiveness in driving sales performance across various regions.