Nikoletta Kiraly
Sales Operations Manager
“I didn’t know exactly where I wanted my career to go, but from day one as an apprentice, the company supported me, challenged me and encouraged me to move beyond my comfort zone. Even when I doubted myself, people believed I could do more and gave me the opportunity to prove it.
That support has shaped my career, from completing my GAI qualifications to moving through estimating, key account management and into my current role as Sales Operations Manager, a genuinely family oriented company that values openness, honesty and hard work.”
Career Journey
2014
Starting Out
- Joined Allgood as an Estimating Administrator Apprentice in 2014.
- Support and responsibility built confidence and encouraged progression.
2017
Training and Progression
- Completed GAI Fastrack and became a fully trained Estimator.
- Management support built confidence to overcome challenges and progress.
2020
Building Experience
- Continued developing technical knowledge and client skills.
- Management guidance built confidence and supported further progression.
2022 – 2023
International Key Account Manager
- Became International Key Account Manager in April 2022.
- Expanded project responsibilities and commercial experience before maternity leave.
2024 – Now
Sales Operations Manager
- Returned from maternity leave, then promoted into Sales Operations Manager.
- Overseeing internal sales, marketing and projects of every scale.
Stewart Lauder
Managing Director
“What stood out straight away was the welcome, the product knowledge and the quality of the projects we were involved in from my first day. I was given time, guidance and proper support from people who knew the industry inside out, and that made a huge difference in helping me understand not only what we do, but why we do it.
Over the years, Allgood has continued to invest in my development and give me the chance to take on new challenges, from Estimating through to senior leadership. The culture here is built around care, knowledge and progression. People are encouraged to ask questions, learn from those around them and build a career with real depth. Seeing others progress through the business is now one of the most rewarding parts of my role.”
Career Journey
2008
Early Beginnings
- Joined Allgood as an Estimator in January 2008.
- Product training introduced the people, products and culture.
2011
Developing Knowledge & Responsibility
- Mentoring and GAI training supported my development.
- Progressed internally to become Group Estimating Manager.
2014 – 2016
Commercial Director & Broader Leadership
- Progressed to Commercial Director, then wider sales leadership.
- One Hyde Park strengthened leadership and commercial understanding.
2025 – Now
Managing Director
- Became Managing Director, leading most departments and international work.
- Allgoods culture prioritises development, internal progression and investment, which is how I developed into the position I am in today!
Samantha Holland
Manufacturing Office Manager
“Since joining Allgood as an apprentice, I’ve been given the support, trust and opportunities to keep growing. A lot of my development has come through learning on the job, formal training and the belief other people had in me, even when I questioned my own confidence.
What I’ve always valued about Allgood is that you feel cared for as a person. It has a family like culture, with people who help each other and give you room to progress. If you are willing to put the work in, there are real opportunities here, whether that is through training, moving into new responsibilities or building a long term career.”
Career Journey
2012
Apprenticeship at Allgood
- Joined Allgood as an apprentice in January 2012.
- Completed NVQ Level 2 while supporting sales administration.
2013
Appreciating Allgood Culture and Values
- Allgood’s family culture made me feel valued.
- The training, support and social activities reflected this this approach quite obviously.
2017 – Now
Professional Development
- Completed GAI Level 1 and became a first aider.
- Took on more responsibility through experience and workplace learning.
Ben Parsons
Operations Manager
“I joined Allgood at 17 as Allgood Manufacturing’s first apprentice, and it has been my only job since leaving school. I spent time across the business before getting the opportunity to work on the machines, where I quickly realised engineering was the direction I wanted to pursue. I was fortunate to learn from experienced colleagues who took the time to share their knowledge and helped me build my understanding of tooling, machining and problem solving.
Allgood supported me through qualifications, night school, a Foundation Degree and a degree in Manufacturing Engineering at Aston University. As my knowledge grew, so did my responsibilities, from toolmaking and CNC programming to development work, training apprentices and leading teams. I now oversee Manufacturing, Warehousing and Product Development as Operations Manager. The trust placed in people here has given me the opportunity to keep learning, take ownership and build a career within the business.”
Career Journey
2011
Starting as an Apprentice
- Joined Allgood at 17 as Allgood Manufacturing’s first apprentice.
- Spent time in the Warehouse and Wrap & Pack before moving onto the machines.
Career Development
Engineering & Toolmaking
- Developed machining, tooling and CNC skills with support from experienced colleagues.
- Progressed from apprentice to Toolmaker, with engineering becoming a clear career focus.
Professional Development
Training & Qualifications
- Completed Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications alongside night school machining courses.
- Progressed through a Foundation Degree to a degree in Manufacturing Engineering at Aston University.
Leadership
Tooling & Development
- Progressed into CNC programming, development work and Tooling & Development leadership.
- Supported and trained new apprentices, passing on the knowledge gained throughout his own development.
Now
Operations Manager
- Progressed to Operations Manager with responsibility for Manufacturing, Warehousing and Product Development.
- Oversees wider operational functions while continuing to support development within the business.
Samir Hassaine
Estimator
“I came from a completely different trade, having worked as a plumber for 10 years when I originally started here. I first began in Goods In, then moved into contract coordination after being encouraged to apply for an office based role. I was apprehensive at first, but the support around me helped me settle into it and keep moving forward.
Allgood has given me the chance to learn, progress and build knowledge in areas I would not have expected when I first joined, pushing me into developing further into other qualifications.”
Career Journey
2015
The Start of My Journey
- Joined Allgood’s Warehouse Goods In team in 2015.
- Sought a new challenge after ten years plumbing.
2016 – 2019
Career Progression
- Promoted to Contract Coordinator in 2016.
- Progressed to lead large scale projects.
2022
Fully Qualified Estimator
- Achieved fully qualified Estimator status in 2022.
- Supported throughout by colleagues and management.
2025 – Now
Ongoing Development
- My next challenge is developing scheduling competence.
- Focusing on access control and door automation.
Andy Knibbs
Estimator
“From day one, I was impressed by the quality of our products and by how willing people were to share their knowledge. I started in the warehouse, where I learned the products from the ground up, before moving into purchasing and later estimating. At every stage, I was given the time, training and support to keep developing.
What I value about Allgood is that there has always been an opportunity to learn. From in-house and external training to completing my GAI qualification, each role has built on the last and helped me progress into the position I am in today.”
Career Journey
2006
Joining Allgood
- Started as an agency forklift truck driver and Warehouse Operative in April 2006.
- Joined Allgood in May, working in Goods In and building detailed product knowledge.
2015
Moving into Purchasing
- Promoted to Specials Co-ordinator within the Purchasing team in September 2015.
- Built on existing product knowledge through responsibility for specials and purchasing.
2019
Professional Development
- Completed GAI Level 3 in 2019.
- Combined formal training with practical knowledge developed throughout the business.
2023 – Now
Estimating
- Moved into the Estimating team in March 2023.
- Applies product, warehouse and purchasing knowledge within his current role as an Estimator.
