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results-driven senior-level sales professional eager to contribute strong business development, client servicing and closing talents toward actively supporting the employer in optimizing revenue performance.

 

profile

 

respected senior-level sales executive with distinguished 27-year career leading sales operations in boosting bottom-line profitability. proven track record driving growth of a $45m wholesale distributor with 20 locations over a 15-year tenure. gifted sales strategist and tactician, recognized for driving revenues through innovative and focused sales campaigns. consistently earned top ranks in sales performance in every position held by bringing revenues, profits and market share to new heights. extensive expertise in client needs analysis with a consultative approach to sales operations and training. repeated success guiding sizeable, cross-functional teams in driving record-setting sales operations. expert presenter, negotiator and businessperson; able to forge solid relationships with strategic partners and build consensus across multiple organizational levels. experienced in persuasive communication; expressing ideas in ways that lead clients to understand sales presentations.

 

selected accomplishments

 

~ successfully grew sales at general floor company by 46% within 5 years. ~

~ effectively reduced unpaid general floor company orders from $200,000 to $20,000. ~

~ cost-efficiently developed incentive program for top customers, improving sales performance by 25%. ~

professional experience

 

general floor                                                                                                                                                   1994-2008

vice president of sales, 2003-2008

• sharp business acumen and experienced in managing broad scope of operations, from customer retention, sales/marketing and new business development to quarterly promotional campaigns and the implementation of company-wide systems for inventory control and accuracy.
• effectively hired, trained and directed regional management teams at 20 branch locations and actively collaborated in human resource operation functions such as fostering a productive work environment, employee scheduling/job assignment and performance tracking systems.
• consistently ensured delivery of quality customer service vital to sustaining and growing clientele base.
• actively collaborated with senior management team in the decision-making process on a broad range of company matters, from budget development and strategic planning to market analysis of industry competition.
• spearheaded the opening of 7 branch locations, including strategic site planning, development of marketing promotions and implementation of full-scale hiring practices.

regional manager, 1998-2003

• successfully steered sales operations of 8 branch locations to generate high volume growth and revenue.
• actively supervised branch management team, ensuring associate compliance with established security, sales and recordkeeping policies and procedures.
• responsible for the coordination of sales promotion and direction of managers in the preparation of merchandising displays and showroom samples.

branch manager, 1996-1998

• effectively managed sales activities and operational matters of entire branch, including hiring, training and directing a staff of 10 while monitoring and evaluating performance.
• successfully developed and controlled sales programs in support of overall company objectives.

 

taco bell corp.                                                                                                                                      1982-1993

branch training manager

• responsible for planning and conducting in-depth 8-week branch manager training programs, involving both classroom instruction and on-site practical application; courses targeted employee orientation, product knowledge, policy/procedure, staff management, customer relations, troubleshooting, and on-site security.

professional education

 

certificate dale carnegie training

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (insert job title) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include over 25 years experience in executive-level sales management, employee development and branch operations. an examination of my credentials will confirm that i am a skilled professional who thrives in a challenging work environment. i am driven, independently motivated, and results-oriented. i enjoy a challenge and work hard to achieve success. it is my practice to operate within a strict conduct of professionalism and integrity with my clientele. to complement this background, i offer dynamic communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

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