career objective                              

 

results-driven sales professional eager to apply dynamic business development, account management and strategic marketing skills toward actively supporting the employer in optimizing sales and profits.

profile                                                

 

several years of successful sales and marketing experience, with consistent track record of achieving top-performance in highly competitive markets ~ excel in identifying, developing and executing targeted action plans to generate new business, grow existing accounts and expand revenue streams ~ strategically develop client-specific business plans instrumental to boosting sales presentation results and driving revenue growth ~ dynamic communication, consultation, relationship building, and problem solving skills crucial to sustaining and building business ~ motivating leader who trains, guides and directs top-performing sales teams committed to superior levels of customer service

 

~ key achievements ~

ø  took the initiative to recover 2 lapsed accounts, first quarter 2008, generating a projected minimum $70k in new revenue

ø  grew account base to largest in organization, increasing revenue to over $600k, 2007; launched 14 new accounts to generate $175k in additional revenue

ø  ranked top account executive in on-line sales 4 consecutive quarters, 2007

ø  strategically partnered with marketing and accounting departments to successfully develop, present and close 19 annual contracts with a cumulative $400k in revenue

ø  resourcefully created and chaired committee focused on evaluating and redesigning production and sales of existing product, creating $47k in new revenue

ø  successfully built and led a top-performing team generating $3.5m annual gross, achieving recognition as top ranked department within store, while consistently achieving and surpassing personal sales goals and ranking as top sales associate

ø  voted/awarded quarterly sales force mvp by district management

ø  innovatively spearheaded local initiative to regain former client relationships which was subsequently adopted at a national level by leader in big box electronics industry

 

professional experience                

 

advertising account executive, the roanoke times-roanoke, va                        2006-2008

 

prior background concurrent with academic pursuits ~

 

supervisor, home theater, best buy-johnson city, tn                                                 2003-2006

inside sales specialist, yasoo health-johnson city, tn                                               2002-2003

 

education                                           

 

east tennessee state university, johnson city, tn

bs, business w/secondary emphasis in biology and chemistry; 2006

 

professional development~

 

leadership development ~ spin sales model ~ wac training ~ advertising ~ on-line sales

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i have recently relocated to the area, and am eager to contribute my dynamic sales skills toward supporting your company in maximizing revenue while building a successful career.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i am submitting my resume for review; in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, i offer a successful track record in sales and marketing, effectively adapting my talents to diverse industries and rapidly acquiring new product knowledge to drive substantial sales growth.  prior to relocating to north carolina, i was an advertising account executive with the roanoke times in virginia, where i ranked as top account executive for 4 consecutive quarters.  concurrent with my academic pursuits, i excelled in the sales of consumer goods, leading a top ranked sales team while personally attaining top sales associate and receiving a quarterly sales force mvp award from district management.  i believe my drive and ability to succeed in challenging sales positions while simultaneously earning a bs in business clearly illustrates my commitment to achieving and surpassing both professional and personal goals.  to complement this background, i take the initiative to consistently develop my skills through ongoing participation in leadership and sales seminars/ workshops and training programs.

 

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, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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