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objective

versatile business professional offering dynamic skills in management, team building, private label operations, vendor relations, customer service, procurement/inventory control and warehousing/distribution eager to contribute to the success of a progressive organization

career profile

ø  a.s. degree.

ø  over 26 years of successful background in the grocery industry.

ø  solid experience in all phases of inventory control, warehousing and distribution.

ø  record of progression to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility.

ø  knowledgeable in all facets of private label/branded grocery products.

ø  demonstrated competence in team leadership and directing up to 75 manufacturers providing over 1,000 grocery, frozen and dairy products.

ø  adept in recruitment, training and oversight of sales teams.

ø  facilitate promotional planning and execution.

ø  skilled in coordinating with multiple vendors.

ø  provide in-depth, accurate revenue forecasting.

ø  designated for critical account executive assignments due to outstanding performance.

ø  proficient in both independent and chain retail trade.

ø  excellent capacity in prioritization, problem solving and effectiveness in fast-paced situations.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with exceptional interpersonal skills.

ø  award-winning broker with achievements in revenue expansion.

ø  deliver outstanding administrative support on a consistent basis.

ø  capability in advanced business software applications.

professional experience

impact sales midwest                                                                                                       2000 - present

grocery industry account executive/broker

       oversee activities of 75 manufacturers, packers and master brokers.

       ensure timely and accurate distribution of 1,000+ grocery, frozen and dairy products.

       design and implement all promotional planning and forecasting.

       originate detailed spread sheets.

       develop and disseminate all forms, deals, sale surveys and sales presentations to warehouse, sales staff and grocery headquarters retail trade.

       interview current/potential customers to develop new items and expand existing lines.

       key player in packaging design and supporting documentation bringing private label and branded products to warehouse and retail market.

       recruited, trained and managed retail sales representatives calling on independent/chain retail trade. 

       successful in new account sourcing and development.

       represent organization at trade shows and market functions.

       recipient of broker of the year award by largest private label manufacturer in 2007.

earlier background

prior to 2000, served as account executive, sales force inc., chicago, il, sales representative, american home foods co., chicago, il, rv company name, elkhart, in, and retail manager, name of clothing chain, mishawaka, in.  in these assignments, built outstanding grocery product management, account administration, business development, retail merchandising and customer relations skill sets.

education

international junior college, ft. wayne, in

associates degree

 

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in an operations management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include extensive background in all phases of supervision, team building and customer service.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in vendor liaison, independent and chain retail grocery stores, account management, inventory control, procurement, warehousing and distribution, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined 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 firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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