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Aaron Duran

Lakewood,CO

Summary

Self-motivated Marketing Associate with over 30 years of experience in food and beverage sales. Proven track record in building strong business relationships, managing national and local accounts, and developing effective sales and marketing strategies. Expertise in direct business-to-business account acquisition and financial management. Highly skilled in training and mentoring, with a commitment to achieving revenue goals and exceeding customer expectations.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Associate / Account Executive

Sysco Foods of Denver
01.2001 - Current
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets, contributing to an average of $6 million in annual sales revenue through strategic account management and business development initiatives.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans tailored to local street and LCC contract accounts, resulting in
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  • And expanded market share.
  • Cultivated and maintained enduring business relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients, including key accounts such as
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  • fostering a robust customer base and driving sustained revenue growth.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, Procurement) to create and implement effective marketing strategies and sales initiatives, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
  • Conducted engaging training sessions for customers, enhancing product knowledge, promoting best practices, and driving customer loyalty.
  • Leveraged strong analytical skills to identify and capitalize on business opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and optimize sales performance.
  • Managed and monitored profit and loss (P&L) for assigned accounts, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
  • - Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans to drive sales growth within local street and LCC contract accounts.
  • - Foster and maintain enduring business relationships with clients, resulting in a robust customer base and sustained revenue increases.
  • - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement effective marketing strategies and sales initiatives.
  • - Conduct training sessions for customers, enhancing product knowledge and best practices.
  • - Utilize strong analytical skills to identify business opportunities and create innovative solutions.

Sales Representative

MIDO Printing Company
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • - Identified potential clients and conducted sales presentations to promote printing services.
  • - Developed marketing materials and strategies to enhance brand awareness and drive sales.

Sales Representative

Clean Design
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • - Worked closely with local businesses to develop customized marketing solutions tailored to their specific equipment needs and goals.
  • - Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Sales Representative

Pepsi Colorado Bottling Company
01.1986 - 01.1999
  • - Managed local sales operations and developed long-lasting relationships with clients, contributing to significant sales growth.
  • - Implemented promotional activities and marketing strategies that enhanced product visibility and increased market penetration.
  • - Consistently exceeded sales targets through effective negotiation and relationship management.

Education

MSU Denver
1989

Regis Jesuit High School
1985

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Sales Strategy & Execution
  • Relationship Management
  • Marketing Plan Development
  • Profit & Loss Management
  • Problem Solving & Analytical Skills

Timeline

Marketing Associate / Account Executive

Sysco Foods of Denver
01.2001 - Current

Sales Representative

MIDO Printing Company
01.2000 - 01.2001

Sales Representative

Clean Design
01.1999 - 01.2000

Sales Representative

Pepsi Colorado Bottling Company
01.1986 - 01.1999

MSU Denver

Regis Jesuit High School

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