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AIDEN DESROCHES

Blacksburg,US

Summary

As a soon to be graduate from Virginia Tech with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Professional Sales, I am equipped with a solid foundation in strategic marketing principles and the art of effective sales. Throughout my academic journey, I have honed my skills in market research, campaign development, and customer relationship management. My proactive approach, coupled with a keen understanding of consumer behavior, positions me as a dynamic candidate for a sales role. I am driven by a passion for cultivating meaningful connections and delivering value to clients. My coursework and hands-on experiences have instilled in me the ability to analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and devise targeted sales strategies. I am adept at leveraging digital marketing tools and platforms to enhance brand visibility and engagement. With a commitment to continuous learning and a results-oriented mindset, I am eager to bring my fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to a challenging sales position. I am confident that my education, combined with my dedication to excellence, makes me a valuable asset for any sales team looking to achieve and exceed their goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Mover

Umovers
01.2023 - Current
  • We move customers in and out of homes/businesses all along the east coast
  • Planned daily work strategies and followed oral and written instructions to move and ship products correctly
  • Arranged items at the customer's request and instructions at the destination.

Server

Sam's Hot Dog Stand Blacksburg
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Assisted customers in placing orders, explained menu items, and suggested food allergy-friendly options
  • Greeted regular customers and maintained relationships with them.

Study Abroad Participant

Virginia Tech
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Traveled through Berlin, Munich, Vienna, and Salzburg
  • Toured local newspaper companies such as 'Bild' to learn about their production of operations
  • Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work.

Appliance Technician/Salesman

G&H Appliance
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Transported and installed household appliances (stoves, fridges, dryers, washer machines, etc.) into customers homes
  • Worked daily in and out of customers houses building relationships with the buyers
  • Worked in store meeting and engaging customers
  • Asking questions and working with these customers to get the product right for them.

Package Handler

FedEx
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Worked in teams to unload as many trucks we could fit in per shift
  • Unloading typically 8 trucks per shift containing 100-400 packages each
  • Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral and written instructions to meet challenging objectives
  • Paid close attention to gain a thorough understanding of the duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first during team meetings.

Head Chef

Panda Express
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Started out as back kitchen doing dishes, cooking simple dishes, and prepping meats
  • After around six months I decided to go for the head chef position, and learned the rest of the menu
  • Mentored over six kitchen staff members at all levels in order to prepare them for challenging roles.

Butchers assistant

Ferrucci's Old Tyme Italian Market
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Customers' orders were cut, wrapped, weighed, and labeled by me
  • Passed health inspections by correctly evaluating meat temperatures for safety and quality, as well as keeping detailed heat status records
  • Made sausage by seasoning ground meat, using equipment to pump ingredients into casings, and tying off casing ends.

Server

Carolina Cones
07.2016 - 02.2018
  • Was in charge of keeping the dining room, lobby, and service areas clean
  • Scooped ice cream into cones and dishes with care, paying attention to proportions and presentation
  • Used sales techniques such as suggestive selling and others.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2024

High School -

Community School of Davidson
Davidson, NC
01.2020

Skills

  • Business Planning
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship development
  • Organization
  • Sales and marketing
  • Strategic planning
  • Team building
  • Client Development
  • Product promotions
  • Goals and performance
  • Sales expertise
  • Customer rapport

Timeline

Mover

Umovers
01.2023 - Current

Study Abroad Participant

Virginia Tech
12.2022 - 02.2023

Server

Sam's Hot Dog Stand Blacksburg
10.2022 - 12.2023

Appliance Technician/Salesman

G&H Appliance
04.2022 - 09.2022

Package Handler

FedEx
03.2021 - 04.2022

Butchers assistant

Ferrucci's Old Tyme Italian Market
07.2019 - 05.2020

Head Chef

Panda Express
01.2019 - 10.2021

Server

Carolina Cones
07.2016 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management

Virginia Tech

High School -

Community School of Davidson
AIDEN DESROCHES