AJ Bell
Aurora,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing (May 2024) and a robust background in sales, vendor negotiations, facilities management, and military leadership. Expertise in cultivating strong client relationships, leading high-performing teams, negotiating favorable contracts, and overseeing complex operational processes. Proven ability to align sales strategies with operational efficiency to drive growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve measurable results across diverse industries such as education and manufacturing. Committed to leveraging a unique blend of skills to contribute effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Operations Manager
Oswego Community Unit School District 308
09.2023 - Current
- Supervise maintenance, grounds, and custodial staff, fostering teamwork and accountability while maintaining high service standards.
- Communicate with administrators and vendors to resolve maintenance concerns and ensure staff satisfaction.
- Manage building operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and responsiveness to staff needs.
Purchaser / Planner
Spraying Systems Co / AutoJet
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Negotiated pricing and contracts with suppliers, strengthening long-term business partnerships.
- Collaborated with internal teams to align purchasing with production schedules, reducing shortages.
- Served as a liaison between vendors and operations, ensuring on-time delivery and positive relationships.
- Supported company growth by strategically managing procurement and improving supplier performance.
Engineering Administrator
Innovex Downhole Solutions
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Partnered with engineering and sales teams to develop cost proposals, quotes, and technical documentation.
- Maintained strong client relationships by ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and order fulfillment.
- Coordinated with engineers and customers to support new product development and field testing.
- Streamlined data and ERP processes to improve communication between sales and operations.
Roofing Sales Representative
Apex Inc
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Delivered personalized sales presentations, closed contracts, and grew customer accounts.
- Conducted inspections and created detailed repair proposals to meet client needs.
- Consistently exceeded sales quotas through effective relationship-building and consultative selling.
E-4 Specialist
United States Army
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Led and trained soldiers in logistics, equipment operations, and mission execution.
- Developed discipline, communication, and leadership skills essential for managing teams.
- Recognized for problem-solving under pressure and coordinating successful group efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2021
Skills
- B2B & B2C Sales
- Negotiation & Closing
- Consultative Selling
- Client Relationship Management
- Account Growth
- Customer Retention
- Vendor & Supplier Partnerships
- Contract Management
- Procurement
- Team Leadership
- Training & Development
- Strategic Planning
- ERP Systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
- Microsoft Excel
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Purchasing and planning
- Tool management
- Plumbing
- Painting
- HVAC system maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- System installations
Timeline
Assistant Operations Manager
Oswego Community Unit School District 308
09.2023 - Current
Purchaser / Planner
Spraying Systems Co / AutoJet
06.2019 - 09.2023
Engineering Administrator
Innovex Downhole Solutions
02.2018 - 02.2019
Roofing Sales Representative
Apex Inc
07.2017 - 11.2017
E-4 Specialist
United States Army
01.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing
Southern Illinois University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of DuPage
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