Alec Roark
Arlington,TX
Summary
Persuasive Distributor Sales Representative with 10 years of experience selling various products. Strategically promoted company products and demonstrated features in alignment with consumer trends. Combined strong communication, organization and time management to surpass revenue goals. Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Distributor Sales Representative
LEE DSD
05.2022 - Current
- Cleaning freezers, Loading truck and rotating product to eliminate out of date product, Greeting account holders and making sure the needs of store are being meet according to store standards, Writing orders for accounts based on need and top sellers, Rotating product in freezers to reduce out of dates and maximize profits, Display product POP and signage to help drive sales and introduce new products, Maintain clean working space not only in account stores but also in warehouse, Operate and maintain safe work vehicle
Teacher/Coach
FWISD
09.2017 - 05.2022
- Plan lessons and instruct their students in subject taught, Assess students' abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, Adapt lessons to changes in class size, Grade students' assignments and exams, Communicate with parents about students' progress, Work with individual students to challenge them and improve their abilities, Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state, Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies, Supervise students outside of the classroom, Modify assignments for SPED, ESL, and GT students to achieve success and check for understanding
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Located materials and online resources by demonstrating use of equipment and software.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student
- Coaching Duties include:
- Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions
- Analyze strengths and weaknesses of individual athletes and opposing teams
- Plan strategies and choose team members for each competition
- Direct, encourage, and motivate athletes to prepare them for competitions
- Call plays and make decisions about strategy and athlete athletic substitutions
- Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that enable athletes to reach maximum performance
- Instruct athletes on proper techniques, strategies, sportsmanship, and rules of the sport
- Keep records of athletes' and opponents' performances
Distributor Manager
Mrs. Bairds
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Sourcing stock and negotiating the best deals with suppliers and vendors, Overseeing the delivery, loading, and unloading products and goods, and ensuring they are safely transported, Conducting stock inspections in a timely manner and removing any stale or damaged goods from sales floor, Scheduling meetings with store managers about displays and marketing, Conducting research on market trends and attending product launches and networking events, Assisting with the planning of product launches and brand events, Performing regular inventory checks and maintaining stock levels, Following up with potential clients and offering top-notch customer service, Moving more products and securing new floor space each month, Arranging meetings with sales representatives and developing more effective marketing strategies, Follow all traffic and DOT safety guidelines, Maintain and keep a safe working vehicle and trailer, Follow specific route in a safe and timely manner
Asst. Manager
New Balance Athletic Shoe
10.2002 - 06.2014
- Ensure the retail shop is always presented and merchandised to the highest standards whilst maintaining focus on the most profitable items and ensuring delivery of the retail KPIs, Focus on increasing Sales, ATV, and conversion to drive margin and profit and achieve targets, To understand daily, weekly, and monthly store targets, clearly identifying what this means in terms of sales, profitability, costs, staffing levels and ensuring this information is communicated effectively to the team, Completing the morning briefs, a daily deployment planner which will enable you to focus the team to drive customer service and sales, To ensure outstanding presentation and visual merchandising standards are maintained at all times
- Ensure the shop is tidy, clean, and full at the end of the day, Understanding the impact that visual merchandising and balance of price points has on the customer conversion, average spend and gross profit margin results, Opening, closing, and cashing up correctly, ensuring all paperwork for the day has been completed correctly, including targets for the next day and a comprehensive handover, Ensure all staff are kept up to date on changes to products, offers and promotions, To reduce stock loss in store
- Observes safety and security procedures, Manage stores ensuring adequate cover for the shop floor for customer service opening & closing times, replenishment
- Sending a month in advance to the team, Lead and be responsible on recruitment, interviews, selection, training, and development of new employees, Carry out annual performance reviews on each team member to manage and motivate individuals as well as providing clear direction and support, Responsible for the induction and development of the team by providing on the job training and assessing progress, through written reviews and probations, Completing payroll activities, including sending new starter employee changes and leaver information to HR accurately and on time, Train and develop the team to ensure they deliver outstanding customer service, Reviewing the team performance providing immediate feedback (both positive and development) to recognize and praise excellent performance and to develop areas of need, To identify and proactively manage any deficient performance issues using appropriate company policy, Completing and updating all retail targets and communicating with the team, To ensure all HR and H&S policies and procedures are adhered to, Support the Head of Retail by ensuring a consistent and exceptional standard of customer service in all retail locations, Build a good supportive relationship with the Head of Retail, the Buyer, and the Management team, Communicate effectively both verbally and written, Deputize for the Head of Retail in their absence
Education
BAS- History - History
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX12.2006
AA- Child Development - Child Development
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth05.2003
Skills
- Negotiation expertise
- Cost Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Procurement planning
Timeline
Distributor Sales Representative
LEE DSD
05.2022 - Current
Teacher/Coach
FWISD
09.2017 - 05.2022
Distributor Manager
Mrs. Bairds
06.2014 - 08.2017
Asst. Manager
New Balance Athletic Shoe
10.2002 - 06.2014
BAS- History - History
Dallas Baptist University
AA- Child Development - Child Development
Tarrant County College
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