ALEXANDER C. SAGMOEN
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in in-person and remote sales, business development, and customer acquisition. Seeking a rewarding career opportunity to make a positive difference with our brand image, and the lives of others. Ambitious and highly experienced.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
POKE ME
01.2021 - Current
- Operated a rapidly expanding food truck business with upwards of 2 dozen locations
- We also hosted weddings, festivals, and community & city events hosted by local government
- The business is currently operated with 2 trucks, one of which I was solely responsible for
- I worked very closely with the owner and second truck manager to plan social media posts, inventory, and logistics
- Each day consisted of food prep, serving, and traveling to and from each location towing the food trailer
- Each day we conducted market analysis to determine opportunities for growth
- Managed social media campaigns to increase business awareness, reputation and influence
- Coordinated with local organizations and government officials to increase opportunities, market share, and expand business growth and development
- Worked with local and offshore design and marketing groups to build brand identity images and campaigns with the express intent to build revenues and customer base
- Conducted preliminary investigations into business expansion
- Worked with a variety of vendors to ensure timely, accurate and cost-effective delivery of material products
- Engaged with customers, vendors and media with professionalism
- Managed scheduling and new relationships through Outlook and Excel
Assistant Sales Manager, Internet Sales Director
Smith Auto Group
11.2014 - 08.2020
- Worked within a multi-brand business managing 5 brands at 4 locations within varied geographical and economically diverse areas, all under the same ownership (Toyota Of Lake City / Buick, GMC Of Kirkland / Cadillac Of Bellevue / Chevey Of Bellevue)
- As my experience and expertise grew, I was moved within the organization to help increase sales and training where it was needed most
- I was able to assist in increasing sales over 50%, and consistently set new store records at 3 dealerships
- Managed a team of 16 salespeople while delegating work to individual team-leads to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Created training and development paths for individuals and teams to improve phone and email communications strategies
- Increased appointments set and appointments sold percentage by 14% and 13% respectively
- Exceptional confidence with cold calling and setting new appointments
- Made minimum 40 phone calls and sent 40 emails each day, and impressed upon senior leadership as well as lower staff the importance of attempts to sales ratios
- Designed email templates for the dealership(s) to use to increase responses and contact
- Extensive data mining into new lead generation and identifying prospects in a prime buying position
- Generated posts on social media sites to promote new inventory and specials
- Built long lasting relationships with customers from diverse ethnic, spiritual and economic backgrounds
- Comprehensive experience using CRM tools including VIN Solutions and Dealer Socket
- Multiple Salesperson-of-the-month awards
- Received countless 100% perfect surveys and glowing 5-star reviews on rating sites
Infantryman / Fire Team Leader
United States Army
02.2006 - 08.2010
- Conducted operational planning, training and execution
- Supervised a team of 6 junior soldiers
- Delegated responsibilities and managed junior leaders
- Tour of duty spanned across multiple countries
- Maintained 100% accountability of equipment and vehicles in excess of $5 million
- Analyzed information quickly and acted decisively during high-stress and high-threat situations
- Worked as a member of multiple cross-functional teams to accomplish objectives in unpredictable mission environments while ensuring compliance with all regulations, standard operating procedures, and guidance from senior leadership
Education
Nationally Registered EMT - Medical Social Work
North Seattle College
Seattle, WA06.2017
General Studies - Business Management
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVOccupational Associates Degree - Applied Service Management
WyoTech
Long Beach, CA06.2014
Automotive Technology Diploma - High Performance Powertrains
WyoTech
Sacramento, CA09.2013
Skills
- Vast experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
- Developed relationships with customers and stakeholders
- Comprehensive phone and internet sales experience
- Exemplary communication and customer service skills
- Experience managing teams and helping them achieve their goals
Accomplishments
▪ Salesman of the Month(multiple awards)
▪ Received 2 automotive technology degrees and finished in the top 5 of my class twice
▪ Numerous Professionalism Awards
▪ Decorated U.S. Army veteran
Certifications / Awards
- Salesman of the Month (multiple awards)
- Received 2 automotive technology degrees and finished in the top 5 of my class twice
- Numerous Professionalism Awards
- Decorated U.S. Army veteran
- WA Insurance Producer License
Professional References
- Brent Wingfield, Account Supervisor/ DCG Communications, 619-750-3781
- Alexander Steuart, Sergeant First Class / Platoon Leader, United States Army, 702-332-3056
- Tim Thompson, Internet Director / Buick GMC of Bellevue, 206-637-5037
- Cindy Martenson, Cardiac Registered Nurse / Overlake Medical Center 206-554-9447
- Nate Chambers, General Sales Manager / Cadillac Of Bellevue 206-251-0322
Timeline
Manager
POKE ME
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Sales Manager, Internet Sales Director
Smith Auto Group
11.2014 - 08.2020
Infantryman / Fire Team Leader
United States Army
02.2006 - 08.2010
Nationally Registered EMT - Medical Social Work
North Seattle College
General Studies - Business Management
College of Southern Nevada
Occupational Associates Degree - Applied Service Management
WyoTech
Automotive Technology Diploma - High Performance Powertrains
WyoTech
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