Alexander Hummel
Retail Sales Manager
Mohnton,Pa
Summary
Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, scheduling and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Recreational Equipment Inc
Conshohocken, Pa
09.2019 - Current
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Managed order cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised sales team of 70 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Handled all customer relations issues pleasantly, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
Sales Lead
Recreational Equipment Inc.
King of Prussia, PA
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Monitored sales team performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Led sales team to exceed sales and customer service goals.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Analyzed prior stocking processes and uncovered more efficient method.
Sales Associate
Recreational Equipment Inc.
King of Prussia, PA
07.2016 - 11.2018
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Compliance Assistant
USAID, EG&T Office
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Responsible for the planning and coordination of annual compliance visits for USAID implementing partners.
- Performed field site visits throughout Ethiopia to verify partner performance.
- Created new individualized checklists system resulting in a more efficient workflow of data collection during site visits.
- Operated independently in the field, usually in remote locations of Ethiopia, with little support or guidance from headquarters.
Small Grants Coordinator Assistant
The United States Embassy
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Evaluated grant proposals and provided recommendations for acceptance or denial.
- Conducted site visits to local grant applicants.
- Cataloged geospatial and mapping resources relevant to water and wildlife conservation in Ethiopia and Greater Eastern Africa.
Photographer
The United States Embassy
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Appointed official Embassy photographer for US President Barack Obama’s official state visit to Tanzania.
- Worked with Secret Service detail for behind-the-line access to all events.
- Coordinated and streamlined flow of information with both local and international media cores.
Photographer
The United States Embassy
Dar Es Salaam , Tanzania
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Official embassy photographer for all embassy events.
- Worked in high profile sensitive environments, with heads of states, foreign dignitaries and US officials.
- Coordinated access and information for local press core.
- Wrote and distributed press briefs which appeared in local new outlets.
Photographer
The United States Embassy
Dar Es Salaam , Tanzania
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Worked within demanding scripted schedules, strict and demanding deadlines and security detail requirements.
- Worked in high profile sensitive environments, with heads of states, foreign dignitaries and US officials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Politics
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 01.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
The Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GA 08.2011 - 01.2012
Skills
Training and mentoring
undefinedTimeline
Sales Manager
Recreational Equipment Inc
09.2019 - Current
Sales Lead
Recreational Equipment Inc.
11.2018 - 09.2019
Sales Associate
Recreational Equipment Inc.
07.2016 - 11.2018
Compliance Assistant
USAID, EG&T Office
06.2015 - 08.2015
Small Grants Coordinator Assistant
The United States Embassy
06.2014 - 08.2014
Photographer
The United States Embassy
05.2013 - 08.2013
Photographer
The United States Embassy
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - International Politics
Pennsylvania State University
01.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
The Savannah College of Art And Design
08.2011 - 01.2012
Photographer
The United States Embassy
05.2011 - 08.2011
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