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Alison Filis

Millstone,NJ

Summary

Highly motivated Sales Representative with over a decade of experience in customer service and sales in the juvenile industry. Demonstrated excellence in managing day-to-day business operations and developing long term relationships with customers for sustained business growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

LBI Juvenile/VALT Sales
11.2007 - Current
  • Managed specialty and key customer accounts in the challenging northeast market including the New York Metro area.
  • Represented brands such as Britax, Graco, Best Chairs, Westwood, Dock A Tot, WonderFold, etc.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Regularly attended trade shows such as ABC Kids Expo, Drool, NJ Mom Baby Expo, High Point Furniture Market, etc. to increase brand visibility and grow customer base.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative strategies to increase sales.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Quarterly serviced and trained specialty and key accounts including Buy Buy Baby, Babies R Us, Bambi Baby, Magic Beans.

Trim Coordinator

Calvin Klein
01.2004 - 11.2007
  • Worked closely with designers to coordinate trim and embellishments for all clothing collections.
  • Partnered with foreign and domestic suppliers to secure all sourcing needs.
  • Source new trending trims for design and sales to utilize.
  • Regularly communicated with suppliers to ensure all deliverables are executed to standard.
  • Worked closely with overseas team to track and monitor approval for bulk production.

Skills

  • Product and Sales Expertise
  • Relationship Building
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Customer Service
  • Account Development
  • Staff Training
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Timeline

Sales Representative

LBI Juvenile/VALT Sales
11.2007 - Current

Trim Coordinator

Calvin Klein
01.2004 - 11.2007
Alison Filis