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Andrew Ragland

Hideaway,TX

Summary

Dedicated and reliable professional known for strong work ethic and analytical skills, contributing effectively to organizational goals. Proven ability to deliver results through honest communication and dependable collaboration. Committed to fostering a productive work environment while driving efficiency and innovation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

District Sales Manager

Hayward Holdings
05.2016 - Current
  • Handle accounts of an extensive customer base across three states, achieving sales totaling over $7 million.
  • Maintained 100% Plus Sales Club status for exceptional results.
  • Awarded 2017 Region of the Year (South Central).
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Earned the title of South Central Region Salesman of the Year for outstanding performance in 2019.
  • Recognized for outstanding sales performance with the Final Four Winner 2019 certificate.
  • Earned a nomination for Pool Nations' prestigious 2024 Sales Representative of the Year award.
  • Achieved a comprehensive understanding of the Hayward product lines.
  • Achieved recognition in various sales competitions.
  • Maintained relationships with key accounts within the district in order to facilitate repeat business opportunities.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
  • Developed and significantly grew the assigned territory using strong engagement and product knowledge skills.
  • Worked with distribution to manage inventory to ensure that products were available when needed.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through the use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Sales Center Manager

SCP Distributors
Kilgore, Texas
11.2013 - 12.2015
  • Relocated to new site, overseeing construction and launch of SCP Sales Center.
  • Facilitated hiring process and organized workplace essentials for new opening.
  • Led a team of four employees to achieve $6.25 million in first-year sales.
  • Utilized seven years of experience to manage accounting, collections, sales, deliveries, training and overall operations with a small staff.
  • Serviced over 100 customers including builders, retail stores, and service pool companies.
  • Secured milestone of $1 million dollars in a single month by June 2015.
  • Expanded the team to seven employees in 2015 and achieved $7 million in sales revenue.
  • Achieved exemption from full inventory requirements for the sales center in 2015.

Operations Manager

SCP Distributors
Carrollton, Texas
04.2007 - 10.2013
  • Managed diverse workforce contributing to $18 million in annual sales with a robust 22% growth profit.
  • Directed activities of diverse personnel, including drivers, sales representatives (both inside and outside), warehouse staff, and administrative assistants at the largest branch in the company.
  • Provided services to more than 500 clients in various sectors including construction, retail, and pool services.
  • Managed inventory procurement valued between $2.5 million and $3.8 million.
  • Organized and executed yearly full-scale warehouse inventory audits.
  • Generated forecasts facilitating Early-Buy strategies.
  • Facilitated rapid purchasing in critical situations.
  • Developed and maintained inventory budgets efficiently.
  • Managed shipping and receiving operations for UPS and Freight line.
  • Tracked profit and loss reports.
  • Accumulate payments, verify and balance sales records every day, make banking deposits.
  • Coordinated safety protocols for branch operations.
  • Managed hazardous materials efficiently.
  • Managed employee hiring and termination processes.
  • Conducted training sessions for Managers In Training (MITs) consistently throughout the year.
  • Coordinated purchase and delivery for 25 truckloads of rebar within a two-week period through multiple vendors.
  • Conducted numerous audits successfully.
  • Guided clients with their product selection on a daily basis through phone calls and in-person interactions.

Assistant Operations Manager

SCP Distributors
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2005 - 03.2007
  • Enhanced stock organization through new inventory bin system.
  • Supervise everyday operations for warehouse workers.
  • Coordinated orders for over 30 vendors, handling amounts between $50 and $20,000+.
  • Coordinated routing of trucks to achieve up to 30 daily deliveries in high-demand periods.
  • Managed Early-buy programs and oversaw Emergency Buying.
  • Finished two MIT training programs.
  • Conducted thorough cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory.
  • Executed product delivery successfully.
  • Provided exceptional customer service at the sales counter.
  • Led annual comprehensive warehouse inventory audit.
  • Handled full warranty processes for several vendors.
  • Skilled in using Radio Frequency Guns/Scanners.
  • Engaged in educational sessions on logistics and procurement.
  • Managed shipping and receiving for both UPS and Freight lines.

Tutor Coordinator

TAMU Reads & Counts
College Station, Texas
08.2003 - 05.2005
  • Provided academic support to students from kindergarten through 8th grade at Neal Rec Center.
  • Planned and maintained timesheets and activity monitoring for twelve tutors managing more than 100 students.

Frozen Food Supervisor

Appletree Grocery Store
Bryan, Texas
05.2002 - 04.2005
  • Advanced from Cashier to inventory control.
  • Coordinated and maintained inventory for in-store frozen food products.

Education

Bachelors of Science Degree - Industrial Distribution

Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
05.2005

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Effective Time Management
  • Dedicated worker
  • Analytical Problem Solver
  • Team Management
  • Sales Effectiveness
  • Coaching Expertise
  • Inventory Control

References

  • Colin Kucera, (832) 620-0549, Regional Sales Manager - Hayward
  • Kurt Duhamell, (817) 657-5775, Director of South-Central Sales - Hayward
  • John Pierce, (501) 351-6002, Branch Manager PCS
  • Staci Wilson, (903) 952-9505, Owner of Azalea Pools

Affiliations

  • Chairmen of the Texas Pool & Spa Coalition 2021 - Current
    Conduct monthly meetings to discuss Pool & Spa industry
    Yearly visits to the Texas Capital to promote the Pool & Spa industry to legislation
    Review laws and regulations for industry
  • LSBSA Lindale Summer Baseball Softball Association 2017 - 2023
    Over 6 years I held several positions on the executive board: Softball Commissioner, Treasure and Vice President
    Coordinated and scheduled over 600 games each season with multiple cities
  • Homes Of Hope YWAM Ministry
    Raise money to fund building homes in San Salvador El Salvador. Travel to El Salvador to constructure the building of homes.

Timeline

District Sales Manager

Hayward Holdings
05.2016 - Current

Sales Center Manager

SCP Distributors
11.2013 - 12.2015

Operations Manager

SCP Distributors
04.2007 - 10.2013

Assistant Operations Manager

SCP Distributors
05.2005 - 03.2007

Tutor Coordinator

TAMU Reads & Counts
08.2003 - 05.2005

Frozen Food Supervisor

Appletree Grocery Store
05.2002 - 04.2005

Bachelors of Science Degree - Industrial Distribution

Texas A&M University

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