Benito De La Cruz
Molalla
Summary
Sales professional prepared for role with robust background in driving regional sales growth and fostering client relationships. Proven track record of implementing strategic sales plans and achieving targets. Known for strong team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing market conditions. Skilled in leadership, communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Wellmade Floors
03.2012 - Current
- Lead regional sales team to exceed targets, boosting revenue by 12% annually.
- Develop strategic partnerships, enhancing market presence and customer base.
- Implement data-driven sales strategies, achieving consistent growth.
- Mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Spearheaded regional sales initiatives, achieving substantial improvements in market penetration and client retention.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop tailored flooring solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, enabling strategic adjustments that resulted in marked gains in quarterly revenue.
- Implemented a CRM system to streamline customer interactions, significantly improving response times and service quality.
- Fostered a positive team environment, motivating staff through training and mentorship, leading to noticeable results in team performance.
- Led a regional sales team to consistently surpass targets, driving significant revenue growth and enhancing market competitiveness.
Warehouse Manager
Wellmade Floors
01.2007 - 03.2012
- Managed warehouse operations, improved efficiency, reduced costs, ensured timely deliveries.
- Led a team to optimize inventory processes, resulting in reduced waste and increased accuracy.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety and minimizing incidents.
- Streamlined logistics, achieving faster order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with suppliers, maintaining strong relationships and consistent supply chain flow.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, achieving substantial improvements in order accuracy and reducing fulfillment delays.
- Analyzed warehouse operations to identify bottlenecks, implementing solutions that enhanced workflow efficiency and improved throughput.
- Fostered strong communication between teams to ensure timely deliveries, strengthening relationships with suppliers and boosting client satisfaction.
- Implemented a new tracking system for shipments, resulting in noticeable gains in visibility and accountability across the supply chain.
- Mentored staff in best practices for safety and efficiency, cultivating a positive work environment and enhancing team performance.
Reserve Officer
Aurora Police Department
03.2005 - 07.2007
- Assisted in community policing, enhancing public safety and trust.
- Collaborated with senior officers to resolve incidents, ensuring swift response.
- Conducted patrols, reducing local crime rates through proactive measures.
- Engaged in training sessions, improving skills in law enforcement tactics.
- Supported investigations, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Conducted routine patrols and responded to incidents, enhancing public safety and reducing response times.
- Monitored crime trends and reported findings, enabling data-driven strategies for crime prevention and resource allocation.
- Worked alongside community organizations to organize events, strengthening community relations and promoting safety awareness.
Material Handler
Appleton Papers
07.2000 - 01.2007
- Managed inventory flow to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Coordinated logistics, resulting in improved supply chain reliability and cost savings.
- Ensured safety compliance, reducing workplace incidents and fostering a secure environment.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring accurate stock levels and reducing order fulfillment delays.
- Maintained safety protocols and equipment inspections, contributing to a safer workplace and minimizing incident reports.
- Analyzed shipment schedules and delivery routes, resulting in improved logistics and timely product availability.
- Fostered a positive team environment, encouraging communication and collaboration among colleagues to boost morale.
- Implemented inventory tracking systems, achieving substantial improvements in stock accuracy and reducing order discrepancies.
Gas Attendant
Molalla Chevron
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Assisted customers with fuel services, enhancing satisfaction and ensuring safety standards.
- Managed daily transactions accurately, maintaining error-free cash handling.
- Maintained cleanliness of service areas, contributing to a welcoming environment.
- Collaborated with team to improve efficiency, achieving faster service times.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, enhancing overall service experience.
- Provided excellent customer service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere that fostered customer loyalty and repeat visits.
- Managed fuel dispensing operations, leading to reduced wait times and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and customer service standards, promoting team cohesion and operational efficiency.
Education
GED -
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City03.2005
Skills
- Team Leadership (Experienced), Conflict Resolution (Experienced), Time Management (Expert), Inventory Control (Expert)
- Sales Techniques (Experienced), Process Improvement (Experienced), Customer Retention (Expert)
- Microsoft Outlook (Experienced), Forklift Operator (Expert), Warehouse Management (Expert), Word (Experienced), Excel (Experienced), Power point (Experienced), PDF (Experienced)
- Sales leadership
- Customer service
- Strategic planning
- Business development and planning
- Sales expertise
- Deal closing
- Business development
- Relationship selling
- Account development
- Training and mentoring
- Lead generation
- Account management
- Territory expansion
- Project management
- Contract negotiations
- Operations
- Sales initiatives and techniques
- Partnership development
- Sales tracking
- Competitor analysis
- Effective multitasking
- Territory management
- Territory growth
- Client account management
- Sales presentations
- Product knowledge
- Negotiation and persuasion
- Conflict resolution
- Customer base development
- Presentations and public speaking
- Proposal development
- CRM software
- Customer support
- Product expertise
- Customer needs assessment
- Goals and performance
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
- Improved operations efficiency [number]% with implementation of various process improvements.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved Claims which led to more sales
- Achieved Sales through effectively helping with orders.
- Achieved accurate inventory by introducing Netsuite for
Personal Information
Date of Birth: Oct 14, 1981
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Wellmade Floors
03.2012 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Wellmade Floors
01.2007 - 03.2012
Reserve Officer
Aurora Police Department
03.2005 - 07.2007
Material Handler
Appleton Papers
07.2000 - 01.2007
Gas Attendant
Molalla Chevron
01.1996 - 01.1999
GED -
Clackamas Community College