Bradley Purdue
Junction City,KS
Summary
Proficient in cultivating client relationships and driving brand loyalty. Demonstrated success in problem-solving and enhancing team productivity across diverse industries. Ready to leverage expertise to achieve strategic sales objectives and foster long-term business success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Director
Valor Automotive
Junction City, KS
01.2021 - Current
- Directed sales strategy development, increasing market penetration and revenue growth.
- Managed cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction initiatives.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product positioning and competitive strategies.
- Implemented training programs for sales personnel, improving team performance and productivity.
- Top Salesman of the dealership most months. Currently 3 months in Row.
- Cultivated relationships with key clients, driving repeat business and brand loyalty.
Engineering Inspector
Kaw Valley Engineering
Junction City, KS
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted thorough inspections of engineering projects to ensure compliance with safety regulations and specifications.
- Evaluated construction materials and methods, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop inspection schedules, enhancing workflow efficiency and project timelines.
- Mentored junior inspectors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to quality standards.
Manager
Gross Wrecker Service
Junction City, KS
01.2014 - 03.2020
- Led daily operations to ensure efficient wrecker service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Streamlined dispatch processes, improving response times for emergency calls.
- Managed fleet maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal vehicle readiness and safety compliance.
- This was a failing business I took over loosing $10K a month. The intention was to buy the business. After several years of successful operation the family still would not sell the business as originally planned. I then chose to pursue a different oppertunity.
Driver
Livingston Trucking
Abilene, KS
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Ensured timely delivery of cattle across regional routes, maintaining adherence to schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed route planning to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce travel time.
- Trained and mentored junior drivers on best practices for safe driving and logistics management.
Manager
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
07.2008 - 06.2013
- I managed and helped build a horse training and breeding program with the Animal Science Department at the University. This included research projects, breeding and shipping breeding supplies all over the US, developing a cliental of breeding customers, and teaching classes.
- I was nominated and won a non faculty teaching award for all my efforts and success with the classes I was professor of record on.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kanas State University
Manhattan, KSSkills
- Sales training and leadership
- Revenue growth
- Sales funnel management
- Sales team training
- Current CDL and medical card for 30 years
- Run or Manged all types of businesses with different goals and structures
- Great at finding common sense approaches and problem solving skills
Accomplishments
- During the five years I have been in Sales I have been the top Salesman the majority of the time.
- I have developed my sales skills long before having a sales position buy selling people on my own skills and abilities as well as developing business buy doing the same for the companies I was helping to succeed.
- Recognized in many ways such as winning a teaching award at Kansas State University for my work and efforts.
Timeline
Sales Director
Valor Automotive
01.2021 - Current
Engineering Inspector
Kaw Valley Engineering
03.2020 - 12.2021
Manager
Gross Wrecker Service
01.2014 - 03.2020
Driver
Livingston Trucking
06.2013 - 03.2014
Manager
Kansas State University
07.2008 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Kanas State University