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Brandon DeSpain

Chico,CA

Summary

Dynamic Sales Manager with a proven track record at Ferguson Enterprises LLC, excelling in revenue growth and strategic planning. Expert in market analysis and pricing strategy, I successfully expanded market share while leading high-performing teams. Committed to enhancing customer relationships and driving sales performance through data-driven insights and effective training initiatives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Ferguson Enterprises LLC
Chico, CA
07.2016 - 03.2025
  • Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for target customers.
  • Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
  • Implemented process changes to streamline sales department workflow.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Store Manager

Walgreens
Chico, CA
01.2009 - 08.2015
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
  • Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
  • Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.

Education

High School Diploma -

Paradise Senior High School
Paradise, CA
05-2007

Some College (No Degree) -

Butte College
Oroville, CA

Skills

  • Sales forecasting
  • Market analysis
  • Pricing strategy
  • Customer relationship management
  • Revenue growth
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Sales training
  • Data analytics
  • Performance metrics
  • Inventory management
  • Sales and market development
  • KPI analysis
  • Sales planning
  • Process improvement
  • Marketing strategy
  • Sales expertise

Timeline

Sales Manager

Ferguson Enterprises LLC
07.2016 - 03.2025

Store Manager

Walgreens
01.2009 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

Paradise Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Butte College
Brandon DeSpain