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Brian Bergman

Union Rescue Mission
Wichita,KS
Brian Bergman
35
years of professional experience

To obtain a position within the organization that is mutually beneficial to both the organization and myself.

Work History

Guest Services Associate

2 Years
Union Rescue Mission | 09.2024 - Current

Responsible for all frontline activities with overnight guests as well as with program men. Daily check-in of overnight guests. Mentoring and fostering positive relationship building with both overnight and program men. Executing and enforcing URM'S policies. Working with other reporting lines including case management, ministry, administration, etc. Building a Christ centered focus with guests and staff.

Inside Sales Representative

19 Years 6 Months
Mid-Am Building Supply | 11.2004 - 05.2024
  • Developing and maintaining client relationships, generating leads, and closing sales from an office or remote working location such as the employee’s home.
  • Working with both existing and new customers, utilizing various communication methods such as telephone, email, as well as various social media and other communication platforms.
  • Lead Generation
  • Relationship Building
  • Quote / Order Generation w/ Internal & External Systems
  • Sales Target Achievement
  • Collaboration with Other Personnel & Departments
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Pro-Desk Manager

2 Years
Home Depot | 01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Oversaw contractor sales, boosting revenue through strategic partnerships and service improvements.
  • Managed a team to enhance customer satisfaction, resulting in higher client retention rates.
  • Implemented inventory controls, reducing stock discrepancies and improving order accuracy.
  • Developed training programs for staff, enhancing product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Resolved client issues efficiently, leading to a notable increase in positive feedback.

Store Management

10 Years
Payless Cashways, Inc. | 01.1992 - 01.2002
  • Managed and oversaw all aspects of the operations of the store, including Store Sales, Operations, and Commercial Sales Functions.
  • Sales Forecasting, Budget Creation and Achievement.
  • Personnel Operations, Staff Development, reporting to District and Corporate Leadership, Proper Inventory Control, Etc.

Education

Bachelor's of Science - Business Management

Upper Iowa University | Des Moines, IA | 12-1991
Graduated with honors Cum Laude.

High School Diploma

Dike Community Schools | 05-1986
Attended Elementary, Junior High, and High School.

Skills

Market Research
Sales Presentation
Customer Retention
Product Knowledge
Team Leadership
Strategic Planning
Market Segmentation
Organizational Operations

Timeline

Guest Services Associate

Union Rescue Mission
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

Inside Sales Representative

Mid-Am Building Supply
11.2004 - 05.2024Read More

Pro-Desk Manager

Home Depot
01.2002 - 01.2004Read More

Store Management

Payless Cashways, Inc.
01.1992 - 01.2002Read More

Dike Community Schools

High School Diploma
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Upper Iowa University

Bachelor's of Science from Business Management
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Brian Bergman