Results-driven professional seeking position as Account Manager, Inside Sales or Buyer position. Focused on performance and flexible with specific needs of different assignments. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager/Corporate Account Manager
GoExpedi Inc, Texas
Houston, TX
02.2021 - Current
Worked in SAP, Ariba and GEP by smart as Vendor Assisted Buyer
Coordinated full sales lifecycle from proposal development to closings and follow-up.
Knowledgeable of Mill Tool and Safety supplies
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential
Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications
Followed up with customers to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns
Used digital methods and traditional telephone approaches to generate sales leads u
Major player in creation and implementation of RFID Zone store solution
Help bring Major accounts to GoExpedi
Processed material orders and Service Orders
Help with analytics solution design for individual accounts
Help bring in key Manufactures and Supplier
Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Worked independently with minimal supervision.
Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
Prioritized tasks and projects to meet tight deadlines.
Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
Developed new business relationships and maintained existing through regular communications and effective account management.
Prepared and deliver customer sales quotes.
Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions, and close deals.
Met or exceeded sales, customer service and loyalty program standards.
Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
Liaised between clients and support team to quickly resolve issues.
Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
Negotiated prices for products and freights to reduce cost of acquisition by achieving lower price
Analyzed account details such as usage, sales data and client comments to enhance understanding of effectiveness and client needs
Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth
Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty
Sold new products and services and developed new accounts to maximize revenue potential
Listened attentively to client feedback to create stronger relations and shape business
Oversaw new business development to generate sales leads, negotiate client pricing and forecast revenue
Inside Sales Representative
Distribution Now
Theodore, Alabama
10.2011 - 01.2021
Work without supervision to quote and process orders for company's largest customer base
Responsible for ongoing development of existing and prospective accounts
Interact with both customers and vendors to complete sales orders and follow them through invoicing process
SAP, Ariba and GEP by smart system as Vender Assisted Buyer
Knowledgeable of Mill Tool and Safety
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential
Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications
Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns
Used digital methods and traditional telephone approaches to generate sales leads
Collaborated with vendor representatives and company customers to set up optimal delivery schedules.
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Determined needs, delivered solutions and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
Created and updated customer accounts with relevant information.
Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
Set up new accounts, established customer credit, and set up payment methods.
Used digital methods and traditional telephone approaches to generate sales leads.
Wrote sales contracts for orders obtained and submitted orders for processing.
Collected information on sales and service issues to coordinate team-wide resolutions.
Inside Sales Representative
Gulf Coast Marine Supply
Pascagoula, MS
01.2010 - 01.2011
Work without supervision to quote and process orders for company's largest customer base
Interact with both customers and vendors to complete sales orders and follow them through invoicing process
Worked in SAP System to create, develop and maintain accounts
I also worked in customers SAP, Ariba and GEP by smart system to quote and enter orders as Vender Assisted Buyer
Knowledgeable of Mill Tool and Safety
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential
Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns
Collaborated with vendor representatives and company customers to set up optimal delivery schedules.
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Determined needs, delivered solutions and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
Emphasized product features based on analysis of customers' needs.
Created and updated customer accounts with relevant information.
Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
Used digital methods and traditional telephone approaches to generate sales leads.
Wrote sales contracts for orders obtained and submitted orders for processing.
Communicated sales promotions to customers to grow average customer account size and maintain strong revenue streams.
Managed and recorded leads from outbound telephone marketing.
Associate Buyer/ Material Requisition Clerk
Universal Personnel
Pascagoula, MS
01.2005 - 01.2011
Send out Request for Quotes upwards of 20 per day
Create / Amend Service Orders in Ariba
Create / Amend Service Orders in PassPort
Create / Amend Purchase Orders in Ariba
Create / Amend Purchase Orders in Passport
Work past due reports and resolve
Track material for customers
Maintain Customer/Vendor relationship
Create and Maintain Folders for Single Event Contracts
Work Promptly and Accurately in Busy Work Environment
Zachry Construction
Maintained timely product deliveries by effectively communicating with vendors, merchants and distribution center.
Negotiated pricing for materials and supplies from vendors to secure best value.
Assisted Stock Buyer in maintaining accurate inventory levels.
Prepared in-depth reports regarding orders, sales and costs and distributed weekly to appropriate management staff.
Took tours of supplier facilities to establish lasting relationships and see products in person.
Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Created hands-on training program for newly hired employees to acclimate each person to company policies and procedures and individual job duties.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Senior Clerk
Northrop Grumman Ship Systems
Pascagoula, MS
01.1998 - 01.2003
Develop and maintain department filing systems
Maintain employee records
Set up meetings and organized supporting materials.
Complete head count, tool report, and administrative duties on daily basis with little input from supervisor
Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pascagoula High School
Pascagoula, MS
05.1994
Skills
Customer Relationship Development
Consultative/Solution Based Selling
Contract Negotiation
Sourcing Specialist
Meeting goals to increase revenue, margin, and market share