BRUCE NIMZ
Pulaski,WI
Summary
Strategic Outside Sales Representative with expertise in client relationship management and contract negotiation. Specializes in delivering impactful product demonstrations and providing technical support to enhance customer satisfaction. Recognized for strong communication skills and effective negotiation tactics that drive sales growth and increase customer engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
TRUCK EQUIPMENT
Wausau, Wisconsin
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Cultivated client relationships to drive sales of truck equipment solutions.
- Generated sales by prospecting, negotiating contracts and closing.
- Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements.
- Facilitated product demonstrations to highlight equipment features and benefits, resulting in increased customer engagement.
- Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
- Handled customer inquiries and ensured prompt follow-up communications to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Followed up with customers after sale and delivery to ensure satisfaction and resolve any issues that arise.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions in the CRM system.
- Provided technical support to existing customers regarding product usage and installation.
Outside Sales Representative
OLSON TRAILER AND BODY
Green Bay, Wisconsin
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Cultivated client relationships to enhance adoption of truck equipment solutions.
- Analyzed market trends to uncover and target potential sales opportunities.
- Attended industry trade shows to network and gather leads for potential clients.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions in the CRM system.
- Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products, and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
- Informed customers on product features and technical details to clarify value.
- Collaborated closely with internal departments to ensure successful execution of campaigns.
- Monitored industry trends and kept abreast of new developments in the marketplace.
Outside Sales Representative
FLEET PRIDE
Green Bay
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Cultivated strong client relationships to effectively promote truck solutions.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions in CRM to enhance follow-up efforts.
- Conducted follow-ups with customers post-sale and delivery to ensure satisfaction and address any issues.
- Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email.
- Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
- Demonstrated products to potential customers and answered questions to close sales.
- Managed accounts by providing solutions that best fit the customer's needs.
- Researched potential clients, identified decision makers and developed relationships with them.
Education
High School Diploma -
BAY PORT HIGH SCHOOL
Suamico, WI05-1984
Skills
- Field sales
- Sales forecasting
- Client relationship management
- Client relationship development
- Cold calling
- Product demonstration
- Contract negotiation
- CRM utilization
- Customer follow-up
- Customer Service-oriented
- Customer service
- Client development
- Effective communication
- Phone and email etiquette
- Self-sufficient
- Relationship cultivation
Affiliations
Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook
Salesforce
QuickBooks
PHOCAS
Salesforce
QuickBooks
PHOCAS
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
TRUCK EQUIPMENT
11.2024 - 02.2026
Outside Sales Representative
OLSON TRAILER AND BODY
05.2021 - 11.2024
Outside Sales Representative
FLEET PRIDE
02.2021 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
BAY PORT HIGH SCHOOL