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William Billings

Fayetteville,NY

Summary

Seasoned professional with outstanding track record of delivering more than expected. Exceptional people skills, well versed in communicating with all levels of an organization. Eager for the right opportunity to learn and lend experience to strengthen supply chain, procurement, product management and people.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Uber Partner / Sabbatical

Uber
Fayetteville, NY
04.2020 - Current
  • Dedicated time to family and gaining valuable perspective.
  • Greeted passengers and provided a safe and comfortable ride to their destination. Spent time learning more about our community and people. Provided outstanding customer service with over 15000 rides and a 4.99 rating.

Senior Sales Executive

Vology/Trifecta Networks
Tampa, FL
03.2017 - 04.2020
  • Identified new business opportunities through research, customer feedback and industry analysis.
  • Executed innovative and cost-conscious solutions to address client's IT pain points.
  • Achieved cost savings through effective negotiation with vendors for the purchase of materials, supplies, and services.
  • Maintained strong client relationships through prompt inquiry responses and issue resolution.

Regional Sales Manager

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04.2014 - 03.2017
  • Coached, mentored, and evaluated a veteran team of sales representatives.
  • Implemented effective practices to achieve regional sales growth objectives.
  • Developed actionable strategies based on analysis of regional sales performance data.
  • Generated reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis detailing sales metrics, pipeline and forecasting.
  • Collaborated with team members and Senior Executives to analyze quarterly sales statistics and generate goals, strategy, and targets.

Product Manager/Market Maker

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03.2008 - 04.2014
  • Drove the implementation, marketing, and supervision of new product lines to enrich customer options and maximize financial performance.
  • Created product roadmaps to help guide new offerings.
  • Managed all aspects of launching new products, including pricing, purchasing, and stocking levels. Provided training and guidance to sales team to optimize profitability.
  • Built and fostered strong partnerships with critical vendors
  • Worked collaboratively with stakeholders to discuss new projects, supplies and initiatives for determining impact on purchasing activities.
  • Analyzed market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers to uncover opportunities to increase sales success.

Senior Product Manager

CXtec
Syracuse, NY
01.2003 - 03.2008
  • Created comprehensive product roadmaps to ensure alignment with sales objectives and customer needs.
  • Led the development of a pricing strategy to maximize revenue.
  • Coordinated product launches and promotional activities across multiple channels including web, email and sales interactions.
  • Worked closely with distribution and testing to ensure successful delivery of products.
  • Managed inventory to appropriate levels, managed aged assets and took actions to move and/or value accordingly.
  • Developed strong client relationships by effectively presenting and implementing tailored solutions in collaboration with the sales team.

Senior Buyer

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01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Maximized clients' asset recovery efforts through extensive partnership and negotiation with sales department for the acquisition of their pre-owned gear intended for remarketing.
  • Developed and maintained supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery of goods.
  • Drafted purchase orders, reviewed invoices, and negotiated terms and conditions of agreements with vendors.
  • Researched potential new sources, evaluated their capabilities, and established relationships with approved suppliers.

Distribution Center Operations Manager

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02.1998 - 01.2001
  • Managed all aspects of a 100,000 sq ft warehouse including technology remarketing production.
  • Established an organization of experienced individuals in leadership roles to guide and support various teams.
  • Ensured optimal workflow within the facility by coordinating staff assignments according to skill level and experience.
  • Participated in budget planning activities by providing input on operational needs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams within organization to develop best practices for warehouse operations.

Technology Remarketing Operations Manager

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01.1996 - 02.1998
  • Collaborated with senior management to verify direction and created an IT re-certification process that is still used today.
  • Enhanced overall performance and moral by effectively assigning individuals to positions that aligned with their capabilities and interests.
  • Maintained accurate, fluid inventory records tracking stock to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure all expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Reviewed production costs and product quality and modified inventory control programs to maintain and enhance annual business plan.

Transportation Associate

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03.1994 - 01.1996
  • Scheduled and monitored shipments to delivery on time and within budget.
  • Maintained records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking numbers, weights, costs, and other related data.
  • Negotiated with carriers to insure best service and price for our particular niche.
  • Maintained and nurtured relationships with vendors on the phone and on the docks.

Warehouse Worker

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03.1992 - 03.1994
  • Cleaned and repaired mainframe cables
  • Assembled and processed orders according to customer requests.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
01-1991

Skills

  • Situational Awareness
  • Negotiating best outcome always
  • People
  • Strategic with Big Picture in mind
  • Supply Chain
  • Customer Satisfaction

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Uber Partner / Sabbatical

Uber
04.2020 - Current

Senior Sales Executive

Vology/Trifecta Networks
03.2017 - 04.2020

Regional Sales Manager

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04.2014 - 03.2017

Product Manager/Market Maker

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03.2008 - 04.2014

Senior Product Manager

CXtec
01.2003 - 03.2008

Senior Buyer

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01.2001 - 01.2003

Distribution Center Operations Manager

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02.1998 - 01.2001

Technology Remarketing Operations Manager

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01.1996 - 02.1998

Transportation Associate

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03.1994 - 01.1996

Warehouse Worker

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03.1992 - 03.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Syracuse University

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