Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Caity Lear

Toledo,OH

Summary

Outside sales specialist with strength in negotiations, e-commerce and customer service. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Outside Sales Account Executive

Midwest Tapes
04.2023 - Current
  • Expanded market share by identifying growth opportunities and executing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Utilized software to effectively manage leads, track progress, and maintain organized records of all sales activities.
  • Developed lasting relationships with clients through consistent communication, understanding their needs, and offering relevant solutions.
  • Participated in trade shows and industry events to build brand awareness and establish strategic partnerships with key influencers.
  • Exceeded quota targets regularly by maintaining a robust pipeline of opportunities, nurturing leads, and closing deals effectively.
  • Achieved regional sales goals consistently by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing key accounts.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies to stay ahead of the curve in a competitive landscape.
  • Spearheaded territory expansion initiatives by conducting thorough research on prospective industries and devising targeted outreach campaigns accordingly.
  • Trained new team members on best practices for outside sales techniques, resulting in improved performance across the board.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in increased repeat business and client referrals.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to diverse audiences, demonstrating product value and addressing potential concerns.
  • Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
  • Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to increase revenue in assigned territories.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase revenue.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.

Inside Sales Account Executive

Midwest Tape
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed new business opportunities for the company by conducting market research and identifying potential clients to target.
  • Negotiated pricing programs with new clients to maintain consistent revenue flow while protecting profit margin.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, sharing best practices, and celebrating successes with colleagues.
  • Provided cost-effective solutions to meet targeted account needs.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with existing clients to identify upselling opportunities and maintain ongoing communication.
  • Supported the development of sales collateral such as brochures, presentations, and case studies to showcase product benefits during client interactions.
  • Mentored junior team members to help them reach their full potential within the role of Inside Sales Account Executive.
  • Demonstrated excellent presentation skills when pitching products or services during client meetings or video conferences.
  • Enhanced sales performance through continuous sales training and skill enhancement as professional phone salesperson.
  • Utilized software to track leads, manage pipelines, and analyze overall performance metrics for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Stayed informed of industry trends and competitor offerings to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Optimized sales strategies by collaborating with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns that resonated with specific audience segments.

Customer Service Specialist

Midwest Tape
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Handled escalated calls calmly, finding resolutions that satisfied both the company and the customer''s needs.
  • Managed high call volume while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor.
  • Assisted new employees with training, sharing best practices for handling difficult situations and achieving positive outcomes.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in company policies or procedures ensuring consistency in delivering accurate information to customers.
  • Provide initial customer account setup assistance and walkthrough

• Review budget control options with the customer

• Answer customer questions regarding account setup and maintenance

• Initiate follow-up communications after the initial setup

• Answer customers' questions about the general platform, applications, websites, supported devices, content, etc.

• Effectively communicate with other digital staff and sales reps • Maintain an ongoing list of all customer concerns, problems, suggestions and opportunities for improvement.

• Prioritize identified concerns and improvement opportunities and forward to the appropriate personnel for corrective action

• Identify customers’ specific needs and recommend the best total solution for that customer.

• Provide ongoing support by phone and email.

• Review and compile comments, concerns and suggestions from social media communications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bluffton High School
Bluffton, OH
04.2019

Skills

  • Strategic Prospecting
  • Cold-calling
  • Territory Management
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking ability
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Motivated Team Player
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship cultivation
  • Positive outlook
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Approachable
  • Relationship Building
  • High Energy
  • Sales Presentations
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Social Media Marketing
  • B2B Sales
  • Account Management
  • Sales proposal creation
  • Opportunity Identification
  • Competitor Analysis
  • Upselling techniques

Timeline

Outside Sales Account Executive

Midwest Tapes
04.2023 - Current

Inside Sales Account Executive

Midwest Tape
04.2022 - 04.2023

Customer Service Specialist

Midwest Tape
08.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Bluffton High School
Caity Lear