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Chad Honea

Chad Honea

Flint,TX

Summary

Very Accomplished Large Format Sales Representative at PepsiCo, adept in sales strategy development and possessing superior communication skills. Leveraged unique sales approach to exceed quotas by over 35%, enhancing customer relationships and driving revenue growth. Expert in problem-solving, consistently delivering innovative solutions and achieving significant sales milestones. Was number 1 sales rep not in just my territory, but the entire Mesquite market most periods.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Large Format Sales Representative

PepsiCo
01.2024 - Current
  • Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue
  • Created and implemented new sales tactics based on customer locations and demographics to drive sales and increase revenue
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Produced remarkable sales and enhanced numbers through ongoing account servicing.
  • Addressed each customers' needs and wants to recommend suitable product options.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Leveraged proven sales methods to increase revenue and surpass sales objectives.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
  • Created and implemented marketing strategies and proposed innovative ideas to customers.
  • Scheduled, updated and maintained product preparations and customer promotions.
  • Interacted with problematic accounts, helping to build lasting rapport and boosting revenue opportunities.
  • Demonstrated products and specific features at customer locations and special events.
  • Supported customers continuously from sales process to product set-up and use.
  • Maintained sales tracking reports to support operational enhancements and implement corrective actions.
  • Branded products through effective salesmanship and maintained long-term relationships with clients.
  • Enhanced product exposure to customers by negotiating display position and adhering to merchandising standards.
  • Managed sales plan activities, promotions and product launches resulting in expanded revenues and branding.
  • Resolved order issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Kept detailed records of inventories, completed sales and customer information to enhance customer experiences.

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
03.2023 - 01.2024


  • Made sure products were at or near 100% in stock at all times
  • Organized, condensed and cleaned back stock areas.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at several locations by following established planograms.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
  • Investigated current trends and innovative techniques to create unique displays.
  • Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
  • Used props and lighting to enhance appearance and visibility of displays.
  • Monitored store traffic and customer engagement to determine display effectiveness.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance and repair of displays for longevity.
  • Developed themes, props and lighting for merchandise displays.
  • Utilized paper, fabric and props to create displays.
  • Proposed new ideas and concepts to enhance merchandise displays.
  • Incorporated new design techniques to create innovative and eye-catching displays.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Made sure products were presented to the customers on the sales floor in the most appealing way possible
  • Analyzed customer feedback and shopper trends to inform display designs.

Freight Broker

Self-Non-Stop Logistics LLC
01.1996 - 11.2018

Owner. Handled all day to day operations. . Sales and Marketing. Customer Service. Dispatched drivers.

Education

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Sales And Marketing

Baker College
Flint, MI

High School Diploma -

Longview High School
Longview, TX
05.1999

Skills

  • Sales strategy development
  • Closing deals
  • Prospecting techniques
  • Account development
  • Team building
  • B2B and B2C sales
  • Product or service sales
  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Post-sales support
  • Communication Skills
  • Reliability
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Price Negotiation
  • Multitasking
  • Closing Techniques
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Time management abilities
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Sales Training
  • Meeting Sales Goals
  • Client Retention
  • Strategic selling
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Presentation Skills
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Product Knowledge
  • Sales pitch development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Listening Skills
  • Promotional planning
  • Professionalism
  • Sales process management
  • New customer acquisition
  • Product Launches
  • Inside and outside sales
  • Product management and pricing
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Networking abilities
  • Territory Management
  • Adaptability
  • Product positioning
  • Business Development
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Product and service knowledge

Timeline

Large Format Sales Representative

PepsiCo
01.2024 - Current

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
03.2023 - 01.2024

Freight Broker

Self-Non-Stop Logistics LLC
01.1996 - 11.2018

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Sales And Marketing

Baker College

High School Diploma -

Longview High School
Chad Honea