Chris Peters
Grand Rapids
Summary
Loyal, Educated, Hard-working Sales/Mgmt. Professional Looking for a long- term career with a company that values those who bring value to them.
Skilled in sales and customer relationship management, with background in diverse sales environments. Possess strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills critical for success in sales roles. Demonstrated ability to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty through effective sales tactics and service excellence. Contributed to significant growth in client base and revenue in previous positions by identifying new opportunities and optimizing sales processes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside/Outside Sales Coordinator
Service Professor
2024.04 - Current
- Developed an in-store marketing program for Lowes stores across the West Michigan area.
- Prospected for new HVAC and Whole Home Generator customers.
- Set sales appointments and followed up to close sales that were not completed.
- Distributed promotional materials and educated prospective customers on company products and services.
- Developed relationships with store managers and staff members.
- Coordinated marketing events at home and trade shows.
Owner
Futures Marketing Inc./CAP Holdings LLC.
1998.05 - Current
- Managed and/or invested in multiple entrepreneurial ventures, including: Wholesale Warehouse/Outside Sales, Convenience Store/Sandwich Shop, Fireworks Store, Prescription Delivery Service, Etc.
Senior Sales Professional
Byrider
2020.11 - 2024.04
- Assisted in marketing the new sales location and trained 3 other staff members.
- Set, attained, and exceeded monthly sales objectives.
- Acquired new leads and set appointments with prospective customers.
- Purchased and priced inventory according to market specifications.
Asst. Sales Mgr.
Ann Street/AutoStart/InstaCar
2015.10 - 2020.01
- Assisted with all duties required for auto sales and management of new vehicle dealerships.
- Set up weekly marketing plans, made sure all vehicles were 'front-line ready'.
- Developed on-line and social media marketing campaigns with targeted markets.
- Interacted with customers and developed relationships with vendors and lenders.
- Worked with financial institutions to maximize loan approval and meet monthly projections.
Operations Manager
TEM Concepts
2001.03 - 2013.08
- Implemented in-store marketing programs for clients such as DirecTV, Vizio, and Sharp.
- Trained and managed sales/marketing staff inside Best Buy, Sam's Club, and Costco for our clients.
- Hired, scheduled, and motivated the staff in morning meetings.
- Developed and maintained relationships with Best Buy, Sam's, and Costco Management Teams.
- Coordinated monthly conference calls with corporate to help keep all parties on the same page.
Education
Psychology, Business
University Of Illinois Champaign-Urbana
Champaign-UrbanaCollege Preparatory Curriculum in All Honors Program
DeLaSalle Institute
Skills
- Sales performance
- Management skills
- Leadership
- Enthusiasm
- Integrity
References
Available upon request
Awards
- Manager of The Year, Innovage, Innovage is a multinational distributor of wholesale dry goods.
- Presidents Award, Innovage, The Award is a $20,000 Piaget Polo Timepiece.
- Illinois State Scholar, Graduated in the top 1% of my class and 95th percentile on ACT/SAT.
- All-State/All Catholic League Athlete, Captain of the Football Team and played Baseball for 13 Seasons with multiple awards and accolades.
Languages
- Spanish
- English, Extensive Vocabulary
- Spanish, Basic Conversational
Timeline
Inside/Outside Sales Coordinator
Service Professor
2024.04 - Current
Senior Sales Professional
Byrider
2020.11 - 2024.04
Asst. Sales Mgr.
Ann Street/AutoStart/InstaCar
2015.10 - 2020.01
Operations Manager
TEM Concepts
2001.03 - 2013.08
Owner
Futures Marketing Inc./CAP Holdings LLC.
1998.05 - Current
Psychology, Business
University Of Illinois Champaign-Urbana
College Preparatory Curriculum in All Honors Program
DeLaSalle Institute