Chris Vale
Zionsville,United States
Summary
Dynamic Manager District Sales with over 23 years of experience in sales management and customer service. Demonstrated skills in territory management and sales forecasting, successfully exceeding quarterly targets while with Airgas. Proven track record in improving customer experiences through strategic management and effective training. Committed to leveraging unique expertise in optimizing sales operations to drive success and contribute to organizational goals.
Methodical Inventory Coordinator with a detail-oriented and organized mentality. Adept at handling high inventory volumes in busy settings with demanding objectives. Familiar with operating equipment such as forklifts and order pickers to move inventory.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Coordinator
Express Scripts
Whitestown, Indiana
08.2023 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure stock availability and minimize shortages.
- Coordinated incoming shipments and organized products for efficient storage.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain accurate inventory records and prevent discrepancies.
- Collaborated with suppliers to resolve issues related to orders and deliveries.
- Trained new staff on inventory management processes and best practices.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock movements and updates.
- Developed procedures for handling damaged or expired goods effectively.
- Identified discrepancies between actual stock and computer-generated reports.
- Coordinated cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Tracked expiration dates for products stored in the warehouse facility.
- Performed daily, weekly, or monthly reconciliations of inventory balances as required by management.
eCommerce Associate
Walmart Fulfillment Center
Zionsville, United States
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Drove exceptional customer experiences by diagnosing inventory discrepancies, accurately stocking shelves, and conducting meticulous cycle counts.
- Leveraged scanner technologies to optimize eCommerce operations and efficiently fulfill customer orders.
Senior Account Manager
Airgas
Indianapolis
03.1997 - 07.2020
- Operated as the company's account manager, integrating innovative strategies that elevated overall performance while providing leadership in sales, customer service, and territory management.
- Championed new business initiatives within an expansive territory, effectively managing a diverse pipeline to consistently surpass quarterly and yearly sales targets.
- Assumed comprehensive responsibility for sales forecasting, goal attainment, performance management, budgetary oversight, sales operations, and training, ensuring organizational success.
Customer Service Supervisor
Resort Condominiums International
Indianapolis
10.1984 - 03.1997
- Utilized efficient decision-making and strategic planning to oversee daily operations in the customer service department, including the management of a skilled team of service representatives.
- Resolved customer complaints and inquiries, facilitating an outstanding customer experience.
Education
Purdue - General Management
Purdue
West Lafayette, USASkills
- Account Management
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
- Strategic Prospecting
- Contract Negotiation
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Sales Consultation
- Customer Engagement
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Detail-oriented
- Problem Solver
- Sales Management
- Data Analysis
- Safety Management
- Market Analysis
- Coaching
- Communication
- Inventory management
- Inventory auditing
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Microsoft office
- Regulatory compliance
- Sales goals
Personal Information
Title: District Sales Manager
Timeline
Inventory Coordinator
Express Scripts
08.2023 - Current
eCommerce Associate
Walmart Fulfillment Center
09.2021 - 08.2023
Senior Account Manager
Airgas
03.1997 - 07.2020
Customer Service Supervisor
Resort Condominiums International
10.1984 - 03.1997
Purdue - General Management
Purdue