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Christian Bland

Goodrich

Summary

Seasoned sales professional, knowledgeable about selling vehicles, and bringing several years of customer relations experience. Skilled at demonstrating products and closing sales with tenacious and driven approach. Talented networker with expertise in cold calling, strategic planning and task prioritization focused on maximizing efficiency and sales success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Professional

Planet Ford
2021.02 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with customers through personalized service, enhancing client loyalty and repeat business.
  • Developed strategic sales plans for driving growth in key market segments, resulting in significant business expansion.
  • Utilized CRM software tools effectively for tracking client interactions, follow-ups, deals progressions.
  • Mentored junior colleagues in mastering consultative selling techniques that prioritize understanding customer needs over pushing products.
  • I was given a certificate by one our Ford reps for winning a walk around competition on the Ford Lightning, which made me the primary EV sales rep.
  • I was chosen by the GM to make professional and detailed videos on our custom trucks, those videos are currently on our dealer website.

Sales Professional

Premier Autoplex
2018.08 - 2020.11
  • Maintained consistent quality sales by developing and deepening positive customer connections.
  • Applied prospecting expertise to generate and pursue leads, setting up appointments and site visits to maintain budding relationships.
  • Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements.
  • Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
  • Conducted on-site product demonstrations to highlight features, answer customer questions and redirect concerns toward positive aspects.

Construction Laborer

Diamond Construction And Custom Trim
2018.03 - 2018.07
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity.
  • Used required tools to complete jobs, including hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices.
  • Boosted team efficiency and project requirements by correctly operating site equipment.
  • Communicated with equipment operators to effectively assign equipment and manage smooth materials movements.
  • Learned how to complete trim work and lay tile with minimal supervision, contributing to successful results.

Education

High School Diploma -

Paces Paideia Classical School
Willis, TX
07.2018

Skills

  • Point of Sale Knowledge
  • Sales Goals
  • Business Development
  • Sales Strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Prospecting Clients
  • Product Knowledge
  • Lead Generation
  • Upselling
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Sales training

Additional Information

Through the education I received at my school and experience in life, I've developed very well leadership, citizenship, and communication skills.

I'm very driven and disciplined. I have a set routine everyday to keep my days as profitable as possible.

I'm always willing to learn, and I never think I know too much to not take advice from someone else.

Timeline

Sales Professional

Planet Ford
2021.02 - Current

Sales Professional

Premier Autoplex
2018.08 - 2020.11

Construction Laborer

Diamond Construction And Custom Trim
2018.03 - 2018.07

High School Diploma -

Paces Paideia Classical School
Christian Bland