Christian Gericke
Portland,OR
Summary
Dynamic sales leader with 18 years in architectural and industrial coatings. Industry knowledge of coatings and specification compliance. Experience developing and maintaining working relationships with general and painting subcontractors as well as architects and designers. Expert in brand recognition and relationship building, with accolades like 2019 PDX Metro Sales Rep of the Year. Specializes in targeted account growth and vendor relationship management, consistently achieving above-target sales and margins.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Miller Paint Company
Portland, OR
01.2016 - Current
- Increased sales growth within territory from $1.1M to $2.6M.
- Continuously achieves above-target sales and margins.
- Developed long-term professional relationships with key outside vendors.
- Recognized as 2019 PDX Metro Sales Rep of the Year.
- Oversaw multi-million-dollar projects from bid submission through completion.
- Enhanced the management of essential accounts and drove new business opportunities.
Outside Sales Representative
Kelly Moore Paints
San Carlos, CA
11.2012 - 12.2015
- Expanded territory revenue from $500K to $2.2M.
- Recognized as Industrial Sales Representative of the Year in 2012.
- Created customized presentations for prospective clients based on their needs.
Store Manager
Kelly Moore Paints
San Francisco, CA
04.2007 - 11.2012
- Led successful launch and management of company's largest commercial site.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Facilitated marketing events aimed at enhancing brand recognition.
Bar Manager
Half Moon Bay Inn
Half Moon Bay, CA
08.2003 - 03.2007
- Successfully managed family-owned bar and restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis06-2003
Skills
- Brand Recognition Growth
- Extensive Product Familiarity
- Targeted Account Growth
- Effective Prospecting Strategies
- Relationship building
- Networking techniques
- Problem-solving
- Vendor Relationship Management
Certification
- NACE/AMPP CIP Level 1 #472090
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Miller Paint Company
01.2016 - Current
Outside Sales Representative
Kelly Moore Paints
11.2012 - 12.2015
Store Manager
Kelly Moore Paints
04.2007 - 11.2012
Bar Manager
Half Moon Bay Inn
08.2003 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Oregon State University
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