CHRISTOPHER BRAXTON
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Perceptive Salesman offering multiple years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in developing lasting relationships in order to promote repeat business partners, devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Estimator
Redstone Fencing
08.2022 - Current
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
Field Sales Officer
Athens Fence Company
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Analyzed and minimized costs to meet appropriate margin levels.
- Managed contracts and operations at customer sites to encourage safe working conditions, compliance and financial performance.
- Delivered process improvement solutions to achieve organizational objectives and key metric targets.
- Cultivated cross-functional partnerships with sales and support teams to achieve commercial and departmental objectives.
- Accompanied sales representatives on site visits to resolve issues and foster and build relationships.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
Sales Manager
Eco Pro Pest & Turf Management
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Sales Manager
Golds Gym
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
Education
Associate of Science - Military Science
Marion Military Institute
Marion, ALSkills
- Estimate Preparation
- Presentation Development
- Project Planning
- Construction Cost Estimates
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Commercial Construction
- Vendor Relationships
- Proposal Writing
- Blueprint Analysis
- Client Consultation
- Project Management
- Proposal Development
Timeline
Lead Estimator
Redstone Fencing
08.2022 - Current
Field Sales Officer
Athens Fence Company
10.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Manager
Eco Pro Pest & Turf Management
05.2019 - 09.2021
Sales Manager
Golds Gym
01.2016 - 03.2019
Associate of Science - Military Science
Marion Military Institute
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