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Christopher Cooley

Lewis Bakeries
Brighton,IL
30
years of professional experience

Proven sales manager with expertise in relationship building and team training. Skilled in enhancing client loyalty and driving performance through strategic account management.

Work History

Salesmanager

29 Years 11 Months
Lewis Bakeries | 09.1996 - Current
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed a team of route sales representatives
  • Provided leadership, guidance and direction to sales team members, offering assistance with any need at any time.

Education

High School Diploma

Jerseyville Community High School | Jerseyville, IL | 05-1994

Skills

Relationship building
Sales team training
Staff management
Performance management
Client management
Assisted and very knowledgeable of multiple jobs within Lewis Bakeries

Accomplishments

    Have worked for lewis Bakeries for 29 years. Started out as a route salesman and promoted to route sales manager in 2019. In 2024, took over as a sale manager for some major and key accounts. I have been very versatile for Lewis Bakeries over the years, doing multiple jobs in the company. I have ran routes, ran overloads, merchandise stores, worked the dock when needed, etc. As a sales manager, most of my major accounts increase in sales every year. I always take pride in getting extra space and displays for the company and exceeding the previous years sales. Have hired and trained many employees.

Timeline

Salesmanager

Lewis Bakeries
09.1996 - CurrentRead More

Jerseyville Community High School

High School Diploma
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Christopher Cooley