Christopher Dejongh
Johnston
Summary
Operational management professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at process optimization, strategic planning, and resource management. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in leadership, performance analysis, and workflow improvement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Sales Leader
Bimbo® Bakeries USA
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced product knowledge within the sales team through continuous training and workshops.
- Negotiated contracts skillfully, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for both clients and the company.
- Maximized lead generation efforts through targeted prospecting campaigns in collaboration with marketing teams.
- Established and oversaw collaborative relationships with independent sales representatives and market-specific dealers.
Sales Center Leader
Bimbo® Bakeries USA
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees on [Product or Service] and assigned duties.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of [Number] employees in [Type] establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
- Overcame challenging deadlines and resource limitations by reallocating personnel and focusing on priority tasks.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
Route Specialist
Bimbo Bakeries
07.2015 - 03.2021
- Cover routes out of multiple depots within the state
- With the goal to maintain and increase sales and customer service
- Assist the TSM's in their day to day activities and work in place of them if needed
- Assist and teach RSR's on how to grow their business while decreasing stale
- Observing and implementing all safety strategies that the company has in place
- Keeping the depot maintained, organized, and making sure there is proper inventory of needed supplies
- Give input on how to expand our brand and effectively implement those strategies
Sr. Sales Representative
Mondelez Intl.
07.2007 - 07.2015
- Increased sales volume by adding accounts in the territory
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities
- Visited clients on-site to give benefit-oriented sales presentations
- Assisted the district manager in his day to day activities
Dept. Manager
Fareway Grocery
06.2002 - 07.2006
- Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store
- Recorded and maintained inventory
- Increased profits through effective sales training and troubleshooting profit loss areas
- Maintained records related to sales
- Developed positive customer relations through excellent service
- Trained and served as a peer coach for new sales associates
Education
Associate of Arts - Marketing/ Management
DMACC
Ankeny, IA03.2025
Kaplan University
Urbandale, IASkills
- Persuasive negotiator
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Energetic and driven
- Dependable
- Excellent communication skills
- Motivated team player
- Excellent work ethic
- Superior organizational skills
Timeline
Operational Sales Leader
Bimbo® Bakeries USA
04.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Center Leader
Bimbo® Bakeries USA
03.2021 - 04.2023
Route Specialist
Bimbo Bakeries
07.2015 - 03.2021
Sr. Sales Representative
Mondelez Intl.
07.2007 - 07.2015
Dept. Manager
Fareway Grocery
06.2002 - 07.2006
Kaplan University
Associate of Arts - Marketing/ Management
DMACC
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