Christopher Henderson
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Seasoned professional in general and operations management with comprehensive experience leading teams, optimizing processes, and implementing cost-effective strategies. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency, consistently improving workflow and reducing costs. Proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Pick Your Price Yard Care
Vancouver, WA
01.2017 - 01.2025
- I Started a Landscaping Company in 2017
- I've successfully built my customer base by building long lasting relationships in my community
- I started out with no loans or financial help from others
- I've been able to successfully fill my schedule with quality projects
- I am a very transparent & honest person
- My customers know I always stick to my commitments
- I am a naturally great with people and connection
- I feel the most important part of the sales process is the ability to be a good listener
- Through being a good listener I’ve identified the needs of my customers and increased revenue
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
General Sales Manager
L.A Fitness
Vancouver, WA
01.2010 - 01.2016
- As the General Sales Manager of L.A Fitness I was responsible for many aspects of our facility
- Training new employees on the membership sales process
- Member retention
- Achieving Sales Goals
- Marketing through community events
- Building Relationships with other Club Managers
- My biggest strength working at the health club was my ability to inspire members to pursue their health & wellness goals using inspirational communication skills
- Identified weaknesses and implemented sales and business practices training to improve performance.
Sales
Weyrick Lumber Company
Templeton, MA
03.2006 - 01.2009
- As a inside & outside sales representative for a lumberyard supply company, I played many roles
- I contribute my success of high volume sales to my ability of building long-term relationships with builders within my territory of Central Coast California
- From Large Custom Homes, Tract Housing & Multi Family Units I managed my customers material list
- I assured my customers on time delivery & a quality product, all while meeting their budget requirements
- As a sales representative for Weyrick Lumber Company I also played many other roles
- Store inventory of Simpson Strong-Tie products
- Simpson Strong-Tie special orders
- Hilti Inventory & training
- Communication with Vendors
- Attended sales meetings to discuss strategies for increasing sales volume.
- Administered monthly sales reports, monitoring sales growth and assessments.
- Trained sales staff on product knowledge and sales techniques.
Plant Manager
Calvert Company Glulam Beam Manufacturing
Washougal, WA
01.2003 - 10.2006
- As a plant manager of a glulam beam manufacturer I played many key roles
- Our success at the Washougal Washington Plant was a direct reflection of my ability to build a team of individuals who were willing to work together on a production line building Glumans that met APA standards
- We provided a quality product to our customers who relied on our company to deliver their orders on time
- My strong leadership skills and ability to build long-term relationships with our customers was critical to our company's success
- As a plant manager I was responsible for all aspects of operations
- Led a Team of 35 employees
- Developed & Implemented Safety Protocols
- Quality Control ( Assurance of meeting APA standards)
- Lumber Grading Certification Course
- LVL & Southern Yellow Pine Training
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Washington State University
Pullman, WASkills
- Customer relationship management
- Sales strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Lead generation
- Networking
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Grow@Hilti Sales Program and Situational Leadership-focusing on building relationships, understanding customer needs, and providing solution with a focus on consultative selling.
Timeline
Owner
Pick Your Price Yard Care
01.2017 - 01.2025
General Sales Manager
L.A Fitness
01.2010 - 01.2016
Sales
Weyrick Lumber Company
03.2006 - 01.2009
Plant Manager
Calvert Company Glulam Beam Manufacturing
01.2003 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Science -
Washington State University
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