Clair Joyner Telford Jr
Fayetteville,TN
Summary
Skilled in sales and customer relationship management, with background in diverse sales environments. Possess strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills critical for success in sales roles. Demonstrated ability to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty through effective sales tactics and service excellence. Contributed to significant growth in client base and revenue in previous positions by identifying new opportunities and optimizing sales processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesman/Supervisor
Five Star Lawn and Landscaping
Fayetteville, Tennessee
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements.
- Created promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, catalogs and price lists.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
- Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients to increase sales revenue.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Maintained list of prospects for future marketing efforts.
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
Salesman
Fayetteville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Fayetteville, TN
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Generated leads from cold-calling prospective clients.
- Maintained a current knowledge of market trends and competitive activities in the sales area.
- Prepared and delivered appropriate presentations on products and services.
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
- Provided timely follow-up on inquiries made by potential customers.
Salesman
Landers Mclarty Chevrolet
Huntsville, AL
02.2018 - 01.2023
- Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listened to their wishes and concerns.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Maintained a current knowledge of market trends and competitive activities in the sales area.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
- Provided timely follow-up on inquiries made by potential customers.
- Demonstrated product features, benefits and use to potential buyers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TNHigh School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School
Fayetteville, TN05-2008
Skills
- Target Market Identification
- Customer relationship building
- Skilled in Overcoming Objections
- Sales Closing Strategies
- Sales Enhancement Skills
- Adaptable Learning Ability
- Innovative Problem Solving
Timeline
Salesman/Supervisor
Five Star Lawn and Landscaping
03.2024 - 01.2025
Salesman
Fayetteville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
01.2023 - 03.2024
Salesman
Landers Mclarty Chevrolet
02.2018 - 01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
High School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School
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