Colby White
Pell City,AL
Summary
Focused professional with superior skills in fulfillment, communication and tenacity. Proud owner/operator experienced in working in solitary role or as part of busy team. Punctual with terrific work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Packer
Iron Valley Supply Company
Homewood, AL
04.2023 - Current
- Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
- Examined and inspected containers, materials or products to meet quality specifications.
- Inspected orders for accuracy by carefully reviewing containers, products, packaging and labeling.
- Remove completed or defective products or materials, placing on conveyors or loading docks.
Deli Associate
Buc-ee's
Leeds, AL
04.2023 - Current
- Completed orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
- Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
- Closely adhered to food safety and sanitation procedures established by company and regulatory agencies.
- Stayed calm and professional in situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
- Received new inventory and rotated stock by dates to keep items fresh and usable.
- Updated food displays, cases and other customer-facing areas to increase sales of special items.
- Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures to maintain food quality and freshness.
- Maintained work areas to reduce potential for illness or injury.
- Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
- Worked with customers placing large or specialized orders, providing samples and recommendations and responding to requests.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Created aesthetically pleasing food arrangements for special orders and party trays.
Business Owner/Operator
Colby's Creamery
Pell City, AL
01.2013 - 03.2023
- Made financial and logistics decisions in best interest of company.
- Took care of escalated customer concerns to increase satisfaction.
- Consulted with potential clients to determine how company could best meet needs.
- Developed social media marketing strategies to help brand company and increase sales.
- Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
- Prepared and sent proposals to prospective clients.
- Developed and supervised marketing campaigns and events to maximize income and achieve audience targets.
- Represented company at local and trade association meetings to promote products.
- Prepared monthly sales reports to document sales volumes, potential sales and areas of proposed client base expansion.
- Delivered compelling sales presentations to demonstrate expert product knowledge.
- Measured profitability of each product line and maintained current and accurate sales forecasts.
- Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
- Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
- Traveled assigned sales territories and met with potential clients to discuss business opportunities.
- Determine pricing schedules and discount rates.
- Determined market entry strategies for new regions and existing product portfolios.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Recorded deliveries and daily sales transactions.
- Organized merchandise and sales promotion displays to attract customers.
- Forged and cultivated strong relationships with customers within fast-paced and constantly moving environment.
- Continuously surpassed sales goals, optimizing profitability and performance of assigned territory.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Camino Fundamental
Carmichael, CA1993
Skills
- Work Well Under Pressure
- Inventory Control
- Marketing Campaign Development
- Strategic Marketing
- Sales Tactics
- Sales Strategy
- Customer Service
- Budget Control
- Purchasing and Planning
- Negotiation and Persuasion
Timeline
Line Packer
Iron Valley Supply Company
04.2023 - Current
Deli Associate
Buc-ee's
04.2023 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Colby's Creamery
01.2013 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
El Camino Fundamental
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