Colt Bradley
Nacogdoches,TX
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Bradley Group Online Resale
04.2021 - Current
- Duties are to buy items in bulk, and sell them online for a profit. Negotiations with vendors, creating online posts, and ensuring efficient numbers were other duties of the business that I performed.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to inform product selection and pricing strategies.
- Oversaw inventory management systems, ensuring accuracy and timely updates to stock levels.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate team productivity and drive accountability within the department.
Remote Coordinator
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01.2022 - 10.2023
- Duties are to field incoming calls and adjust accounts to meet the customer's satisfaction. Scheduling appointments, fielding customer concerns, billing and payment questions, contract adjustments, manual adjustments, etc. are all part of the position. Limited interaction with management and keeping up with call metrics are an important part of this role.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for multiple departments, ensuring seamless operational flow.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends and recommend actionable solutions for improvement.
Manager
B&L Custom Builders
01.2018 - 04.2020
- I built a small business by purchasing a work truck, buying all necessary tools needed to start and finish the jobs at hand, and oversee a 4 man crew. The crew included a construction foreman, and 3 laborers. My job was to pay the bills for the business, make sure payroll was taken care of, and to mitigate any problems or unanswered questions by customers.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Manager/Owner
Kids Count Learning Center
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Duties were to operate the small business from the backside while I had the best possible employees operating from the front. The business grew from a 30K valuation to a 90K valuation under my supervision in a 2 year span. I managed 8-10 employees while also maintaining the building, and doing all accounting and payroll. Once the business grew to my liking, I sold it off to start a new venture.
- I did purchase and operate this business remotely at first while working at Wolar Industrial (Below) from August 2016 - September 2018
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Inside/Outside Sales
Wolar Industrial
02.2011 - 03.2017
- To interact with buyers who procure Ring Type Joint Gaskets. To provide quotes and process orders, as well as provide excellent customer service to different companies in the Oil/Gas industry. Company sales jumped from $12M/YR to $18M/YR within the 2 years that I was hired. Was able to speed up the business as well as make it more efficient by bringing in new ideas for the sales team.
- Identified new market opportunities through research and analysis of industry trends.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction and resolve any issues promptly.
- Mentored junior sales representatives, enhancing team performance and productivity.
- Implemented effective negotiation strategies, securing advantageous terms for clients and company.
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Participated in weekly sales meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategize on improvements, and share best practices among colleagues.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
- Managed a large client base, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to overall team success.
Enumerator
U.S. Census Bureau
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Provide the Census Bureau with valid information about people living in certain areas.
Education
Bachelors Degree, Associates Degree - Business Administration
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX08.2009
High School Diploma - All
Aledo High School
Aledo, TX05.2003
Skills
- Outside Sales
- Inside Sales
- Construction Management
- Management
- Procurement
- Budgeting
- CRM Software
- Sales Management
- Business Development
- Pricing
- Customer Relationship Management
- Negotiation
- Account Management
- Market research
- B2B
- Operations management
- B2B sales
- Digital marketing
- Branding
- Direct sales
- Customer support
- E-commerce
- Recruiting
- HR sourcing
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Sales
- Customer service
- Manufacturing
- Google Docs
- Talent acquisition
- ATS
- SyteLine
- Performance management
- ERP systems
- Market analysis
- AWS
- Computer literacy
- Filing
- Presentation skills
- Analysis skills
- Upselling
- Salesforce
- Information security
- Technology sales
- Product demos
- Loan processing
- Outbound sales
- Email marketing
- Supply chain management (2 years)
- Documentation review
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Project management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Conflict resolution
- Sales management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
English - Expert
Spanish - Intermediate
Timeline
Remote Coordinator
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01.2022 - 10.2023
Manager
Bradley Group Online Resale
04.2021 - Current
Manager
B&L Custom Builders
01.2018 - 04.2020
Manager/Owner
Kids Count Learning Center
08.2016 - 09.2018
Inside/Outside Sales
Wolar Industrial
02.2011 - 03.2017
Enumerator
U.S. Census Bureau
04.2010 - 08.2010
High School Diploma - All
Aledo High School
Bachelors Degree, Associates Degree - Business Administration
Stephen F. Austin State University
Assessments
- Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution — Familiar August 2021 Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals Full results: Familiar
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient August 2021 Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions Full results: Proficient
- Sales skills — Familiar August 2021 Influencing and negotiating with customers Full results: Familiar
- Verbal communication — Proficient August 2021 Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely Full results: Proficient
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