Darren BritT
Manchester,MO
Summary
Energetic professional ready to bring my experience to part of a growing team. I'm a success-driven team player who brings enthusiasm to sales teams and is ready to push toward a bright and profitable future for your company. I'm not afraid to knock on doors and make cold calls to take company sales goals to the next level.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
REGIONAL MANAGER
BFC Solutions
Nashville, TN
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Worked in the field with my techs to boost morale.
- Directed daily customer service operations in order to provide exceptional service levels within the region.
- Evaluated regional processes regularly in order to identify areas requiring improvement or optimization.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions within the region including budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Evaluated the staffing levels within the region and recommended necessary action.
- Collaborated with corporate offices to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding labor laws.
- Identified and assessed strengths and opportunities and developed plans to maximize employee potential.
- Recruited and recommended qualified employees for team's staff positions.
LOCATION MANAGER
TruckPro
St. Louis, MO
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in an increase of gross profit from 28% up to 38% during time of employment.
- Worked as a liaison with numerous suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of supplies and orders.
- Addressed customer concerns and complaints in a prompt and courteous manner.
- Led team of 10 staff members, directed daily tasks and responsibilities.
- This also includes managing company fleet.
- Completed store daily financial operations including ordering and processing of shipped and received stock.
TERRITORY MANAGER
Performance Radiator
Maryland Heights, MO
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Met with an average of 150 clients per week consistently, resulting in a 71% client retention rate.
- Trained Outside sales representatives by doing sales call to Dealerships, Body Shops, and Independent Garages.
- Wrote sales contracts for orders obtained and submitted orders for processing.
OPERATION MANAGER
Sunset Rental
Bridgeton, MO
08.2007 - 12.2011
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Directed the work of 20 independent contractors, four area managers and 15 associates.
- Reduced average contract expenses by 32% through aggressive negotiations with vendors.
DISTRICT MANAGER
Earl Schieb Paint/Body Shop
Springfield, MO
09.2003 - 06.2007
- Managed over $70,000 in monthly transactions.
- Led team of 55 staff.
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Held sales coaching sessions.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks.
- Gathered and reviewed customer feedback to improve operations.
SALES MANAGER
Distinct Carpet
St. Louis, MO
01.2000 - 07.2003
- Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 65% growth of customer base.
- Contacted customer to follow up on purchases, suggest new merchandise and inform them about promotions and upcoming events.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints in an empathetic manner.
- Met all customer call guidelines including service levels, handle time and productivity.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Arkansas State University
ArkansasSkills
- Communication
- Initiative
- Work ethic
- Planning/problem solving
- Efficient
- People-oriented
- Vision
- PASSION
- Flexible
- Effective time management
- Adaptable
Key Successes
- Increased the generation of sales revenue from a beginning deficit of $60,000.00 to closing the fiscal year of 2020 with a positive balance of over $100,000. This was accomplished through obtaining new clients and the development of fresh marketing strategies at TruckPro.
- During employment tenure at Performance Radiator, grew sales at Maryland Heights location to become the second most profitable in company (160 locations) from starting at the bottom in sales in 2012.
Timeline
REGIONAL MANAGER
BFC Solutions
07.2022 - 05.2025
LOCATION MANAGER
TruckPro
01.2020 - 02.2022
TERRITORY MANAGER
Performance Radiator
01.2012 - 01.2019
OPERATION MANAGER
Sunset Rental
08.2007 - 12.2011
DISTRICT MANAGER
Earl Schieb Paint/Body Shop
09.2003 - 06.2007
SALES MANAGER
Distinct Carpet
01.2000 - 07.2003
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Arkansas State University