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David Davidson

Buffalo

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record at Empire Merchants North LLC, excelling in client relationship management and product training. Adept at developing strategies that enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth. Recognized for fostering strong client connections and delivering impactful training programs that elevate team performance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Development Specialist

Empire Merchants North LLC
Buffalo-Rochester
10.2019 - 07.2025
  • Responsible for Sazerac Spirit sales. Largest producer of alcoholic products in US
  • Collaborated with sales teams to create effective account strategies and solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Coordinated product training sessions for clients to enhance product knowledge.

Field Sales Manager

Empire Merchants North LLC
Buffalo
06.2007 - 09.2019
  • Developed sales strategies to increase market presence and revenue.
  • Managed relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new sales representatives to enhance skills.
  • Conducted regular field visits to assess team performance and customer feedback.
  • Presented sales reports and forecasts to senior management for strategic planning.

Wine Managerr-District Manager

Colony Wine and Liquor (Peerless Imports)
Buffalo
05.1989 - 06.2008
  • Developed training programs for staff on wine knowledge and tasting techniques.
  • Coordinated wine tastings and events to enhance customer engagement and experience.
  • Shared wine knowledge with employees, encouraging team to develop wine knowledge through regular training sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

SUNY Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
06-1980

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Customer engagement
  • Product training
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Goal oriented

Certification

  • WSET SPRITS II CERTIFIED
  • MICROSOFT EXCEL, WORD, POWER POINT AND PAGEMAKER PROFICIENT

Timeline

Account Development Specialist

Empire Merchants North LLC
10.2019 - 07.2025

Field Sales Manager

Empire Merchants North LLC
06.2007 - 09.2019

Wine Managerr-District Manager

Colony Wine and Liquor (Peerless Imports)
05.1989 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

SUNY Buffalo

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