Dave Gerhardson
St. Cloud,MN
Summary
Dynamic Senior Software Consultant with a proven track record at Marco Business Products, excelling in client engagement and sales strategy. Expert in delivering impactful product demonstrations and negotiating contracts, driving significant growth opportunities. Adept at utilizing CRM tools to enhance client relationships and elevate satisfaction levels through tailored solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Software Consultant
Marco Business Products
St. Cloud, MN
09.2014 - Current
- Identified growth opportunities within existing accounts through cross-selling techniques.
- Conducted product demonstrations and training sessions for clients to enhance understanding.
- Collaborated with departments to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Networked with potential clients at conferences and trade shows to expand outreach.
- Analyzed customer feedback to elevate satisfaction levels and drive improvements.
- Prepared weekly reports detailing sales activities, achieved goals, and set objectives.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry technologies, innovations, and regulations.
- Created presentations showcasing software solutions for prospective clients.
Sales Associate
ProcessPro
St. Cloud, MN
05.2008 - 08.2014
- Conducted training sessions on software applications for internal teams and external clients.
- Negotiated contracts and pricing structures with prospective customers.
- Tracked sales activities using CRM tools, delivering weekly performance reports to management.
- Managed client relationships throughout entire sales cycle from prospecting to closure.
Materials Manager
New Flyer Industries
St. Cloud, MN
06.2000 - 05.2008
- Improved resource allocation to promote efficiency and deadline management.
- Managed material flow through plants across global markets in support of lean manufacturing operations and measured cost management.
- Purchased indirect manufacturing supplies, administrative support materials and packaging to comprehensively build multifaceted production lifecycles.
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MNSkills
- Presentation skills
- CRM management
- Client communication
- Sales strategy
- Product demonstrations
- Client engagement
- Contract negotiation
Affiliations
- Travel
- Golf
- Family Activites
Accomplishments
- Marco Presidents Club
Certification
- CSCP Certification
- M-Files Certification
- Psigen Certification
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Software Consultant
Marco Business Products
09.2014 - Current
Sales Associate
ProcessPro
05.2008 - 08.2014
Materials Manager
New Flyer Industries
06.2000 - 05.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
St. Cloud State University
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