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David Posey

David Posey

Sales Professional
Destin,FL

Summary

Experienced Sales Representative and self made entrepeneur known for consistently achieving customer retention targets through effective relationship building and in-depth product expertise. A positive and customer-centric Sales Associate with a 15-year track record in retail settings, recognized for flexibility, approachability, and exceptional organizational and time management abilities. Provides memorable guest experiences through warm interactions and extensive product knowledge. Customer-focused sales expert with 15 years of experience in fostering relationships, nurturing partnerships, and driving revenue growth. A strategic-minded leader proficient in expanding network connections, skillfully introducing products, developing territories, and uncovering customer requirements to provide tailored solutions.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President

KAYAK FISHING DESTIN
DESTIN, FL
05.2013 - Current
  • Oversees company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations
  • Kept building areas organized and functional to promote business productivity and deliver professional appeal to customers.
  • Hands on fishing guide
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information.
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.

GENERAL SALES MANAGER/B2B Manager

GREGG ORR MARINE
SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Created and maintained sales environment to support business objectives.
  • Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Analyzed business and sales targets using critical problem-solving skills.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
  • Boosted revenue and facilitated sales activity while developing consistent employee measurements for exceeding goals.
  • Prospected for new business using databases and other strategies to generate sales.
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
  • Reduced process gaps by hiring, supervising and coaching employees on sales strategies and protocols, optimizing performance, growth and profitability.
  • Executed and created strategic sales plans to expand customer base and extend global reach.
  • Developed successful strategies and goals to penetrate new territories by assessing competitor offerings and approaches.
  • Analyzed competitors' successes and failures, evaluating impact on market.
  • Attended trade shows for in-person engagement and network building.
  • Researched and communicated competitive activity to influence marketing plans and sales tactics.
  • Researched and capitalized on emerging opportunities to build business and expand customer base.
  • Tracked and analyzed key quantitative metrics and business trends relating to clients and partners.

BOAT SALES CONSULTANT

ONEWATER MARINE
DESTIN, FL
12.2018 - 08.2023

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Utilized sales tools, including CRM, for daily follow up and prospecting for new customers, as well as communication on a regular basis with existing sold customers
  • Professionally presented products to customers and prospects, including reviewing the features and benefits of the various boats, preparing quotes, completing trade evaluations and presenting pricing consistent with achieving margin and customer satisfaction goals
  • Partnered with Business Manager for presentation of finance products, preparation of closing documents and setting up deliveries
  • Actively participates in boat shows, store and off-site sales and customer events
  • Effectively followed successful sales processes, including timely completion of paperwork, to ensure the customer has an excellent buying experience

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Developed and maintained a high-level of product, market and industry knowledge, and obtains Certifications in brands that were specialized in
  • Built and maintained positive customer relationships to strengthen customer loyalty, increase referrals and enhance dealer reputation
  • Promoted teamwork, supports and works with other team members, departments and locations to ensure the customer has a seamless experience through the sale, financing, delivery and subsequent servicing of the boat
  • Customer satisfaction, both internal and external
  • Achieved or exceeded sales unit and revenue goals
  • Effective utilization of sales tools
  • Self-disciplined, motivated and organized, Sales Experience
  • Lift 10 lbs infrequently
  • Seated, Stooping, Climbing

B2B OUTSIDE SALES MANAGER

HALF HITCH TACKLE PANAMA CITY
PANAMA CITY, FL
12.2013 - 10.2018
  • Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
  • Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
  • Formalized sales process to enhance operations and promote acquisition of new customers.
  • Boosted revenue and facilitated sales activity while developing consistent employee measurements for exceeding goals.
  • Created and finalized quotes to complete deals with vendors and customers.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Researched and capitalized on emerging opportunities to build business and expand customer base.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Followed up with existing customers to generate new prospective buyers through referrals.
  • Updated and maintained dealership website and social media accounts.
  • Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Built strong client rapport to establish diversified network of connections.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
  • Attended trade shows and conferences regularly to increase brand visibility.
  • Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to fulfill orders and meet customer needs
  • Monitored competitor activities to maintain competitive advantage.

Outside Sales Representative

Verizon Wireless
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
05.2003 - 11.2004
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to increase revenue in assigned territories.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
  • Built strong client rapport to establish diversified network of connections.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
TALLAHASSEE
10.2005

Skills

  • Contract negotiation and closing tactics
  • Lead generation
  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales proposal creation
  • On-site product demonstrations
  • Relationship selling
  • Sales closing
  • Post-sales support
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Customer retention abilities

Certification

  • CLASS A CDL DRIVERS LICENSE
  • OUPV CERTIFIED BOAT CAPTAIN
  • PRIOR FORKLIFT AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR FOR US MILITARY

Timeline

GENERAL SALES MANAGER/B2B Manager

GREGG ORR MARINE
09.2023 - 11.2024

BOAT SALES CONSULTANT

ONEWATER MARINE
12.2018 - 08.2023

B2B OUTSIDE SALES MANAGER

HALF HITCH TACKLE PANAMA CITY
12.2013 - 10.2018

President

KAYAK FISHING DESTIN
05.2013 - Current

Outside Sales Representative

Verizon Wireless
05.2003 - 11.2004

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
  • CLASS A CDL DRIVERS LICENSE
  • OUPV CERTIFIED BOAT CAPTAIN
  • PRIOR FORKLIFT AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR FOR US MILITARY
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