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Derek Ritchie

131 Schneider Blvd. Georgetown,KY

Summary

Sales professional with a proven track record in driving revenue growth through effective customer relationship management and upselling techniques. Proven ability to build strong client connections and achieve sales targets consistently. Highly motivated and results-driven, seeking opportunities that offer stability and work-life balance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Central KY Motorsports
Lexington, KY
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed sales department processes to drive revenue growth and enhance performance.
  • Consistently exceeded personal sales targets through effective upselling and cross-selling.
  • Managed full sales cycle for all dealership transactions, ensuring seamless customer experience.
  • Trained new sales representatives on systems, product knowledge, and successful sales strategies.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific products while providing expert product advice.
  • Achieved top sales performance while managing additional responsibilities, including KPIs and training.
  • Tracked sales metrics to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
  • Led weekly team meetings to evaluate performance goals and align objectives.

Sales Representative/Trainer

Cellular Sales Verizon
Georgetown, KY
07.2014 - 06.2023
  • Achieved consistany top 5% ranking among sales representatives nationwide through effective client relationship management.
  • Recognized as leading trainer in Kentucky market, onboarding and mentoring new hires on processes and sales techniques.
  • Specialized in business-to-business sales, customizing solutions for unique client connectivity needs.
  • Implemented diverse services, including cellular internet and integrated connectivity tools, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Identified cross-selling opportunities to maximize product and service offerings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Scott County High School
Georgetown, KY

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales strategies
  • Team leadership
  • Performance metrics
  • Upselling techniques
  • Building rapport
  • Product knowledge and CRM proficiency
  • B2B sales and lead generation
  • Negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication
  • Relationship selling
  • Sales goal achievement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Associate

Central KY Motorsports
06.2023 - Current

Sales Representative/Trainer

Cellular Sales Verizon
07.2014 - 06.2023

High School Diploma -

Scott County High School