DILLON AYERS
Elk River,MN
Summary
A young professional with solid sales history and in-depth sales and marketing experience. Offers up-to-date knowledge of emerging business developments and marketing and sales strategies. Diligent and charismatic professional with expertise in conducting market analysis, recognizing trends within territories and directing product demonstrations. Committed to meeting performance goals and building strong relationships within industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Fastenal
01.2023 - Current
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Collaborated with internal teams to fulfill orders and meet customer needs
- Monitored competitor activities to maintain competitive advantage.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to increase revenue in assigned territories.
Sales Associate
Fastenal
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Inside sales, sourcing product from vendors.
- Shadowing outside sales, helping manage larger accounts.
- Training Period before Outside Sales.
Laptop Deployment Technician
Winona State University
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Received assets and moved equipment within or between facilities.
- Operated and maintained computers and related peripherals.
- Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
- Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
- Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
Bartender/Server
The Oaks Wine Bar
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2022
High School Diploma -
Elk River Senior High School
Elk River, MN06.2017
Skills
- Social Media Marketing
- Client Relationship Development
- Relationship Cultivation
- Sales Presentation
- Client Account Management
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Brand Awareness Development
- Sales Strategies
- Verbal and Written Communication
- MS Office Proficiency
- Product or Services Sales
Affiliations
DECA Vice President of Communications and 3-time national qualifier. Member of Winona State Public Relations Society of America Member of Winona State AdFed Club
Certification
HootSuite Marketing Certification
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Fastenal
01.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Fastenal
08.2022 - 01.2023
Laptop Deployment Technician
Winona State University
06.2021 - 05.2022
Bartender/Server
The Oaks Wine Bar
09.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Winona State University
High School Diploma -
Elk River Senior High School