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DONALD A COX

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Resourceful and diverse revenue producer with vast skills and abilities that span more than a decade in sales, the establishment of long-term, lucrative relationships, comprehensive product knowledge and superior client services. Interpersonal and articulate, able to pursue initiatives that capitalize on strengths and opportunities and proven to successfully identify and shepherd the process from the first meeting to the closing of transactions. Excel in the management and mentoring of others with an innovative approach that encourages and enables attainment/exceeding of imposed goals and objectives, a collaborative team approach and the desire to succeed.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

LSR

IGT Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2024 - Current
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Provided technical support for customers using the company's products or services.
  • Managed inventory levels by ordering sufficient stock for each account.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing processes and implemented solutions accordingly.
  • Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
  • Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.

Account Manager

Power Distributing
Elmhurst, IL
08.2024 - 09.2024

• Responsible for Developing Relationships and collaborating with current and prospective customers in formulating solutions aimed at helping organizations grow their profits.

• Key areas of focus are on Consultative Sales, Revenue Generation, Business Development, and Product Information/Management.

• Approach of developing a partnership with customers and always work together to improve their profitability.

• Attended Sales Training to learn more about the industry to improve business practices.

• Generated double digits increase in sales, generating profits to the bottom line.

Senior Account Manager

Power Distributing
Elmhurst, IL
11.2020 - 08.2024

• Successfully planned and executed promotional campaigns in large format retail stores, enhancing brand visibility and driving sales.

• Supervised a team of two, providing leadership and support to achieve team objectives.

• Ensured optimal inventory levels at stores to meet customer demand and prevent stockouts.

• Responsible for achieving key performance indicators at all large format surrounding Fort Wayne, aligning with company goals

Account Manager

Power Distributing
Elmhurst, IL
06.2003 - 11.2020

• Responsible for Developing Relationships and collaborating with current and prospective customers in formulating solutions aimed at helping organizations grow their profits.

• Key areas of focus are on Consultative Sales, Revenue Generation, Business Development, and Product Information/Management.

• Approach of developing a partnership with customers and always work together to improve their profitability.

• Attended Sales Training to learn more about the industry to improve business practices.

• Generated double digits increase in sales, generating profits to the bottom line.

Department Manager

Walmart
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2002 - 06.2003
  • Lead and manage a team of 5 employees in the Department, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
  • Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures.
  • Performed price changes in department
  • Built features to maximize profits in department

Grocery Stocker

Walmart
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2000 - 02.2002
  • Verified stock levels of existing products on store shelves to ensure adequate inventory levels.
  • Received, unpacked, and stored incoming merchandise according to company guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
  • Inspected product quality and quantity before restocking shelves with new items.

Education

Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
06-2002

Skills

Strategic Sales Leadership/Mentoring

Business Development

Product Information/Management

Revenue Generation

Territory Account Management

Relationship Cultivation

Client Presentations/Relations

Timeline

LSR

IGT Indiana
11.2024 - Current

Account Manager

Power Distributing
08.2024 - 09.2024

Senior Account Manager

Power Distributing
11.2020 - 08.2024

Account Manager

Power Distributing
06.2003 - 11.2020

Department Manager

Walmart
02.2002 - 06.2003

Grocery Stocker

Walmart
08.2000 - 02.2002

Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Fort Wayne