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Dwight Ben

Austin

Summary

Results-driven graduate with a strong passion for building relationships and driving sales. Equipped with a solid background and excellent communication skills, I am eager to leverage my knowledge and interpersonal abilities to excel in a sales position. With a keen analytical mindset and a natural curiosity, I possess the ability to understand complex concepts and effectively communicate product benefits to customers. Seeking an entry-level sales role where I can contribute to a dynamic team, exceed targets, and foster long-term customer satisfaction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Account Executive

Total Quality Logistics Inc.
06.2023 - Current

· Built and maintained strong relationships with clients to understand their unique transportation and logistics need, resulting in a increase in client retention

· Generated new business opportunities through effective prospecting, sales calls, and presentations, contributing to a growth in the customer base.

· Provided timely and accurate freigth quotes based on clients specific transportation requirements, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and achieving in cost savings.

· Resolved transportation challenges promptly, ensuring smooth execution of shipments maintaining a on-time delivery rate.

· Conducted thorough market research to stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitors, providing valuable insight that contributed to strategic decision-making.

· Hit 500 cold calls a week with a minimum of 2-3 hours of talk time.

· Closed the one of the biggest lumber companies in Washington as we as 5 closes a month.

· Made it to the Coyote Club with 5 customer closes 15 loads ran and 10,000 in broker revenue before the end of my 26 week training period.

Lead Bartender/Server

Red Lobester
07.2021 - 06.2023

Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.

· Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.

· Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.

· Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.

· Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.

· Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.

· Led the restaurant in alcohol and food sales every month averaging 5,000 dollars in revenue each week.

· Employee of the month for every month of 2022

Sales Associate

Under Armour
01.2019 - 07.2021

· Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.

· Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.

· Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.

· Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.

· Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.

· Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.

Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2023

Timeline

Logistics Account Executive

Total Quality Logistics Inc.
06.2023 - Current

Lead Bartender/Server

Red Lobester
07.2021 - 06.2023

Sales Associate

Under Armour
01.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Texas State University
Dwight Ben