Eduardo Cruz
Tampa
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Kelly's Foods
03.2021 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Negotiate pricing and contracts, prepare quotes and proposals, and consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions for customers.
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Conduct customer needs assessments, provide product samples, and present tailored solutions to drive sales growth.
CDL Truck Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator
Various Companies: Stevens Transport / Sysco / Faciola Meat Company / Lemus Transportation | CA & TX
01.2003 - 01.2021
- Operated CDL trucks and heavy equipment vehicles to deliver foodservice products, freight, and construction materials.
- Completed DOT-compliant pre/post-trip inspections, maintained logs, and followed all safety and HOS regulations.
- Managed loading, securing, unloading, and dump truck operations; monitored reefer loads when required.
- Coordinated routes and schedules with dispatchers and customers, providing dependable and professional service.
- Performed minor maintenance, and reported mechanical issues promptly.
Automotive Body Prep Technician
Maaco Auto Body
09.2013 - 01.2020
- Prepared vehicles for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces.
- Operated and maintained paint-mixing equipment to ensure consistent color matching.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Conducted quality inspections on prepped surfaces to meet company standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
San Jose, CA06-1993
Skills
- Outside sales, territory management, and customer relationship building, meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Prospecting, product presentations, negotiation, and CRM proficiency
- CDL truck operation, route planning, and DOT compliance
- Cargo loading, securing, and delivery documentation
- Strong communication, problem solving and bilingual English/Spanish
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Kelly's Foods
03.2021 - Current
Automotive Body Prep Technician
Maaco Auto Body
09.2013 - 01.2020
CDL Truck Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator
Various Companies: Stevens Transport / Sysco / Faciola Meat Company / Lemus Transportation | CA & TX
01.2003 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Independence High School