Jonathon (Jack) Shields
Peoria Heights,IL
Summary
Results-driven sales professional looking for an entry-level opportunity to grow, learn, and contribute to a collaborative team
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Marketplace Selections
Peoria, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of approximately 30 on and off-premise accounts
- Present products and lead sales discussions with restaurant and bar accounts
- Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, managers, and buyers to drive product placement, menu features, and repeat business
- Generate an average month-over-month sales increase of about 17%
- Align ordering, merchandising, and delivery to ensure timely and accurate account support
Purchasing Agent
Marketplace Selections
Peoria, IL
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Coordinated the procurement of beer and wine from over 50 breweries and wineries across the U.S. to support distribution needs
- Issued and tracked purchase orders to ensure timely product availability
- Negotiated freight pickup and delivery with trucking and logistics partners to meet required timelines
- Collaborated with suppliers and internal teams to align purchasing with sales and distribution needs
- Managed orders with varying lead times, requiring careful organization and time management to meet both immediate and future delivery needs
Waitor
Iron Spike
Galesburg, Illinois
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided high-level service while managing multiple tables in a fast-paced dining environment
- Built rapport with guests to drive repeat business and positive dining experiences
- Recommended food and beverage pairings to increase check averages and overall sales
- Communicated effectively with kitchen and bar teams to ensure accurate and timely order delivery
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
Bloomington, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Carl Sandburg Community College
Galesburg, IL05-2023
Skills
- Account Management
- Consultive Selling
- Relationship Building & Management
- Product Presentations
Accomplishments
Honor Roll (Carl Sandburg, 2021-2023)
Timeline
Sales Representative
Marketplace Selections
04.2025 - Current
Purchasing Agent
Marketplace Selections
01.2025 - 04.2025
Waitor
Iron Spike
08.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Carl Sandburg Community College