Emily Hughes
Sunbury,OH
Summary
My goal is to obtain a challenging and rewarding leadership position in sales where I can utilize my knowledge, skills, and experience to further the growth of the company as well as my continued career aspirations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
District Sales Manager
Saint James Brands
, OH/KY/IN/MI/WV/Pittsburgh
08.2025 - Current
- Developed sales strategies to increase market share in assigned territories.
- Trained and mentored sales representatives through DSD partners on product knowledge and techniques.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to align promotional efforts with sales goals.
- Oversaw inventory management and ensured optimal product availability for DSD and buyers.
- Maintained relationships with key accounts within the district in order to facilitate repeat business opportunities.
- Serviced large accounts, working to expand business reach and leveraging network connections to penetrate new accounts.
- Implemented incentive programs designed to motivate the sales force within our DSDs.
- Managed sales presentations and provided recommendations to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits with large chain buyers and our DSD partners.
Market Sales Manager
Poppi
, Ohio/Kentucky/Pittsburgh
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Implemented successful pricing strategies to maximize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
- Provided leadership in developing creative solutions for challenging sales scenarios.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress towards quarterly objectives.
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing customers to ensure repeat business.
- Delivered presentations at conferences highlighting success stories from past projects.
- Organized trade shows and other marketing events to promote products and services.
- Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
- Led, coached and developed employees to achieve sales goals.
Sales Professional
Heidelberg Distriubuting Company
Columbus, OH
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Trained and developed retail accounts on product sales and distribution.
- Developed the merchandising, marketing and display floor plan for retail locations.
- Assisted Executives within retail accounts on quarterly sales goals, planning and forecasting.
- Led the training, planning and implementation for the wine.com partnership and inside sales growth with with retail distributors.
General Manager
Yabo's Tacos
Columbus, OH
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Managed general customer service.
- Managed restaurant financials.
- Coordinated special events and marketing.
- Oversaw training of all employees.
- Managed ordering and inventory.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
New Albany10-2015
High School Diploma -
St. Francis DeSales
Columbus, OH05-2010
Skills
- Sales strategy
- Customer relationship management
- Market analysis
- Pricing strategy
- Sales forecasting
- Sales training
- Profit optimization
Timeline
District Sales Manager
Saint James Brands
08.2025 - Current
Market Sales Manager
Poppi
01.2024 - 08.2025
Sales Professional
Heidelberg Distriubuting Company
07.2018 - 12.2023
General Manager
Yabo's Tacos
03.2013 - 06.2018
BBA - Business Administration
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
High School Diploma -
St. Francis DeSales