Eric Buecker
Piqua,OH
Summary
Dynamic business professional with extensive experience as a business owner, seeking a sales-focused role to leverage deep industry knowledge, strong vendor relationships, and a passion for cultivating strategic partnerships that drive revenue growth within an established organization. Highly adaptable with exceptional communication skills and a customer-centric sales approach, consistently excels in managing leads, appointments, order processing, and follow-up. Proven track record of closing sales, upselling products, and fostering long-term client relationships while consistently surpassing sales targets. Additionally skilled in creating cohesive and inviting interiors that align with client needs, utilizing expertise in space planning and color coordination to deliver innovative design solutions that ensure project satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales/Interior Designer/Owner/Operator
Buecker’s Interiors, Inc.
Piqua, OH
06.1994 - Current
- Demonstrated exceptional market adaptability and sales performance through 32 years of experience in a multi-generational business and 27 years of business ownership.
- Developed and executed strategies to grow business, resulting in the successful launch of a new storefront in Bellbrook, OH for 12 years.
- Managed B2B and retail sales operations, focusing on optimizing sales strategies and improving client relationships.
- Cultivated and sustained strategic partnerships with manufacturers, vendors, and wholesale suppliers to optimize in-store product inventory.
- Conducted strategic negotiations with suppliers regarding pricing and product availability to optimize margins and support overall business goals.
- Executed product selection and merchandising initiatives while maintaining optimal inventory levels for home interior product lines.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits, ensuring informed customer decisions regarding furniture, flooring, blinds, shades, shutters, and design solutions.
- Coordinated ordering logistics and fulfillment activities to maintain efficiency and reliability in product delivery.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance sales staff's product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Designed and implemented creative strategies to meet evolving customer requirements and market dynamics.
- Streamlined scheduling and follow-up processes to ensure effective organization and support for sales initiatives.
- Coordinated subcontractor schedules and managed project execution to ensure timely completion of kitchen, bathroom, and flooring renovations.
Education
Business Management
Ashland University, Wright State University
Interior Design
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Account management expertise
- Extensive sales experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experienced with QuickBooks
- Skilled in Zoom communication
Accomplishments
Designed, documented, and managed a $252,000 6 bathroom demo and remodel for Maimon-MacDonald in 2014-2015.
Designed and documented the interiors for the new construction of the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home in 2009.
Led the planning, design, and execution of a commercial office renovation project, including installation of new flooring, interior painting, and upgrades to the conference room and executive office, ensuring completion on schedule and within budget in 2021-2022.
Designed, and managed the renovation of a health care facility, which included furniture, flooring, handrails, and wallcoverings in 2020.
Affiliations
- Chamber Ambassador – Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce, past President and Vice President
- Rotary Club
- Border City Luncheon Club
- Coached High School Baseball, Football, Soccer, and Summer Swim Club
Timeline
Sales/Interior Designer/Owner/Operator
Buecker’s Interiors, Inc.
06.1994 - Current
Business Management
Ashland University, Wright State University
Interior Design
Sinclair Community College