ERIC KROUT
Ladson,SC
Summary
Accomplished Outside Sales Representative with solid sales history and in-depth [Industry] experience. Offers up-to-date knowledge of emerging [Industry] developments and marketing and sales strategies. Diligent and charismatic professional with expertise in conducting market analysis, recognizing trends within territories and directing product demonstrations. Committed to meeting performance goals and building strong relationships within industry.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
CAROLINA CHAIN AND CABLE/DIV OF ALP INDUSTRIES
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Created strategies to develop and expand customer sales resulting in an 13% increase
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Responsible for sales, invoicing, purchasing, accounts receivable and payables
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques
Cusomer Service Representative
PA SLING/DIVISION OF ALP INDUSTRIES
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Offered advice and assistance to customers paying attention to special needs or wants with their rigging procedures
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of our rigging products and services
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Postal Carrier
USPS
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Planned and cased mail in sequence of delivery for designated route.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations, and delivery costs.
- Distributed mail on foot to residences and businesses, delivering to approximately 150 customers per shift.
Outside Sales Representative
PA SLING/DIVISION OF ALP INDUSTRIES
10.2015 - 04.2020
- Conducted Rigging Safety Seminars and provided OSHA regulated on site Rigging inspections
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas
Outside Sales Representative
KRB Machinery
04.2002 - 05.2010
- Sold Rebar Bending and Cutting machines to Steel Fabricators in the Central and Greater Southwest states
- Accounted for 38% of domestic sales and was 125% of sales quota
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
Outside Sales Representative
Ramclif Supply
02.1998 - 05.2002
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
- Provided customers with tooling to fabricate their products in the Industrial market, servicing purchasing, engineering, maintenance and machinists
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA06.1984
Skills
- Relationship Building and Management
- Canvassing Neighborhoods
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Relationship Building
Kenpo Karate
Promoted to 3rd Degree Black Belt
Timeline
Branch Manager
CAROLINA CHAIN AND CABLE/DIV OF ALP INDUSTRIES
11.2021 - 12.2023
Cusomer Service Representative
PA SLING/DIVISION OF ALP INDUSTRIES
09.2020 - 11.2021
Postal Carrier
USPS
04.2020 - 10.2020
Outside Sales Representative
PA SLING/DIVISION OF ALP INDUSTRIES
10.2015 - 04.2020
Outside Sales Representative
KRB Machinery
04.2002 - 05.2010
Outside Sales Representative
Ramclif Supply
02.1998 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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