Evan Calkins
LEESBURG
Summary
Results-driven professional with proven expertise in customer service, team leadership, and decision-making. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations for improved efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Orlando Quotations Department Manager
City Electric Supply
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations.
- Collaborated with sales team to address customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
- Trained new team members on switchgear quotations.
- Streamlined awarded job tracking with new excel spreadsheet.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and operational challenges.
Switch Gear Quotations Specialist
City Electric Supply
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Implemented effective communication strategies between departments to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Supported customer service initiatives by resolving inquiries and providing product information.
- Self managed daily workload for 27 different branches in 3 different sales groups
Outside Sales Representative
City Electric Supply
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Identified potential leads through market research and networking activities.
- Conducted product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits effectively.
- Provided feedback on customer needs to inform product development and service enhancements.
- Attended industry events to network and promote company offerings to prospective clients.
- Trained new team members on sales techniques and company policies for consistency in approach.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Managed a large client base, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to overall team success.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
Purchasing Manager and Estimator
Vanzant's Electrical
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Analyzed purchase orders and inventory levels to optimize stock availability.
- Evaluated supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and delivery schedules.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Used [Software] to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
Inside Sales Representative
City Electric Supply
2015 - 01.2020
- Developed strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
- Monitored competitor activities closely, adjusting approaches accordingly to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
Residential Estimator
Pike's Electric
2013 - 2015
- Analyzed residential blueprints to provide accurate cost estimates for electrical installations.
- Collaborated with project managers to refine project scopes and ensure alignment with client expectations.
- Utilized estimating software to streamline bid preparation and enhance proposal accuracy.
- Reviewed subcontractor bids, ensuring competitive pricing and compliance with project specifications.
Inside Sales Representative
Tubelite
2009 - 2012
- Conducted product demonstrations and training sessions for clients, increasing product knowledge and sales effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline order processing and improve delivery timelines.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and recommend improvements in service offerings.
- Implemented strategic sales initiatives that contributed to overall revenue growth and market penetration.
Quotation Specialist and Electrical Sales (Dist)
SESCO Lighting
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Developed accurate quotations by analyzing project specifications and customer requirements.
- Collaborated with sales team to streamline quotation processes and improve response times.
- Utilized advanced software tools to generate comprehensive pricing proposals and ensure accuracy.
- Reviewed client feedback to enhance quotation templates and increase customer satisfaction rates.
Project Manager
Hughes Supply
2006 - 2007
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to optimize workflow efficiency.
Project Manager
Western Extralite
2004 - 2005
- Established strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and alignment with project goals.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Francis De Sales High School
Toledo, OHSkills
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Team leadership
- Team supervision
- Training and mentoring
- Decision-making
- Customer engagement
- Goals and performance
- Work planning and organization
- Personnel training and development
Timeline
Orlando Quotations Department Manager
City Electric Supply
04.2025 - Current
Switch Gear Quotations Specialist
City Electric Supply
04.2024 - 04.2025
Outside Sales Representative
City Electric Supply
08.2022 - 04.2024
Purchasing Manager and Estimator
Vanzant's Electrical
01.2020 - 08.2022
Quotation Specialist and Electrical Sales (Dist)
SESCO Lighting
01.2006 - 01.2007
Inside Sales Representative
City Electric Supply
2015 - 01.2020
Residential Estimator
Pike's Electric
2013 - 2015
Inside Sales Representative
Tubelite
2009 - 2012
Project Manager
Hughes Supply
2006 - 2007
Project Manager
Western Extralite
2004 - 2005
High School Diploma -
St. Francis De Sales High School