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Fred Edwards

Cypress,TX

Summary

Competitive Route Sales Representative with strong background providing customers with specific products to address needs and requirements. Effective in handling orders and verifying delivery of accurate shipments in alignment with strict schedules. Innovative and focused professional polished in maintaining accurate records of sales, developing leads and prospects and resolving customer issues.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Route Sales Driver

Theis Distributing Co
04.2016 - Current
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Maximized route efficiency by analyzing data trends and making necessary adjustments to better serve customers.
  • Generated repeat business with effective upselling techniques that promoted new and seasonal products.
  • Adhered to company policies while representing the organization professionally at all times during interactions with customers and peers.
  • Increased sales volume by effectively managing a daily route and maintaining strong relationships with customers.
  • Delivered exceptional service by quickly addressing customer concerns and providing personalized support when needed.
  • Safely operated company vehicle, adhering to strict safety standards and ensuring proper maintenance was conducted regularly.
  • Successfully managed customer accounts, ensuring accurate billing and timely payments were received.
  • Properly processed all sales transactions, achieving high levels of account growth and retention via quality deliverables.
  • Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns.

Delivery Courier

Data Rush Couriers Carrier
02.2014 - 03.2016
  • Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers through courteous service and proactive problem-solving abilities.
  • Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
  • Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
  • Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
  • Ensured safe transportation of packages with careful handling and secure storage methods.
  • Expedited urgent deliveries, prioritizing time-sensitive shipments to meet critical deadlines.
  • Navigated complex urban environments swiftly, utilizing GPS technology and advanced planning techniques for efficient route management.
  • Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
  • Logged delivery information in tracking systems to enable real-time delivery status.

Route Sales Driver

Wonder Bread Hostess Cake
05.1987 - 09.2013
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Maximized route efficiency by analyzing data trends and making necessary adjustments to better serve customers.
  • Generated repeat business with effective upselling techniques that promoted new and seasonal products.
  • Adhered to company policies while representing the organization professionally at all times during interactions with customers and peers.
  • Increased overall profitability with strategic pricing negotiations tailored to individual client needs.
  • Developed new business opportunities within assigned territory through prospecting efforts and targeted marketing strategies.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of service issues and regular follow-up to ensure ongoing satisfaction.
  • Safely operated company vehicle, adhering to strict safety standards and ensuring proper maintenance was conducted regularly.
  • Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote speedy resolution.
  • Represented wide range of products and brands.
  • Completed daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
  • Stocked shelves and loaded orders to prepare deliveries.
  • Processed customer payments and kept accurate financial records.

Education

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School
7525 Tidwell Rd. Houston, TX 77016

Skills

  • Strong customer service
  • Customer Service
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Route Planning
  • Basic math proficiency
  • Inventory Management
  • Product Sales
  • Sales and Marketing Knowledge
  • Route Management
  • Client Relations
  • Sales Presentations
  • Merchandising Strategies
  • Sales Goals
  • Sales Development
  • Safe Vehicle Operation
  • Product displays
  • Truck loading

Timeline

Route Sales Driver

Theis Distributing Co
04.2016 - Current

Delivery Courier

Data Rush Couriers Carrier
02.2014 - 03.2016

Route Sales Driver

Wonder Bread Hostess Cake
05.1987 - 09.2013

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School
Fred Edwards