Gary Deaguero
Thornton,CO
Summary
District Sales Manager with over 25 years of industry success. Passionate about transforming territory sales and marketing programs. Demonstrated track record of aligning sales and marketing initiatives to influence buying decisions. Resolves complex solutions and implements data-driven recommendations. Skilled in learning and adapting to changing environments in competitive landscapes. Understands customer needs and provides optimal solutions
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
District Sales Manager
Performance Food Service - Denver
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated closely with other district managers to share best practices, learnings, and drive overall success of the organization.
- Improved team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies for the district.
- Recognized potential talent within the team members early on; mentored them into higher positions in the organization over time.
Product Specialist
Performance Food Service - Denver
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Supported sales representatives during client meetings by providing expert knowledge on specific features or functionalities of the given product line.
- Boosted customer retention by providing exceptional product support and addressing user concerns.
- Spearheaded successful product launches, generating widespread brand awareness and interest from potential customers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes.
- Optimized product pricing strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining competitive edge.
Senior Buyer
Performance Food Service - Denver
01.2012 - 07.2019
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
Sous Chef
B and C Baking and Catering
08.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
General manager
Coosemans Denver LLC.
06.2000 - 08.2010
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Education
Culinary Arts -
Johnson and Wales University
Denver, CO08.2012
Chemical Engineering (2yrs) -
University of Wyoming
06.1992
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Market analysis
- Pipeline management
- Negotiation tactics
- Territory optimization
- Performance coaching
- Sales strategy
- Supplier relationship management
- Product knowledge
- Sales team leadership
- Budget management
Activities
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Timeline
District Sales Manager
Performance Food Service - Denver
07.2024 - Current
Product Specialist
Performance Food Service - Denver
07.2019 - 07.2024
Senior Buyer
Performance Food Service - Denver
01.2012 - 07.2019
Sous Chef
B and C Baking and Catering
08.2010 - 01.2012
General manager
Coosemans Denver LLC.
06.2000 - 08.2010
Chemical Engineering (2yrs) -
University of Wyoming
Culinary Arts -
Johnson and Wales University
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