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Hugh Grayson Willard

Lexington

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with 3 years of experience in identifying opportunities and expanding sales by establishing strong customer relationships. Skilled in problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing, with a proven ability to drive growth. Collaborative team player with a motivated attitude and a passion for building relationships and helping clients succeed.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Longship
06.2022 - Current
  • Independently closed and successfully manage 17 accounts, driving year-over-year revenue growth and consistently exceeding sales targets.
  • Expanded book of business by an average of 6+ new clients per year through targeted prospecting, relationship-building, and tailored sales strategies, resulting in consistent revenue growth.
  • Manage client relations, book 20-50 loads daily, and maintain strong carrier relationships, ensuring seamless operations and timely deliveries while providing exceptional customer service.
  • Foster and maintain strong customer relationships by consistently building trust through transparent communication, reliability, and personalized service, ensuring long-term satisfaction and repeat business.

Production Specialist

Heaven Hill Brands
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Controlled flow of materials between machinery and warehouses to ensure orders were filled.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with supervisors.
  • Organized work in a team setting to meet demanding production goals.
  • Located and picked merchandise to fulfill daily customer orders.

Contractor Sales/Marketing Coordinator

Watts Home Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth especially with local contractors.
  • Provided recommendations to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits, resulting in securing forty three long-term accounts.
  • Created excel files to maintain organization and track weekly sales.

Education

BBA - Marketing

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05.2020

Timeline

Account Executive

Longship
06.2022 - Current

Production Specialist

Heaven Hill Brands
06.2021 - 03.2022

Contractor Sales/Marketing Coordinator

Watts Home Center
06.2020 - 12.2020

BBA - Marketing

University of Kentucky
Hugh Grayson Willard