Ismael Enrique Avila Figueroa
Summary
Sales professional with solid background in managing high-performing sales teams and driving revenue growth. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing market demands. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, ensuring success and growth in competitive environments.
Knowledgeable in sales of fine chemicals with proven track record in driving sales growth and cultivating lasting client relationships. Demonstrated success in leading sales teams to meet and exceed targets, with notable achievements in expanding market share and enhancing customer satisfaction. Utilized strategic planning and effective communication to drive team performance and ensure consistent results.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipestone
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Breeding Technician
Chistensen Farms
06.2017 - 12.2022
- Enhanced overall facility safety by implementing strict protocols for handling animals during reproductive procedures, minimizing the risk of injury to both staff and animals.
Sales manager
Avimont
12.2001 - 05.2017
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning of fats and meals of animal origin.
Sales Associate
Seghers Better in Life Sciences Vitamex (Belgium)
Belgium
09.1999 - 03.2001
- Business development ino, line of business, antibiotics substitutes, premix for starter feeds in piglets and poultry
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Technical sales manager
Ingredientes y Nutrientes Especiales S.A. de C.V.
12.1997 - 08.1999
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized solutions for clients, resulting in increased satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
- Trader representing several companies like: Agil, Biomin, Seghers Vita Corporation, American Dehydrated Foods
Technical sales
BASF Mexicana S.A. de C.V.
07.1992 - 11.1997
- Collaborated closely with engineering team to ensure accurate product knowledge for successful client demonstrations in the sales of premix vitamins, pigments, organic acids for the animal feed industry
Salesperson
Unilever Group of Mexico
Mexico
06.1989 - 06.1992
- I worked for two companies of the group: Anderson Clayton y Company, and Alipe S.A
- De C.V
- One is dedicated to produce animal feed and the other vitamin and mineral premixes for animal nutrition.
Lambers export, Forestal Vicente Guerrero
08.1987 - 05.1988
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zootechnical Agronomist
Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Santiago De Quéretaro06-1986
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of four in the development of sales of pigments, vitamins and enzymes in BASF.
Certification
PQA plus Certificate, 5521250004
Locations
- Current, 215 S State ST, Noton, KS, 67601, USA
- Previous, Boulevard Adolfo López Mateos 1118 Pte, Celaya, Guanajuato, 38060, Mexico
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
German
Elementary
Timeline
Pipestone
01.2022 - Current
Breeding Technician
Chistensen Farms
06.2017 - 12.2022
Sales manager
Avimont
12.2001 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
Seghers Better in Life Sciences Vitamex (Belgium)
09.1999 - 03.2001
Technical sales manager
Ingredientes y Nutrientes Especiales S.A. de C.V.
12.1997 - 08.1999
Technical sales
BASF Mexicana S.A. de C.V.
07.1992 - 11.1997
Salesperson
Unilever Group of Mexico
06.1989 - 06.1992
Lambers export, Forestal Vicente Guerrero
08.1987 - 05.1988
Bachelor of Science - Zootechnical Agronomist
Instituto Tecnológico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
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