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Jackie Carpenter

Central States Manufacturing, Inc
Springdale,AR
35
years of professional experience

Accomplished sales and logistics leader with 30+ years of experience driving revenue growth, customer retention, operational excellence, and strategic account management across manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and supply chain industries. Proven success leading high-performing sales teams, managing national and regional customer portfolios, developing customer-focused growth strategies, and aligning sales execution with production and operational capabilities.

Recognized for building strong customer relationships, creating "raving fans," and driving sustainable business growth through servant leadership, strategic planning, and operational discipline. Extensive expertise in metal building products, manufacturing operations, transportation management, third-party logistics, customer success, territory management, and sales leadership.

Known for leading organizational change, developing top-performing teams, resolving complex customer challenges, and fostering cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, Logistics, Transportation, and Executive Leadership.

Work History

Sales Manager

10 Months
Central States Manufacturing, Inc | 08.2025 - Current
  • Lead inside sales operations across the Central Division, overseeing Territory Sales Managers and driving execution of strategic sales initiatives.
  • Develop and implement sales strategies focused on customer retention, revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
  • Partner with Operations, Production Planning, Logistics, Transportation, and Executive Leadership to align customer demand with manufacturing capacity.
  • Coach and mentor sales professionals through performance management, leadership development, succession planning, and accountability programs.
  • Drive customer satisfaction initiatives while resolving complex service, quality, and supply chain challenges.
  • Lead territory optimization efforts, ensuring balanced workloads and maximum market coverage.
  • Serve as a key liaison between Sales and Operations to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Sales Supervisor

7 Months
Central States Manufacturing, Inc | 01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supervised Territory Sales Managers while supporting sales execution, customer retention efforts, and business growth initiatives.
  • Managed team performance, customer escalations, sales reporting, and operational alignment.

Territory Sales Manager

4 Years 2 Months
Central States Manufacturing, Inc | 11.2020 - 01.2025
  • Managed a multi-state territory, serving as the primary contact for customers across the metal building and construction industries.
  • Maintained strong customer relationships while exceeding sales and volume objectives.
  • Managed pricing, contract negotiations, order fulfillment, service recovery, and customer retention initiatives.
  • Developed action plans to recover lost volume and grow market share within assigned territories.

Account Manager II

1 Year 7 Months
USA Logistics - USA Truck | 03.2019 - 10.2020
  • Managed transportation and logistics solutions for key customer accounts across North America.
  • Coordinated truckload, brokerage, dedicated fleet, and supply chain services to support customer operations.
  • Strengthened customer relationships through proactive communication, issue resolution, and service excellence.

Customer Care Manager

5 Years 9 Months
Americold Logisitcs | 04.2013 - 01.2019
  • Led customer service operations for a global cold chain logistics organization serving food manufacturers, retailers, and distribution partners.
  • Managed customer success initiatives while supporting operational execution across temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution networks.
  • Collaborated with sales, operations, and transportation teams to drive customersatisfaction and retention.

Extended Service Manager

3 Years 7 Months
CHEP | 08.2009 - 03.2013
  • Managed strategic customer relationships and supply chain solutions for major national accounts.
  • Led operational improvement initiatives while supporting customer retention and revenue growth.

Business Development Manager

2 Years 4 Months
CHEP | 04.2007 - 08.2009
  • Developed and expanded business relationships with one of the organization's largest national accounts.
  • Identified growth opportunities and implemented customer-focused solutions.

Customer Service Representative

3 Years 6 Months
CHEP | 10.2003 - 04.2007

Delivered customer support and account management services while building expertise in supply chain operations.

Implementation Manager

2 Years
Transplace | 10.2001 - 10.2003
  • Led transportation and logistics implementations for new customer accounts.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure successful onboarding and operational execution.

Logistics Manager

4 Years 1 Month
JB Hunt Transport | 09.1997 - 10.2001
  • Managed transportation operations and customer relationships for a major national account.
  • Oversaw logistics planning, carrier performance, and service execution.

Logistics Analyst

3 Years
JB Hunt Transport | 09.1994 - 09.1997

Supported transportation planning, reporting, and supply chain optimization initiatives.

Department Manager - Detention Center

2 Years 3 Months
JB Hunt Transport | 06.1992 - 09.1994

Managed operational workflows and personnel within transportation operations.

Lateline Specialist

1 Year
JB Hunt Transport | 06.1991 - 06.1992

Coordinated shipment monitoring and transportation support functions.

Skills

Executive Sales Leadership
Strategic Account Management
Customer Retention & Growth
Metal Building Systems & Manufacturing
Territory Optimization
Supply Chain Management

Timeline

Sales Manager

Central States Manufacturing, Inc
08.2025 - CurrentRead More

Sales Supervisor

Central States Manufacturing, Inc
01.2025 - 08.2025Read More

Territory Sales Manager

Central States Manufacturing, Inc
11.2020 - 01.2025Read More

Account Manager II

USA Logistics - USA Truck
03.2019 - 10.2020Read More

Customer Care Manager

Americold Logisitcs
04.2013 - 01.2019Read More

Extended Service Manager

CHEP
08.2009 - 03.2013Read More

Business Development Manager

CHEP
04.2007 - 08.2009Read More

Customer Service Representative

CHEP
10.2003 - 04.2007Read More

Implementation Manager

Transplace
10.2001 - 10.2003Read More

Logistics Manager

JB Hunt Transport
09.1997 - 10.2001Read More

Logistics Analyst

JB Hunt Transport
09.1994 - 09.1997Read More

Department Manager - Detention Center

JB Hunt Transport
06.1992 - 09.1994Read More

Lateline Specialist

JB Hunt Transport
06.1991 - 06.1992Read More
Jackie Carpenter