Jake Eccles
Gretna,LA
Summary
Experienced Business Development Manager with over five years of success with Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Business Development, and Client Acquisition; as well as, over eight years of experience with Marketing, Sales, and Market Analysis. Proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, ability to handle multiple accounts, and ability to identify & proactively address challenges. I am seeking a high-end sales position with the opportunity to utilize my industry knowledge & sales expertise to provide the greatest value to my customers and, more importantly, my company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Triplex, Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration, and market expansion.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed individual Branch goals.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products (Lunch & Learns, Trade Shows, etc.)
- Developed new proposals, contracts, and procedures to attract more clients and streamline work operations.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Within the last two years, New Orleans location has met & exceeded sales goals not previously accomplished since the opening of it's branch over 20 years ago.
Outside Sales Representative
Triplex, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with industry executives, directors, engineers, planners, procurement personnel, etc. throughout my assigned territories.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
- Conducted daily sales calls, maintained detailed reports, created weekly itineraries to maximize client interactions, provided regular updates on successes, failures, and opportunities within my respective markets; & set monthly goals and objectives aligned with the company vision.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
Marketing Coordinator (Part Time)
Keith Eccles Illustration & Design Studio, LLC
01.2017 - Current
- Responsible for development and implementation of marketing campaigns via social network marketing – Facebook, Instagram, Website, etc
- Responsible for promoting and developing new outlets for both local and nationwide art opportunities including (but not limited to) Lebron James/Sprite Foundation, Popeyes’ Love That Mural/Commercial, CJ McCollum’s Dream Center, West Jefferson Hospital Mural.
- Composed daily/weekly posts for social media and helped build strong presence on Facebook, Instagram, & Website.
- Developed and executed marketing plans for trade shows and other events to increase brand awareness.
- Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major BS Mktg (3.67 GPA)/BS Mgmt (3.54 GPA)
University of New Orleans
05.2019
High School Diploma -
Jesuit High College-Preparatory School
New Orleans, LA05.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Account Management
- Contract Negotiations
- Sales and Marketing
- Business Analysis
- CRM Management
- Lead Generation
- Account development
- B to B sales
- Business development and planning
- Customer Service
- Excellent verbal and written communication
Activitiesawards
- Recipient of TOPS
- Member of LSU Wrestling Club (2014-2017)
- Member of American Marketing Association
- Jesuit High School State Wrestling Champion (2014)
- Team USA U19 Wrestling Team – “Down Under Sports” – Competed in Australia, New Zealand, and Hawaii
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Triplex, Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2024
Outside Sales Representative
Triplex, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022
Marketing Coordinator (Part Time)
Keith Eccles Illustration & Design Studio, LLC
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major BS Mktg (3.67 GPA)/BS Mgmt (3.54 GPA)
University of New Orleans
High School Diploma -
Jesuit High College-Preparatory School
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