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James Freeman

Land O' Lakes,FL

Summary

Experienced leader with 20+ years of expertise in sales, management, and service with a proven track record of enhancing partner relationships and driving significant revenue growth. Expert in financial analysis and strategic planning, I excel in leadership and problem-solving, securing a $1.5 million revenue increase and a prestigious "Fintecher of the Year" award in 2023.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Distributor Program Manager

Financial Information Technologies (Fintech)
TAMPA, FL
04.2020 - Current

Created efficiencies through strategic conversations, training, and relationship building with partners. Planned strategically to align partner goals with future growth objectives, and ROI.

  • Coordinated and executed over 500 strategic account reviews with customers and stakeholders, from the C-suite executives down to sales and operations.
  • Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
  • Partner with Distributor Sales and Operations Teams to increase customer adoption of products and services.
  • Created efficiencies by managing multiple strategic projects, with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Devised creative solutions to increase revenue by $1.5 million.
  • Engaged with customers, partners, and constituent groups to create positive, trusting, and professional relationships.
  • Facilitated over 500 customer-facing calls, and led over 200 distributor trainings on new products and efficiency tools.
  • Track and measure performance on 60+ distributors' incentive programs annually, including ROI analysis.
  • Generated ROI for our customers of over $200,000.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums, and analytical reports for clients.
  • Hosted and executed 5 webinars to partners nationwide including hundreds of attendees
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.

Regional Account Specialist Sales Representative

Financial Information Technologies (Fintech)
Tampa, FL
03.2019 - 04.2020

Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features, value propositions, answer customer questions, and redirect concerns toward positive aspects.

  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
  • Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
  • Utilized various sales techniques to develop relationships with customers and drive sales.
  • Employed proactive and collaborative approaches to strengthen relationships and manage customer needs.
  • Identified key decision makers within target accounts and developed relationships with them.

Outside Sales Representative

Fabriclean Supply
Tampa, FL
08.2014 - 03.2019
  • Achieved annual sales of more than 1.4 million with 10% average yearly increase
  • Independently generated sales within assigned territory
  • Attended trade shows and conferences to maintain product knowledge and network with industry contacts
  • Drafted and provided new product quotes and cost comparison analyses
  • Collaborated with manufacturer representatives to drive new product purchases and increase sales
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Branch Manager/Warehouse Manager

Phenix Supply Company
Tampa, FL
08.2005 - 08.2014

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Finance & Marketing

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05-2019

Skills

  • Financial Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic planning
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluations
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • "Fintecher of the Year" award in 2023
  • Completed Fintastic Leadership Training 2023-2024 - Nominated and selected by company executives as a future leader
  • Selected as a Fintech ambassador and to mentor new hires

Timeline

Sr. Distributor Program Manager

Financial Information Technologies (Fintech)
04.2020 - Current

Regional Account Specialist Sales Representative

Financial Information Technologies (Fintech)
03.2019 - 04.2020

Outside Sales Representative

Fabriclean Supply
08.2014 - 03.2019

Branch Manager/Warehouse Manager

Phenix Supply Company
08.2005 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Finance & Marketing

University of South Florida
James Freeman