James Handley
Claremore
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in customer service and meat preparation. Known for building lasting relationships and optimizing inventory management to support business growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher
Walke Meat Company
Claremore, OK
09.2023 - Current
- Operated meat-processing equipment to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Trained new staff on proper handling techniques and equipment usage.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations to meet health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking product availability and freshness.
- Implemented best practices for storage and preservation of meat products.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
Route Sales Representative
Handley Distributing
Visalia, CA
07.2001 - 09.2021
- Managed daily route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, enhancing repeat business and brand loyalty.
- Conducted product presentations to educate customers on new offerings and promotions.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking to prevent supply shortages.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies for increased revenue.
- Boosted revenues by upselling and cross-selling products to new and established customers.
- Maximized sales through effective territory management and strategic route planning.
Route Sales Representative
Rel's Foods
Visalia, CA
07.1989 - 07.2001
- Trained new team members on company policies, product knowledge, and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced delivery times.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional campaigns tailored to local markets.
- Delivered top customer satisfaction, reviewing feedback closely, and addressing needs and requests of account holders.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers using good communication and follow-through abilities.
- Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote speedy resolution.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA06-1989
Skills
- Customer service
- Knife handling expertise
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Meat cutting
- Customer service abilities
- Sausage making
Timeline
Butcher
Walke Meat Company
09.2023 - Current
Route Sales Representative
Handley Distributing
07.2001 - 09.2021
Route Sales Representative
Rel's Foods
07.1989 - 07.2001
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
College of The Sequoias