James Kalinke
Guyton,GA
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Supervisor
Cable ONE
Phoenix, AZ
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Conducted regular meetings with the inside sales team to review goals and objectives.
- Communicated key information regarding products, promotions and sales incentive contests to foster competitive drive.
- Supervised 11 inside sales reps, managed daily performance and provided feedback to increase productivity.
- Delivered consistent one-on-one and group training sessions to help Inside Sales Sales Agents improve skills and selling techniques.
- Analyzed daily, weekly, monthly reports to track performance metrics such as revenue, conversion rate, call volume.
- Used video conferencing solutions to communicate and train personnel in remote offices.
Restaurant Manager
The Cotton Exchange Tavern
Savannah, GA
03.2016 - 03.2019
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
- Assisted with kitchen preparation during peak times as needed.
- Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
On Premise Sales Representative
Souther Eagle Distribution
Savannah, GA
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Established positive and effective account relationships through consistent and professional communication with key contacts.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Utilized corporate vehicle to deliver and sell products to clients with focus on optimizing customer experience.
- Organised promotional events such as tastings, dinners and other activities to drive sales.
- Conducted regular market visits to meet customers, identify trends and promote products.
- Resolved customers' complaints regarding products or services.
- Issued sales promotion materials to customers to boost sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wichsburg High School
Newton, AL05-2002
Skills
- Sales Management
- Sales Team Leadership
- Sales Development
- Business Planning
- Sales Tracking
- Recruitment
- Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Won Presidents Club the first year I was eligible and was able to travel to Mexico on a week long company paid trip.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Inside Sales Supervisor
Cable ONE
03.2019 - 01.2024
Restaurant Manager
The Cotton Exchange Tavern
03.2016 - 03.2019
On Premise Sales Representative
Souther Eagle Distribution
02.2015 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Wichsburg High School