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James Merryman

Cornelius,NC

Summary

  • Performance-driven Associate with stellar record of accomplishment in connecting with customers and driving remarkable sales.
  • Proactive, well-organized sales leader successful at meeting and exceeding targets with strategic approaches.
  • Skilled lead generator, product demonstrator and problem-solver.
  • Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
  • Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Clegg's Termite & Pest Control LLC
Charlotte , NC
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted home inspections to address moisture issues, termite activity as well as general pest concerns.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Gave notice to pursue more appropriate opportunities.

Finance Manager

Interstate Cycle and Watersports, LLC
Mooreville , NC
05.2021 - 09.2023
  • Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
  • Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
  • Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Contributed to annual sales of more than $4.5 million on all Yamaha, Suzuki, Polaris, Triumph motorcycles, and SSR off road units.
  • Exceeded back end products and services sales goals throughout my tenure.

Sales Lead

Lake Norman Powersports, LLC
Cornelius , NC
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Engaged customers, providing assistance and information on merchandise and product features.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing product updates and information.
  • Researched and capitalized on emerging opportunities to build business and expand customer base.
  • Created reports and presentations on weekly sales performance to senior management.
  • Consistently sold $1.9 - $2.8 million annually on all Sea Doo boats and watercraft as well as Polaris on road/ off road units

Sales Associate

Presto Garage Doors, LLC
Cornelius , NC
12.2016 - 09.2019
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
  • Consistently sold $1.2 - $2.1 million annually on steel and custom wood garage doors as well as openers/ operators.

Sales Associate

Lake Norman Powersports, LLC
Cornelia , NC
05.2013 - 11.2016
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Consistently sold $1.1 - $2 million annually on Sea Doo boats and watercraft as well as Polaris road/ off road units.

Retail Store Manager

Gap/ Banana Republic retail stores
Huntersville , NC
06.2004 - 03.2013
  • Managed daily operations of $4 - $5 million retail stores.
  • Managed daily operations by completing purchasing, inventory control, merchandising and product distribution tasks.
  • Coached and mentored employees by offering constructive feedback and taking interest in long-term career growth.
  • Executed merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
  • Mentored employees in management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
  • Organized and updated schedules to optimize coverage for expected customer demands.
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2005

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Sales Development
  • Contract Preparation
  • Product Sales
  • Upselling
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Financial records analysis
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strategic Planning
  • Meeting deadlines

Timeline

Sales Associate

Clegg's Termite & Pest Control LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024

Finance Manager

Interstate Cycle and Watersports, LLC
05.2021 - 09.2023

Sales Lead

Lake Norman Powersports, LLC
10.2019 - 04.2021

Sales Associate

Presto Garage Doors, LLC
12.2016 - 09.2019

Sales Associate

Lake Norman Powersports, LLC
05.2013 - 11.2016

Retail Store Manager

Gap/ Banana Republic retail stores
06.2004 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
James Merryman