James Pendley
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven project management and sales professional with experience leading cross-functional teams, managing complex industrial projects, and driving revenue growth for industry-leading brands including Milwaukee, RYOBI, RIDGID, and Refined Technologies. Proven ability to build strong customer relationships, identify business opportunities, and deliver successful project outcomes from planning through execution. Combines consultative selling, operational leadership, and strategic problem-solving to exceed customer expectations, grow accounts, and improve organizational performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
ReNu Technologies
05.2025 - Current
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams of 4–12 personnel on oil and gas refinery projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and successful execution.
- Act as the primary client representative, facilitating project meetings, providing progress updates, and maintaining strong customer relationships throughout all phases.
- Apply consultative sales and relationship-management skills to identify opportunities for expanded scope and additional service offerings.
- Coordinate project logistics, including travel, scheduling, workforce planning, training requirements, and resource allocation to ensure operational readiness.
- Direct on-site supervisors and field personnel to optimize productivity, uphold quality standards, and achieve project objectives.
- Manage projects both remotely and in the field, leveraging strong communication and organizational skills to drive performance and results.
- Partner with internal departments to align project requirements, staffing, training, and operational support.
- Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, standardization, and scalability across the organization.
Field Sales and Marketing Representative
Techtronic Industries
Dallas, USA
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed sales for Milwaukee, RYOBI, and RIDGID at a top-75 store (out of 2,012 nationwide), overseeing 800+ SKUs and generating $4.2M in sales within 11 months while driving 8%+ growth.
- Enhanced global power tool market share through strategic merchandising and sales execution.
- Built strong relationships with store leadership and associates to secure premium product placement and drive sales performance.
- Conducted product demonstrations for customers and staff, increasing product knowledge and sales effectiveness.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Project Management
- Consultative selling
- Customer relationship management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Communication Skills
- Product Knowledge
Leadership Experience
- Team Captain, University of Arkansas Lacrosse, 01/01/21, 12/31/23
- Team Captain, The Woodlands 6A High School Lacrosse, 01/01/19, 12/31/20
Timeline
Project Manager
ReNu Technologies
05.2025 - Current
Field Sales and Marketing Representative
Techtronic Industries
01.2024 - 04.2025
B.S. - Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas