James Powell
Valley Grove,WV
Summary
Motivated professional with strong work ethic and adaptability. Demonstrated ability to meet organizational needs through effective time management and consistent practices. Committed to enhancing skills in dynamic environments while contributing to company growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Sales Manager
Dixie beverage west
Fairmont, West Virginia
10.2025 - Current
- Managed client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to enhance loyalty.
- Prepared sales presentations tailored to customer needs.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional campaigns.
- Provided product information and support during customer inquiries.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for growth.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure product availability for clients.
Account Sales Manager
Little Debbie
Fairmont, WV
01.2019 - 10.2025
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base and maximize profits.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Managed client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Managed customer accounts by providing timely updates on orders and shipments.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to enhance loyalty.
- Prepared sales presentations tailored to customer needs.
- Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure product availability for clients.
Crew Leader
National salvage and service corp
Bloomington, IN
05.2014 - 01.2019
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new crew members on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout phases of project completion.
- Coordinated logistics for material recovery and waste disposal processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and scheduled routine maintenance tasks.
Roustabout
7b roustabout llc
Perryton, Texas
06.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials at work sites.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained pipelines, pumps, valves, separators, storage tanks, and other related equipment.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Sargent
Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
06.2005 - 06.2012
- Led training exercises to develop tactical skills and team cohesion.
- Conducted reconnaissance to gather intelligence on enemy movements and terrain.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance in high-risk environments.
- Mentored junior soldiers in tactical procedures and personal development initiatives.
- Developed communication plans for clear information flow during operations.
- Managed equipment maintenance for optimal operational readiness and efficiency.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
Education
Heavy Equipment - Heavy Equipment
All State Career
Elm Grove, Wv 08.2020 - 12.2020
Skills
- Account management
- Sales strategy
- Sales presentation
- Sales forecasting
- Sales targets
- Customer retention
- Client engagement
- Market analysis
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic planning
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Database management
- Staff management
- Product knowledge
- Team collaboration
- Customer advocacy
Accomplishments
- Army Sargent
- Iraq/Afghanistan veteran
- Volunteer firefighter
- CPR/AED
Certification
- CPR/AED
- Volunteer firefighter
- Heavy Equipment
- Class D cdl
- Stick and mig welding
Affiliations
- High School archery coach
- Baseball coach
Timeline
Account Sales Manager
Dixie beverage west
10.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment - Heavy Equipment
All State Career
08.2020 - 12.2020
Account Sales Manager
Little Debbie
01.2019 - 10.2025
Crew Leader
National salvage and service corp
05.2014 - 01.2019
Roustabout
7b roustabout llc
06.2012 - 05.2014
Sargent
Army
06.2005 - 06.2012