James Spooner
Saint Michael,MN
Summary
Accomplished Logistics Account Executive with a proven background in streamlining operations to reduce costs while increasing efficiency. Highly skilled at identifying needs of customers and offering products or services designed to meet those needs. Demonstrated success in fostering client relationships, negotiating contracts, and implementing innovative logistics solutions that improve overall business performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Account Executive
Total Quality Logistics Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive prices while maintaining high quality standards.
- Increased repeat business using great customer service, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Achieved sales goals, increasing revenue for top accounts and expanding personal sales portfolio.
Lead Banquet Server
Sterling Catering
Saint Michael, MN
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Troubleshooted any issues that arose during events in a timely manner.
- Coordinated a cohesive team.
- Managed team members and assisted in assigning roles.
- Ensured the best experience for customers
Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
St. Cloud
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Focused on customers, providing the best in-store brand experience
- Engaged with customers and responded to their needs
- Connected and initiated conversation ensuring the customer was the priority
- Maintained merchandise inventory.
Landscape Specialist and Project Manager
Autumn Ridge Landscaping
Loretto, MN
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges and bushes, raking leaves, and debris removal.
- Collaborated with clients to develop creative solutions that met their needs while staying within budget parameters.
Education
MAJOR-MARKETING -
ST CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2022
Skills
- Shipping coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Google Analytics
- Relationship Building
- Route Optimization
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Freight Forwarding
- Transportation Management
- Revenue Generation
- Retention Strategies
- Lead prospecting
- Sales closing
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Excel
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Logistics Account Executive at Total Quality Logistics
Extracurricular Activities
Philanthropy Chair, Acacia Fraternity SCSU Chapter, St. Cloud, MN, 11/2018, PRESENT, Organize events and fundraisers, Connect with local philanthropy groups, 50+ hours of community service SCSU Social Media Marketing Campaign, Opatz Metals Inc., St. Cloud, MN, 09/2021, 12/2022.
Certification
- Herberger Business School Sales Certification
Accomplishments
- Became one of the top performing Junior Brokers within the Minneapolis Branch.
Timeline
Logistics Account Executive
Total Quality Logistics Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Lead Banquet Server
Sterling Catering
09.2021 - 12.2022
Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
09.2020 - 05.2021
Landscape Specialist and Project Manager
Autumn Ridge Landscaping
05.2020 - 08.2020
MAJOR-MARKETING -
ST CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY