James Witt
Barbourville,KY
Summary
Competitive Route Sales Representative with strong background providing customers with specific products to address needs and requirements. Effective in handling orders and verifying delivery of accurate shipments in alignment with strict schedules. Innovative and focused professional polished in maintaining accurate records of sales, developing leads and prospects and resolving customer issues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Distributor
Witt-Man Distributing
Barbourville, KY
09.2023 - Current
- Owner of Witt-Man Distributing for Bimbo Bakery
- Received stock from the warehouse and distributed to stores
- Determined best routes for driving to customer sites, accounting for such factors as weather and road construction.
- Contributed to revenue growth by identifying new sales opportunities and closing deals successfully.
- Maintained records of sales and customer information to support accuracy.
- Developed strong customer base through efficient and reliable service.
- Stocked shelves and loaded orders to prepare deliveries.
- Implemented policies and procedures across warehouse and shipping platforms.
- Collaborated with suppliers for timely product deliveries, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Processed customer payments and kept accurate financial records.
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Warehouse
Coca-Cola
Middlesboro, KY
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Loaded trucks for delivery
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Handled returns efficiently by inspecting returned items, processing refunds or exchanges promptly, and restocking inventory as needed.
- Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices and comply with health and safety procedures and regulations.
Stockman
Kroger
Corbin, KY
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed strategies for addressing seasonal fluctuations in demand, ensuring adequate inventory levels during peak periods without overstocking during slower times.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
Street Department
City Of Barbourville
Barbourville, KY
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Completed attractive roadside landscaping through timely mowing, weed removal and new plantings to beautify local roadways.
- Maintained a safe environment for pedestrians through prompt removal of obstacles and hazards.
- Participated in seasonal operations such as leaf collection or snow removal, ensuring continued safety and accessibility for the community.
- Cleaned streets and performed basic, routine maintenance of public roadways during improvements.
- Enhanced city cleanliness by diligently sweeping and picking up debris on assigned streets.
Stockman
Wal-Mart
Barbourville, KY
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Maintained safety procedures and practices.
- Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
Seasonal Help
Delta Gas
Barbourville, KY
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Was given a list of all gas meters in 2 counties and had to check each and see if they needed painted.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barbourville Independent
Barbourville, KY05.2017
Skills
- Safe Vehicle Operation
- Transportation Management
- Route Planning
- Merchandise Sales
- Business transactions
- Truck loading
- Local routes understanding
- Operated Fork Lift
Timeline
Distributor
Witt-Man Distributing
09.2023 - Current
Warehouse
Coca-Cola
01.2021 - 07.2023
Stockman
Kroger
08.2019 - 01.2021
Street Department
City Of Barbourville
08.2018 - 07.2019
Stockman
Wal-Mart
07.2017 - 06.2018
Seasonal Help
Delta Gas
05.2017 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Barbourville Independent