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Sherrod Evans

Blythewood,SC

Summary

Experienced Route Sales Representative with a proven track record of delivering tailored products to meet customer needs and requirements. Efficiently manages orders and ensures the timely and accurate delivery of shipments, adhering to strict schedules. Resourceful and detail-oriented professional adept at maintaining meticulous sales records, cultivating leads and prospects, and resolving customer concerns.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Bulk Account Merchandiser (BAM)

Coca-Cola Consolidated
12.2023 - Current
  • Using knowledge of sales and implementation to order an efficient amount of product for accounts to ensure account fulfillment, driving net margin and prevent out of stocks
  • Overseeing all pricing points with client management while also implementing incremental displays for high sales packaging
  • Initiating and implementing sales promotions to drive revenue growth, effectively leveraging incremental space at accounts
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Cultivating and nurturing professional relationships with all account managers, fostering strong business rapport and enhancing collaboration
  • Regularly reviewed sales performance metrics to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment within the account portfolio.
  • Managing product organization to ensure efficient order fulfillment and meet customers' diverse needs
  • Analyzed competitor activities and adjusted strategies accordingly, ensuring sustained market share growth.
  • Streamlined order processing procedures, significantly reducing order-to-delivery times for clients.
  • Reduced stock shortages by implementing an efficient replenishment system based on sales data analysis.
  • Train newly hired employees to become more familiar with job responsibilities as a Merchandiser for Coca Cola
  • Conducted regular store visits to assess execution of merchandising plans and provide support as needed for retail partners.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, obtaining cost savings without compromising product quality or availability.

Operations Supervisor

JB Hunt Transport, Inc.
07.2019 - 09.2023
  • Cultivated enduring relationships with drivers and fostered strong customer connections with clients
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
  • Strategized and coordinated routes for a team of 50+ drivers, ensuring optimal efficiency and on-time delivery performance
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in fostering a safety-conscious work environment, earning recognition from senior management for outstanding safety performance
  • Coordinated 40-50 daily outbound deliveries using the JB Hunt 360 order management system
  • Oversaw logistics coordination for seamless transportation of goods between various departments and locations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and transportation providers, negotiating favorable contracts to minimize costs and maximize service quality.
  • Outsourced drivers to various accounts in order to maximize profit margin and ensure business continuity
  • Responsible for handling all billing discrepancies between drivers and our client
  • Received the Excellence in Customer Value Delivery award for the Southeast Region in 2022 for contributions to the Belk account

Bulk Sales Regional Manager

Pepsi Bottling Ventures
06.2012 - 06.2019
  • Managed 4-5 retail accounts daily to ensure inventory and displays met demand requirements
  • Set production goals based on market trends and prioritized tasks by urgency, establishing a clear hierarchy of priorities
  • Maintained product organization at all accounts, reducing the risk of inventory shortages
  • Established relationships with vendors to improve market share presence and maximize profit margins by 90%

Customer Service Representative

Food Lion
06.2008 - 09.2013
  • Delivered personalized and engaging service to achieve high customer satisfaction
  • Managed cash transactions to ensure accuracy and prevent discrepancies
  • Addressed shopper inquiries with top-notch customer service
  • Supported the Children's Miracle Network through company representation

Education

BBA - Supply Chain Management

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05.2019

Skills

Supply Chain Understanding

Brand Awareness

Merchandise planning

Performance Tracking

Forecasting abilities

Supplier audits

Customer Service

Ordering and Purchasing

Team building

Supplier Communication

Timeline

Bulk Account Merchandiser (BAM)

Coca-Cola Consolidated
12.2023 - Current

Operations Supervisor

JB Hunt Transport, Inc.
07.2019 - 09.2023

Bulk Sales Regional Manager

Pepsi Bottling Ventures
06.2012 - 06.2019

Customer Service Representative

Food Lion
06.2008 - 09.2013

BBA - Supply Chain Management

East Carolina University

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