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Jason Schmidt, CSW

Sammamish,Washington

Summary

CAREER OBJECTIVE

A dedicated stay-at-home dad of two with eighteen years of experience raising and caring for children. Seeking to begin a career in the wine industry and contribute my retail and sales skills along with my recent wine education. Willing to use my passion for wine to learn and grow in this new career path.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay at Home Parent

Self Employed
10.2008 - Current
  • Managed household errands and other essential duties.
  • Created and implemented daily routines.
  • Established budget for all household necessities.

Sales Manager

Auto Leather Inc.
Haslett, MI
11.2003 - 12.2008
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Attended trade shows for in-person engagement and network building.

Business Development Manager

Coca Cola Refreshments
Lansing, MI
06.2001 - 11.2003
  • Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
  • Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
  • Maintained open and ongoing communication with clients to meet needs and expectations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.

Retail Sales Manager

ABC Cellular
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.1996 - 08.1999
  • Developed strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure accuracy of product counts.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by handling inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally.
  • Planned promotional events such as in-store discounts or special offers.
  • Mentored employees in management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
  • Monitored team sales targets and addressed deficiencies.

Education

Certified Specialist of Wine - Wine Knowledge And Skills

Society of Wine Educators
05-2025

WSET Level 2 - Wine Knowledge

Wine And Spirit Education Trust
01-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
08.1994

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Relationship management
  • Task prioritization
  • Issue resolution
  • Retail knowledge
  • Quick adaptability

Timeline

Stay at Home Parent

Self Employed
10.2008 - Current

Sales Manager

Auto Leather Inc.
11.2003 - 12.2008

Business Development Manager

Coca Cola Refreshments
06.2001 - 11.2003

Retail Sales Manager

ABC Cellular
07.1996 - 08.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida Atlantic University

Certified Specialist of Wine - Wine Knowledge And Skills

Society of Wine Educators

WSET Level 2 - Wine Knowledge

Wine And Spirit Education Trust

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