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Jay W. Kizzia

Richardson

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Merchandising & Service Team LeaderFundraising CoordinatorClient Business Manage /Strategic Account ExecutiveRegional Sales Manager SWAccount Director

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Richardson, TXDallas, TX
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Work-life balance

Summary

Sales professional and team leader with a proven history of exceeding business objectives.

An energetic, customer-facing client business manager who thrives on hunting sales while building a growing business and addressing mission-critical development initiatives by delivering innovative solutions. Dedicated employee with extensive experience partnering with Fortune 500 corporations and multinational enterprises. Highly effective in persuasive communication, speaking fluently and confidently with top decision-makers, technical experts, and professionals from all levels of an organization. Translates corporate mission into successful outcomes by clearly understanding customers’ business needs, developing strong relationships, and delivering custom solutions which support the clients’ business objectives. Delivering intelligent, mutually beneficial business solutions, which strengthens overall relationship and contributes to exceeding customer expectations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandising & Service Team Leader

Lowe's Home Improvement
Richardson
01.2022 - 10.2025
  • Directed daily operations for 15+ associates across merchandising, receiving, and equipment service functions in high-volume retail generating over $45M annually.
  • Operated forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and powered industrial equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Enforced preventive maintenance schedules to achieve over 98% equipment uptime.
  • Developed hands-on training programs for new operators on powered industrial equipment, enhancing certification rates and operational safety compliance.

Fundraising Coordinator

Pay It Forward Fundraising
Richardson
03.2017 - 05.2020
  • Managed end-to-end logistics for large-scale fundraising events, coordinating vendors and cross-functional teams for flawless execution across multiple sites.
  • Developed tailored solutions for key customer accounts, increasing client retention by 25%.
  • Oversaw inventory management and transportation logistics, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence for multi-site operations.

Client Business Manage /Strategic Account Executive

AT&T Business Services
Dallas
02.2000 - 10.2016
  • Managed portfolio of six to eight enterprise accounts generating over $90 million in annual recurring revenue.
  • Consistently surpassed revenue and sales production targets as top performer.
  • 4 x AT&T Gold Club (Top 10% AT&T Business)
  • Leaders Council Award ( Top 2% AT&T Business)
  • Developed strategic account plans for Fortune 500 and multinational clients, delivering advanced global solutions.
  • Served as primary contact for key decision-makers, fostering executive relationships and achieving customer satisfaction above 95%.
  • Led cross-functional teams of 10+, including engineers and project managers, to provide end-to-end solutions.
  • Utilized Salesforce CRM for pipeline management, maintaining 98% forecast accuracy across active opportunities.
  • Negotiated multi-year contracts valued between $25 million and $50 million, optimizing profitability and customer value.

Regional Sales Manager SW

Kanaflex Corporation
Dallas
08.1996 - 02.2000
  • Managed five-state territory with 28 industrial distributors and 250 OEM/end-user accounts.
  • Identified and pursued new business opportunities, expanding distribution channels and increasing market reach.
  • Provided technical product support, improving customer satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
  • Partnered with regional manufacturers to design and implement custom OEM products for clients, including Ditch Witch and Vermeer.

Education

Advanced Assault Amphibious Vehicle Repair - Mechanical, Electrical, And Hydraulic Systems

United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
07-1988

Assault Amphibious Vehicle Repair - Mechanical And Electrical Engineering

United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
06-1986

Skills

  • Enterprise Account Management
  • Strategic Sales Planning
  • CRM management
  • Relationship development
  • Team leadership
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Mechanical Systems Diagnostics
  • Hydraulic & Electrical Systems
  • Financial Modeling

Methodologies

  • Six Sigma
  • Distributed Computing
  • Consultative Selling
  • Strategic Selling
  • Holden Power Base
  • Strategic Account Planning

Timeline

Merchandising & Service Team Leader

Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2022 - 10.2025

Fundraising Coordinator

Pay It Forward Fundraising
03.2017 - 05.2020

Client Business Manage /Strategic Account Executive

AT&T Business Services
02.2000 - 10.2016

Regional Sales Manager SW

Kanaflex Corporation
08.1996 - 02.2000

Advanced Assault Amphibious Vehicle Repair - Mechanical, Electrical, And Hydraulic Systems

United States Marine Corps

Assault Amphibious Vehicle Repair - Mechanical And Electrical Engineering

United States Marine Corps
Jay W. Kizzia