Jennifer Bohlinger
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Talented sales representative with 25 years experience. I am looking to obtain a challenging role that utilizes my vast knowledge of sales, strong interpersonal skills and willingness to learn and develop new projects while obtaining rewarding involvement in a team environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Design Sales Representative
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
Plymouth, MN
12.2013 - Current
- Develop professional and consultative relationships with key members of architecture firms
- Promote products with presentations, one on one advising and trade shows
- Resource for architectural community and contractors
- Work closely with architecture firms to influence and create specifications
- Create successful strategies to develop and expand sales
- Demonstrate product features to align with project needs
- Track projects through all phases
- Knowledgeable of market and competition
- Grown territory from $700,000 to 6,000,000
- Multi-million dollar annual sales
Account Manager
Lexli International
Minneapolis, MN
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Successfully marketed new line to Minneapolis market
- Built and developed relationships with new customers
- Educate clients on benefits of line for end users
- Assist clients on growing business and increasing sales
Territory Manager
F & C Flooring Distributors
Plymouth , WI
11.2009 - 04.2010
- Managed 175 accounts in the Minnesota market
- Represented 17 lines of hardwood flooring
- Built and maintained client relations
- Educated clients on value of products
- Created new opportunities within the residential design and contractor community
Oriental Rug/Karastan Rug Specialist
Dayton’s, Marshall Field’s, Macy’s
Edina, MN
03.1998 - 01.2008
- Annual sales average $750,000
- Educate clients of history, styles and construction of rugs
- Locate pieces to match clients specifications, design and floor plans
- Act as a liaison between company, clients and contractors
- Partner with residential designers, architects and vendors to meet interior design needs of clients
- Trusted resource for residential design community
- Provide outstanding customer service
- Build and maintain client relations
Art Sales Representative
Meadow Creek Art Gallery
Edina, MN
05.1997 - 05.1998
- Assist clients with art purchases
- Select custom framing for clients
- Educate clients about artists, history, styles, methods and techniques of artwork
- Partner with designers for art for clients homes and businesses
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.1996
Skills
- Territory Sales
- Post-Sales Support
- On-Site Product Demonstrations
- Product Management and Pricing
- Account management
- Creative problem solving
- Relationship building
- Communication
Timeline
Architectural Design Sales Representative
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
12.2013 - Current
Account Manager
Lexli International
02.2012 - 01.2014
Territory Manager
F & C Flooring Distributors
11.2009 - 04.2010
Oriental Rug/Karastan Rug Specialist
Dayton’s, Marshall Field’s, Macy’s
03.1998 - 01.2008
Art Sales Representative
Meadow Creek Art Gallery
05.1997 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities