Jeremiah Morehead
Cortland,NE
Summary
Results-oriented and accomplished General Sales Manager with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, consistently achieving monthly goals, and leading high-performing sales teams. Committed to delivering exceptional sales strategies, fostering team collaboration, and surpassing customer expectations. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills and experience to contribute to the success of an organization.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Fastenal Company
11.2015 - 06.2023
- Successfully managed a team of sales representatives, overseeing all aspects of the sales process, including lead generation, customer acquisition, and closing deals.
- Developed and implemented effective sales strategies that resulted in double-digit revenue growth year after year.
- The team achieved 30 consecutive months of exceeding monthly sales goals, leading to consistent revenue generation and increased market share. Reaching over $1 million dollars per month in sales consistently.
- Managed one of the top-performing branches in the company, consistently achieving top rankings in sales performance and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and guidance to team members, resulting in improved productivity and motivation.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Recruited, hired, and trained new team members regularly and guided team members on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Selected to participate in a Regional Leadership Council, contributing to strategic decision-making and sharing best practices.
General Manager
Fastenal Company
05.2006 - 11.2015
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability. Growing the store from $25k per month in sales to over $135k per month in sales.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Assistant Manager Trainee
Fastenal Company
05.2006 - 05.2006
- Managed opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Plating Department Lead
American Tool Company
11.1999 - 03.2006
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Utilized safety devices and procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management And Administration
Southeast Community College - Beatrice
Beatrice, NEHigh School Diploma -
Beatrice High School
Beatrice, NE05.1999
Skills
- Team Leadership and Management
- Team Oversight
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Excellent Communication and Presentation Skills
- Performance Analysis
- Sales Team and staff Development
- Relationship Building and Customer Retention
- Purchasing and Planning
- New Business Development
- Inventory Control and Operations Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
Timeline
General Manager
Fastenal Company
11.2015 - 06.2023
General Manager
Fastenal Company
05.2006 - 11.2015
Assistant Manager Trainee
Fastenal Company
05.2006 - 05.2006
Plating Department Lead
American Tool Company
11.1999 - 03.2006
Associate of Arts - Business Management And Administration
Southeast Community College - Beatrice
High School Diploma -
Beatrice High School