James Hood
Nashville,AR
Summary
Creative professional experienced in enabling strong sales with successful advertising and marketing strategies. Brings skills in market analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in challenging, growth-oriented role focused on improving business results and meeting targets. Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking Sales Manager position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style. Results-driven professional seeking position as Sales Manager. Focused on performance and flexible with specific needs of different assignments. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures. Seasoned Outside Sales Representative with [Number]-year track record. Bringing strong [Industry] knowledge, supporting business development and growth initiatives. Leveraging outstanding communication strengths to cultivate and retain long-term relationships.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Smith Poultry
Nashville, AR
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
Outside Sales Representative
Reliable Poultry Supply
Nashville, AR
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
- Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
- Collaborated with vendor representatives and company customers to set up optimal delivery schedules.
- Utilized in-depth understanding of strategic sales processes to increase revenue.
Outside Sales Representative
Just Poultry
Nashville, AR
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
- Worked independently with minimal supervision.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Met or exceeded sales, customer service and loyalty program standards.
- Prepared and deliver customer sales quotes.
- Developed new business relationships and maintained existing through regular communications and effective account management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Business
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05.1996
Skills
- Avaya Software
- Prospecting and Cultivating
- Consultative Sales Approach
- Canvassing Neighborhoods
- Sales Proposal Creation
- Closing Sales
- Sales Cycle Management
- Revenue and Profit Maximization
- Closing Techniques
- Opportunity Identification
- Competitor Research and Analysis
- Customer Service
- Site Visits
- Cold Calling
- Territory Assignments
- Brand Awareness Development
- Market Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strategic Account Development
- Account Management
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Smith Poultry
03.2019 - 09.2021
Outside Sales Representative
Reliable Poultry Supply
08.2017 - 03.2019
Outside Sales Representative
Just Poultry
03.2015 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Business
Southern Arkansas University
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