John Hicks
Prosper,TX
Summary
Accomplished Sales Manager offering 20+ years of experience developing and maximizing Sales Teams. Diligent in building and retaining accounts by providing support and attentive service. Expertise in marketing strategies, product promotion and merchandising to achieve market penetration. Successful record of expanding network connections through persuasive brand imaging and client relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Regional Sales
HomePro Inc
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and maintained cooperative working relationships with customers, maintaining satisfaction and tailoring tactics to individual needs as necessary.
- Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Lead sales team in 2021 and 2022 to Sales Excellence achievement trips( Best of Best)
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
District Sales Manager
ADT Security LLC
05.2005 - 03.2021
- Devised strategies for retaining accounts, delivering polished sales presentations and promoting brands and products.
- Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
- Led team of 12 salespeople to exceed quarterly sales goals 150% to plan
- Managed top 5 sales team in Nation for 15 years
- Forecasted sales to executive leadership and collaborated to build effective sales team
- Set ambitious sales goals and motivated strong performance to keep team growing effectively
- Club Excellence (best of best) 4 years
Residential Sales Representative
ADT Security LLC
09.2001 - 05.2005
- Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
- Exceeded sales goals and finished over 100% to plan for 5 years straight before going into management
- Serviced customers with knowledgeable, friendly support of every stage of shopping and purchasing
- Identified new targets, developed new business opportunities and presented new product lines to customers
- Built and cultivated longe term quality relationships with over 1,000 clients by addressing needs and providing superior customer service.
- Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients
- Developed new business and managed new and existing clients
Education
Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXHigh School Diploma -
North Side High School
Fort Worth, TX05.1995
Skills
- Direct Sales
- Driven Leader
- Self Motivated Professional
- Sales Expertise
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Goals and Performance
- Budgeting and Expenditures
- Promotions Programs
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Sales Presentation
- Social Media Platforms
- Sales Territory Growth
Golf
Enjoy Playing Golf for social and business purposes
Timeline
Director of Regional Sales
HomePro Inc
03.2021 - 03.2023
District Sales Manager
ADT Security LLC
05.2005 - 03.2021
Residential Sales Representative
ADT Security LLC
09.2001 - 05.2005
Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
High School Diploma -
North Side High School
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