John Kiiffner
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Versatile Manager with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, leading personnel through motivation to optimize performance. Proven leader with significant background in all aspects of the cutting tool industry.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director/ Customer Service
GWS Tool Group
01.2022 - Current
Director of Regional Sales
GWS Tool Group
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
Product Manager/ Drill, Reamers, Micro/tools
GWS Tool Group
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Identified new opportunities to drive business strategy for technical products, while working with both engineering and production teams to ensure successful launches.
Vice President- Sales and Marketing
Alliance CNC
06.2009 - 02.2018
- Developed and lead Manufacturing Representative Network for sales of custom tooling products
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
Production Manager
Alliance CNC
10.1997 - 06.2009
- Oversaw all aspects of Manufacturing Facility
- Create set strategies to increase corporate profitability without sacrificing quality
Technical Sales Engineer
Walter Grinders
04.1995 - 10.1997
- Managed a robust territory consisting of the Upper Peninsula and Western half of the state of Michigan and part of Indiana.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with customers to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Delivered detailed product demonstrations, highlighting unique features and benefits to prospective customers.
Senior Applications Engineer
Walter Gringers
06.1991 - 04.1995
- Provided continued education and support to key automotive clients by sharing industry trends and new technologies.
- Supported commercial sales teams through equipment demonstrations.
Application Engineer
Walter Grinders
05.1989 - 06.1991
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.1989
Affiliations
- Precision Machining Parts Association (PMPA)
Timeline
Managing Director/ Customer Service
GWS Tool Group
01.2022 - Current
Director of Regional Sales
GWS Tool Group
10.2019 - 01.2022
Product Manager/ Drill, Reamers, Micro/tools
GWS Tool Group
02.2018 - 10.2019
Vice President- Sales and Marketing
Alliance CNC
06.2009 - 02.2018
Production Manager
Alliance CNC
10.1997 - 06.2009
Technical Sales Engineer
Walter Grinders
04.1995 - 10.1997
Senior Applications Engineer
Walter Gringers
06.1991 - 04.1995
Application Engineer
Walter Grinders
05.1989 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
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