John Ritt
Geneva,IL
Summary
Creative Business Development Manager with impressive track record of improving sales and growing company customer base. Innovative program management, strategic planning and team leadership skills. Successful team builder with exceptional communication abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Levolor
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - Current
- Worked with existing customers to increase purchases of products and services.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email and in-person inquiries.
- Created reports and presentations detailing business development activities.
- Consistently exceeded quotas through penetration of new accounts.
- Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
District Sales Manager
TimberBlindMetro Shade
Chicago, IL
10.2015 - 12.2017
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Assessed each location's individual and team performances, analyzing data trends to determine best methods to improve sales results.
- Worked diligently with dealers and management teams to forge lasting relationships and assist in solving unique business problems.
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
Inside Sales Representative
Labelmaster
Chicago, IL
03.2014 - 09.2015
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
- Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Determined needs, delivered solutions and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
Education
BBA - Business Management
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL04.2013
Skills
- Sales Presentation
- Product Demonstration
- Business Development
- Pipeline Development
- Project Management
- Lead Generation
- Training and Development
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Levolor
01.2018 - Current
District Sales Manager
TimberBlindMetro Shade
10.2015 - 12.2017
Inside Sales Representative
Labelmaster
03.2014 - 09.2015
BBA - Business Management
The University of Alabama