John Simmons
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Driven to excel, I leveraged team management and sales presentations skills at Coca Cola Southwest Beverages to drive business growth, achieving a significant increase in sales revenue through strategic initiatives and strong client relationships. My experience also includes enhancing customer engagement and leading successful teams at Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc., showcasing my ability to inspire and achieve results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Development Manager
Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
Corpus Christi
04.2021 - Current
- Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for improvement and created action plans to capitalize on those opportunities.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between sales, marketing, product development, and customer success teams for seamless execution of company-wide initiatives.
- Aligned sales strategies with company objectives to drive overall business growth.
- Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic growth initiatives and fostering strong client relationships.
Large Store Account Manager
Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2015 - 04.2021
- Effectively managed contract renewals, securing long-term commitments from valued customers.
- Enhanced revenue generation through effective negotiation of contracts and pricing agreements with key accounts.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively resolving issues, leading to increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Streamlined reporting processes for improved efficiency in tracking account performance data over time.
District Manager
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
Corpus Christi, TX
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
- Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
Merchandiser
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2009 - 09.2013
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flour Bluff High School
Corpus Christi, TX05.2004
Skills
- Sales team training
- Customer Engagement
- Team Management
- Sales Presentations
Timeline
Sales Development Manager
Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
04.2021 - Current
Large Store Account Manager
Coca Cola Southwest Beverages
01.2015 - 04.2021
District Manager
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
09.2013 - 01.2015
Merchandiser
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
07.2009 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Flour Bluff High School