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Wilbur Gosselin

Oxford

Summary

Versatile professional with a strong background in sales, management, and technology. Demonstrated success in consistently achieving performance goals and establishing solid connections within diverse industries. Skilled in utilizing effective communication abilities to foster and maintain long-term relationships. Committed to driving business development and growth through strategic planning and execution.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Used Equipment Manager

Quality Drills
05.2024 - Current

· Manage the current used equipment inventory.

· Managed our online listings and advertising.

· Developed a consignment sales process.

· Field sales and support calls for current and prospective customers.

· Grow the consignment sales business.

· Promote Quality Drills on-site inspection and equipment rebuild process.

· Attend trade shows promoting Quality Drills.

Outside Sales Representative

PrairieLand Partners John Deere
10.2019 - Current
  • Began as a Precision Ag Specialist working between two locations.
  • In March of 2021 I transitioned into Sales Rep position.
  • Maintained $4M-9M in total annual sales with gross margin averaging between 5-8% on new and used equipment.
  • Precision ag on farm and dealership experience has been a huge asset for my sales position.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate equipment, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Provided comprehensive after-sales support, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering long-term business relationships.

Precision Ag Consultant

Heritage Tractor John Deere
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Hired on as a Precision Ag Consultant and moved into Outside Sales after company merger.
  • During my eight months in sales, I had $1.2 million in sales with gross margin of 8%.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.

Farm Foreman/Shop Manager

Graves Farms
12.1998 - 12.2017
  • Farm Foreman/Farm Shop Manager for a large, diversified row crop, small grains, and commercial Angus cattle farm.
  • Played instrumental role in helping grow and develop the farm from 1200 acres into a 7500-acre operation.
  • Oversaw and managed employees on day-to-day field and shop duties.
  • Responsible for preparing land to plant, planting crops, herbicide/pesticide application, and harvest.
  • Cattle herd management from birth to sale, ration formulation and feeding, calving, and doctoring/treating sick animals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Technology Management

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
12.2021

Associate of Applied Science in Farm & Ranch Management - Farm And Ranch Management

Butler County Community College
El Dorado, KS
05.1996

Skills

  • Sales Proposal Creation
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Territory Management and Development
  • Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking
  • Solutions-based sales and Persuasive Negotiator
  • CRM Tracking
  • Sales Management and Closing
  • Strategic Account Development and Relationship Building
  • Computer Skills
  • Opportunity Identification
  • Sales Cycle Management
  • Customer Service-Oriented

Timeline

Used Equipment Manager

Quality Drills
05.2024 - Current

Outside Sales Representative

PrairieLand Partners John Deere
10.2019 - Current

Precision Ag Consultant

Heritage Tractor John Deere
01.2018 - 02.2019

Farm Foreman/Shop Manager

Graves Farms
12.1998 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Technology Management

Kansas State University

Associate of Applied Science in Farm & Ranch Management - Farm And Ranch Management

Butler County Community College
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