John S. West
Johns Island,SC
Summary
Experienced, Hard Working, Sales Representative with extensive history of making cold calls and closing sales in a fast paced competitive environment. Results-driven, energetic with excellent time management abilities. Understands that being patient and sensitive is paramount in meeting individual customers needs.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Charleston Awning & Metal Corporation
Charleston, SC
02.2014 - Current
- Sales responsibilities included making sales calls, taking measurements relevant to the customers project. Determining materials and labor required to complete the project and determining the project cost to the customer in a timely manner.
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Sales Representative
ABC Awning & Venetian Blind Corporation
Charleston, SC
05.1993 - 06.2013
- Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline.
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients.
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements.
- Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Store Manager
International Golf Discount
Charleston, SC
01.1987 - 05.1993
- Trained and managed associates in customer service and sales techniques.
- Resolved customer service issues promptly.
- Generated repeat business by developing and maintaining strong team devoted to customer service.
- Managed scheduling for store shifts to accomplish proper staffing.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Sales Representative
R&M Sporting Goods
Charleston, SC
01.1984 - 05.1987
- Responsibilities included the opening and closing of the store.
- Assisited customers in all retail areas.
- Solicited area high schools and recreation departments for team sales business.
- Maintained team sales and continued growth while providing excellent customer service and product knowledge in a very fluid business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sales And Marketing Education
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SCHigh School Diploma -
First Baptist High School
Charleston, SC06.1981
Skills
- Customer Service Is Always First
- Product And Service Knowledge
- Sales Goals
- Closing Sales
Timeline
Sales Representative
Charleston Awning & Metal Corporation
02.2014 - Current
Sales Representative
ABC Awning & Venetian Blind Corporation
05.1993 - 06.2013
Store Manager
International Golf Discount
01.1987 - 05.1993
Sales Representative
R&M Sporting Goods
01.1984 - 05.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Sales And Marketing Education
University of South Carolina - Columbia
High School Diploma -
First Baptist High School