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Jon Zellers

Perkiomenville,PA

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 28 years of Sales and 5 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting customers and staff members.

Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Zellers Sales And Service
08.2018 - Current
  • Independent Sales Representative for

Escalade Sports

Cue and Case

American Heritage

Valley Dynamo

Connelly Billiards

Champion Shuffleboard

Toltec Lighting

  • Pool Tables, Shuffleboards, Bars, Bar Stools, Foosball, Air Hockey, Billiard Accessories and Pool Table Lighting
  • 17 State Territory on East Coast
  • SKILLS: Business-to-Business (B2B) - Manage Accounts- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) - NEW Business Development
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.

Northeast Sales Representative

Valley Dynamo
08.2011 - 08.2018
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
  • Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
  • Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.

Sales Manager

Royal Billiard And Recreation
01.1995 - 08.2011
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new and existing customers.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Created monthly sales reports
  • Created and reviewed purchase orders

Materials Manager

Allegro MicroSystems LLC
01.1990 - 01.1995

Buyer / Scheduler

Thomas And Betts Corporation
02.1986 - 01.1990

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With A Minor in Marketing

Delaware Valley University
Doylestown, PA
05.1989

Skills

  • Improve Policies
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Operations Management
  • Personnel Management
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Cleanliness Standards
  • Inventory Control
  • Competition Evaluation
  • Business-to-Business Sales

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Zellers Sales And Service
08.2018 - Current

Northeast Sales Representative

Valley Dynamo
08.2011 - 08.2018

Sales Manager

Royal Billiard And Recreation
01.1995 - 08.2011

Materials Manager

Allegro MicroSystems LLC
01.1990 - 01.1995

Buyer / Scheduler

Thomas And Betts Corporation
02.1986 - 01.1990

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With A Minor in Marketing

Delaware Valley University
Jon Zellers