Joshua Ferreri
Louisville,KY
Summary
Entrepreneurial sales leader offering 6+ years of experience in acquiring and retaining high-value accounts and developing sales channels. Possessing exceptional multitasking skills, independent judgment and advanced expertise in growing networks, developing pricing strategies and optimizing vendor connections. Well versed in territory building and solution development to promote long-term customer satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Pro Diagnostics
01.2024 - Current
- Developing the foundation and sales of a start-up diesel fleet management business that has more than doubled in size and revenue in less than a year.
- Fostered partnerships with several companies allowing us to offer their goods & services as a third party to our clients, maximizing ROI for all parties involved.
- Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Developed in-depth sales knowledge of an industry that was completely foreign to me in a short time: construction equipment/attachments, engine parts, developing custom preventative maintenance programs, etc.
Territory Sales Representative
Strategic Marketing
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Maintained existing relationships & established new business with car dealerships groups across AL, MS, & LA. Traveling bi-weekly to gain as much face time with clients & prospects as possible.
- Enhanced product knowledge through conducting informative presentations and demonstrations with creative, direct mail based marketing campaigns going to tens of thousands of homes at a time.
- Optimized route planning for account visits, reducing travel time and allowing for increased face-to-face interactions with clients.
- Established trust with clients through consistent follow-ups, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Door-to-Door Sales Manager
Highland Reserve
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Nationwide third party syndicate Cydcor empowered startups to, in our case, offer: AT&T TV, fiber internet & mobile phone services. Rose to prominence becoming the #1 ranked rep in the country in sales revenue for multiple months.
- Started my morning at 8am holding interviews with potential employees.
- From 9:30am-1pm I would mentor new employees & organize sales meetings with colleagues where we'd share insights on how we could best build on our strengths & weaknesses to hit our individual & collective goals.
- From 1pm-8pm generating sales through establishing trust with potential clients across multiple ethnic & socio-economic backgrounds. Most times having to overcome letting new employees learn in action during my opportunities while still salvaging the sale & splitting profits.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing exceptional service both during & after door-to-door transactions.
Server
Porcini Restaurant
06.2012 - 12.2019
- Starting as a 19 year old busser/bar back, within 2 years gaining advanced food & wine menu knowledge to become the youngest server at one of Louisville's premier fine dining establishments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Managed private parties with check totals as high as $15,000.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12.2024
St. Xavier High School
Louisville, KY05.2012
Skills
- New Business Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Sales Team Training
- Positive and Upbeat
- Marketing Strategy Development
- Goal Setting and Achievement
- Sales Presentations
- Lead Identification and Generation
- Cold Calling/Appointment Setting
- Adaptive Under Pressure
Timeline
Sales Manager
Pro Diagnostics
01.2024 - Current
Territory Sales Representative
Strategic Marketing
12.2020 - 12.2023
Door-to-Door Sales Manager
Highland Reserve
07.2019 - 12.2020
Server
Porcini Restaurant
06.2012 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Louisville
St. Xavier High School