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Justin Brunson

Jacksonville

Summary

Proactive sales professional with a proven tack record in territory development, team leadership, and driving customer loyalty. Skilled in strategic planning and time management, consistently exceeding sales goals through key partnerships with Publix and diverse wine consulting roles. Known for product knowledge, effective communication and a consultative approach to execution.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Large Format Sales Representative

North Florida Sales
04.2025 - Current

-Manage and grow sales within large format retail accounts

-Execute promotional programs and merchandising programs

-Build and maintain strong relationships with management team and buyers

-Monitor inventory levels, ensure rotation is being followed and proper placement of products

-Analyze data to identify growth opportunities

-Effective time management practices to meet deadlines without compromising quality

Grocery Manager

Publix Super Markets Inc
10.2015 - 03.2025

-Led market expansion across multiple states, establishing strong presence and driving sales

-Identified, mentored talent and prepared them for leadership roles ensuring a capable management pipeline

-Consistently met quarterly and yearly KPI's through strategic planning and effective merchandising

-Effectively managed payroll to help maximize sales and stores profitability

-Provided premier customer service to our customers by actively engaging and listening to their needs

-Enforced safety and compliance through conducting routine safety inspections and safety huddles.

Retail Sales Consultant

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits
03.2014 - 11.2017

-Managed and grew sales in high profile territories from Marsh Landing, Ponte Vedra and Nocatee.

-Manage a vast wine and spirits portfolio and catered clients by listening to their needs to build and maintain strong client relationships

-Utilized wine knowledge to educate clients and recommend suitable products

-Analyzed sales data to identify trends to help drive sales to meet or exceed company initiatives

-Served as the trainer for all new sales consultants within our division

Education

Certificate - Beer

Cicerone Certification Program, Certified Beer Server
Jacksonville, FL
06-2025

Certificate - Wine

Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas, Intro To Somm
Jacksonville, FL
07-2017

Certificate - Wine

Wine And Spirits Education Trust, Level 2
Jacksonville, FL
06-2017

Sandalwood
Jacksonville, FL
01-2000

Skills

  • Territory management
  • Cross-selling techniques
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening
  • Strategic planning
  • Time management abilities
  • Product knowledge
  • Team building
  • Customer relationship management
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Large Format Sales Representative

North Florida Sales
04.2025 - Current

Grocery Manager

Publix Super Markets Inc
10.2015 - 03.2025

Retail Sales Consultant

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits
03.2014 - 11.2017

Certificate - Beer

Cicerone Certification Program, Certified Beer Server

Certificate - Wine

Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas, Intro To Somm

Certificate - Wine

Wine And Spirits Education Trust, Level 2

Sandalwood