Kathy Panek
Hellertown,PA
Summary
Dynamic Sales Representative with a proven track record at General Mills, adept at customizing sales techniques and engaging clients effectively. Skilled in cross-selling and negotiation, I consistently identify opportunities that drive revenue growth. My strong communication and problem-solving abilities have led to successful deal closures and enhanced client relationships.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
General Mills
Minneapolis, Minnesota
06.2002 - 08.2021
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
- Performed regular follow-ups with prospects to close deals in a timely manner.
- Created detailed reports on daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity.
- Identified opportunities for cross-selling additional products and services.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listened to their wishes and concerns.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Associate of Arts - History
Allentown College
Center Valley 12-1973
Skills
- Customized sales techniques
- Product knowledge
- Client engagement
- Cross-selling techniques
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Negotiation skills
- Team collaboration
- Sales reporting
Accomplishments
- Recognized by president of national retail organization , for combined sales project with Coco cola. Result- huge display ./ great visibility, and increased sales by about 35 percent.
- recognized by east coast supervisor for my creative selling with point of sale. Sold to 6 other stores in chain.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Representative
General Mills
06.2002 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - History
Allentown College
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