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KEATON SCALES

Prince George,VA

Summary

Customer-focused sales and operations professional with 7+ years of experience managing high-volume routes, building long-term customer relationships, and driving revenue growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative / Account Operations Manager (AOM)

Pepsi Beverages
Chesterfield, VA
09.2020 - Current
  • Generate sales by selling to and servicing customers
  • Service approximately 75-100 accounts weekly
  • Sell and execute promotions and place equipment
  • Use Point of Purchase Materials to help drive sales
  • Maintain and increase shelf facings, clean shelves/ rotate products
  • Build and maintain relationships with assigned accounts
  • Build displays, set up promotions, pricing signs and other ad materials
  • Complete required paperwork timely and accurately
  • Communicate effectively with manager on any issue

Route Service Sales Representative

Cintas Corporation
Chester, VA
07.2017 - 09.2020
  • Directed management of assigned route to enhance customer account growth.
  • Achieved increased sales through effective upselling and cross-selling strategies. Negotiated successful service renewals, contributing to long-term client retention.
  • Facilitated in-person interactions to resolve customer inquiries and enhance satisfaction.

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Ace Hardware Distribution Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw inventory loading, staging, and transportation processes to enhance operational efficiency. Championed adherence to accuracy and safety standards.
  • Executed order picking tasks using RF scanner to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Spearheaded warehouse improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies.

Order Picker

Emerson Ecologics
Colonial Heights, VA
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Picked, packed, and prepared orders with speed and accuracy
  • Lifting and loading up to 75lbs onto trailers for delivery.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA & Safety standards

Pool Manager

Swimmetro Management, Inc.
North Chesterfield, VA
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managed daily operations of pool facilities, ensuring optimal maintenance and cleanliness standards.
  • Oversaw coordination of routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Assessed lifeguard activities and coordinated coverage to uphold safety standards at aquatic facilities.
  • Administered weekly payroll processing and submission to ensure timely employee compensation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Professional Communication

Old Dominion University

Skills

  • Route Sales & Account Management
  • Customer Relationships
  • Upselling & Cross-Selling
  • Merchandising & POS Execution
  • Inventory Control
  • Staff Scheduling & Payroll
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Time Management
  • MS Office

Timeline

Sales Representative / Account Operations Manager (AOM)

Pepsi Beverages
09.2020 - Current

Route Service Sales Representative

Cintas Corporation
07.2017 - 09.2020

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Ace Hardware Distribution Center
01.2016 - 01.2017

Order Picker

Emerson Ecologics
01.2015 - 01.2016

Pool Manager

Swimmetro Management, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Professional Communication

Old Dominion University